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SASKATOON NEWS

All lanes reopen on University Bridge after weekend fire
The City of Saskatoon has reopened all lanes of University Bridge to traffic after a small fire under the bridge. Some traffic restrictions and delays are expected through the week while repairs are made.

Sacred Shears blends Indigenous culture with at-home salon services
Sacred Shears launched its Senior Mobile Hair Care Program to bring services to seniors needing a refresh. Founder Maya Rabbitskin got the idea from her Kookum, whose hair she always wanted to style.

Saskatoon Iranian Cultural Association appeals ruling against flying "lion and sun" flag
According to a city report, the "Protocol Policy" states that "flag raising requests for the flags of other countries and corresponding proclamations will not be approved."

Saskatoon woman-led brand finds success mixing big-city feels with hometown vibes
Taylor Cross, the 31-year-old founder and CEO of the Seven Sundays vintage clothing boutique in Saskatoon, spent nearly a decade working in insurance before deciding to do something different.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

Melville man and woman dead after fatal highway crash
A two-vehicle crash on the weekend led to the deaths of a man and a woman from Melville. Sask. RCMP said initial investigation suggests the car was travelling westbound in the eastbound lanes of Highway 1.

VIDEO: Volunteers prepare thousands of pierogies ahead of Mosaic festival
Nearly 100 volunteers gathered at St. Anthony's Parish Hall in Regina Saturday to produce thousands of homemade pierogies for Mosaic, continuing a decades-long tradition of food, culture and community.

No charges for officers after 2024 van chase, police shooting on Fishing Lake First Nation
Saskatchewan's police watchdog said the 34-year-old man, who was shot by officers, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head after a chase on Fishing Lake First Nation in September 2024.

No bids yet as deadline approaches for Duck Lake naming rights
Mayor Jason Anderson says despite getting no bids yet for the naming rights, the idea was worth the effort since it put Duck Lake on the map after attracting national and even international attention.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY

The Evan Bray Show - Monday, March 9
Is the UN Charter governing war too rigid? Author Rob Swallow talks about his new children's book Adventures of Boo and the Boy: The Coyote Encounter, and vacation destinations that are sunny and safe.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY

The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, March 5
Dave Naylor talks the biggest NFL moves, the NHL trade deadline looms as teams make moves and F1 engines rev again this weekend when the green flag drops on the 2026 season.
SPORTS

Golden Huskies receive warm welcome after U Sports women's basketball title repeat
University of Saskatchewan Huskies women's basketball team had tired eyes but warm hearts returning home to Saskatoon after capturing their second consecutive U Sports women's basketball championship.

Kipling's Gilbert Dash representing Canada at Paralympics for first time
Gilbert Dash suffered a life-altering spinal injury in 2006. Since then, he's gone on to represent Canada a few times at world wheelchair curling events and will now make his Paralympics debut.

Back-to-back: Huskies women's basketball team repeats for gold at U Sports nationals
The 'Bronze Baby' trophy is staying in Saskatchewan with the University of Saskatchewan Huskies women's basketball team defending their U Sports title 77-68 over the New Brunswick Reds.

Gold, silver, bronze take Canada's Paralympic medal count to six
Two biathlon medals - gold for Natalie Wilkie and silver for Mark Arendz - as well as a snowboard cross bronze for Tyler Turner added to Canada's medal total, while wheelchair curlers also had success.
CANADA & WORLD

Carney expected to be a no-show as MPs debate Iran war in House of Commons
After opposition parties called for some form of debate, the government proposed a take-note debate in the House of Commons about the conflict and its impact on Canadians abroad. Prime Minister Mark Carney's office ...

Son of Iran's supreme leader named his successor, Iran state TV says
Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the country's late supreme leader, has been named his successor, while U.S President Donald Trump said a new leader in Iran "is not going to last long" without his approval.

Targets in Iran widen into civilian infrastructure as Bahrain says water plant hit
The Iran war's targets widened dangerously into civilian infrastructure Sunday as Bahrain accused Iran of striking one of the desalination plants that are crucial for Gulf nations' drinking water.

How the war in Iran could affect Canadians, from grocery costs to terrorism
The conflict in the Middle East could have implications for Canadian pocketbooks and security, especially as experts predict it is not going to end any time soon. These are some ways it could impact you.
AGRICULTURE

Saskatchewan to support pulse protein centre in India
More than 80 per cent of all pulses exported from Canada to India are grown in Saskatchewan, providing healthy and high-protein food for hundreds of millions of people every day.

China suspends some canola, seafood tariffs on Canada after Carney visit
The announcement comes after Prime Minister Mark Carney met earlier this year with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a visit that saw the leaders ink a deal on electric vehicles and canola.

Moe, Smith urge Ottawa to reverse strychnine ban as gophers pose 'serious pest threat' to farms
Saskatchewan's Scott Moe and Alberta's Danielle Smith said the ground squirrels "have become a serious pest threat to agriculture, damaging a wide variety of crops" across the prairies.

Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here's how to start yours
At this time of year, yards are still covered in snow. But it's the perfect time to start planning for a garden because you'll want to have supplies ready to start planting just after the last frost.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET

The 'giraffe' of the orchestra: Meet Saskatoon's bassoon soloist
From Grade 6 band class rebel to Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra soloist, Stephanie Unverricht is ready to take the spotlight, turning an unusual instrument into the star of the show.

Meet the Saskatoon Indigenous educator reviving culture through craft
From her kohkum's kitchen to communities across Saskatchewan, Jasmyn Albert teaches sewing, beading and ceremony, passing down Indigenous traditions through hands-on workshops and storytelling.

Neighbours helping neighbours: 50 years of TeleMiracle in Saskatchewan
As TeleMiracle 50 approaches, founder Peter Kilburn reflects on 50 years of a Saskatchewan tradition that provides hope, independence and dignity to those in need.

The legend of Doc Shadd: A Black folk hero who shaped Saskatchewan
Dr. Alfred Schmitz Shadd was the very first documented Black settler in Saskatchewan. This Black History Month, explore the incredible life story of the Melfort pioneer whose legacy rivals any folk tale.


























