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Saskatoon Fire Department shares Diwali fireworks safety tips
The Saskatoon Fire Department said low-hazard fireworks - which travel less than 50 metres high - are permitted on private property between dusk and 11 p.m. for Diwali celebrations on Sunday.
Huskies, Rams to clash under the lights for Canada West football semifinals
Playoff football arrives for the University of Saskatchewan Huskies and University of Regina Rams today, though their Canada West semifinal in Saskatoon has been pushed to 7 p.m. due to high winds.
Holy Cross defence dominates, Crusaders go back-to-back for Saskatoon 6A championship
Defence wins championships and the Holy Cross Crusaders proved that with a clinical 40-7 victory over the St. Joseph Guardians, capturing their second straight Saskatoon 6A high school football title.
U of S Huskies women's basketball team to raise another U Sports banner
The University of Saskatchewan Huskies women's basketball team will raise a national championship banner on their court Friday - for the second consecutive year - and celebrate their golden graduates.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
More strong winds in Saskatchewan weekend forecast
With Saturday's wind warning over, a second system moving through the province on Sunday would bring winds from the southwest, Environment Canada said, with gusts expected up to 80 km/h.
Advocate looks for more regulation, not fines, for personal care homes
Anita Bouvier said the provincial government should be adding regulations around training instead of just adding teeth to the current ones.
Sask. orders Prospera Energy to halt oil operations in province
The company says it is working to address outstanding environmental and regulatory compliance issues and is looking to have the suspension order rescinded. Licence suspensions start on Nov. 29.
Federal cash coming for Regina's Globe Theatre, but how much?
After renovations left Regina's Globe Theatre more than $14 million in debt, the organization has been hoping for a federal grant. Thursday's budget indicates some money is on the way.
SPORTS
Regina Thunder ready to rumble in 118th Canadian Bowl
The Regina Thunder will look to win its second ever Canadian Bowl as the team is in B.C. to take on the Westshore Rebels. Regina won its only Canadian Bowl back in 2013.
Rams headed to Hardy Cup, eliminate Huskies 39-27 in Canada West semifinal
A heartbreaking loss in last year's Hardy Cup was avenged by the University of Regina Rams on Saturday, knocking off the University of Saskatchewan Huskies on the road in Canada West semifinals.
Huskies, Rams to clash under the lights for Canada West football semifinals
Playoff football arrives for the University of Saskatchewan Huskies and University of Regina Rams today, though their Canada West semifinal in Saskatoon has been pushed to 7 p.m. due to high winds.
Holy Cross defence dominates, Crusaders go back-to-back for Saskatoon 6A championship
Defence wins championships and the Holy Cross Crusaders proved that with a clinical 40-7 victory over the St. Joseph Guardians, capturing their second straight Saskatoon 6A high school football title.
CANADA & WORLD
Cuba travel crisis forcing Canadian tourists to pricier destinations
Travel agents say Canadians looking to escape the cold weather this year will have to head to Mexico, Dominican Republic and Caribbean countries and pay more than what they're used to.
Budget offers little new relief for middle-income Canadians
While Ottawa earmarked more help for lower-income households, families with earnings above income-tested thresholds may be iced out as the government banks on economic growth to boost purchasing power.
World struggles to trust America following U.S. midterm elections
America "has an ability to rotate on a dime and spit in our faces," said one skeptic, as the world realizes Donald Trump still retains enormous powers after the clear rebuke of his administration.
Can Ottawa's 10-year plan end Canada's homeless crisis?
The government has pledged $11.2 million to address what it estimates as the 65,000 Canadians who are homeless, but the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness thinks the true figure could be much higher.
AGRICULTURE
Saskatchewan harvest 99% complete, yields match 10-year average
Despite obstacles like, flooding, pests and rain during harvest, Saskatchewan's 2026 harvest was mostly successful, with many crops grading out in the top two quality categories.
Canola farmers, Sask. government pleased with tariff-free extension with China
A deal to keep Chinese tariffs off Canadian canola meal and pea imports is coming as a relief to the Saskatchewan government and to farmers looking ahead to next year's growing season.
Beijing, Ottawa agree to extend deal on canola, Chinese steel access to late 2028
Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu says that deal is being extended by two years, to the end of 2028. He says the credit goes to a trade body Canada and China relaunched in January.
Ministers MacDonald, Sidhu lead dual trade push in China as year-end tariff deadline looms
The dual-ministerial mission is a precursor to the APEC summit happening Nov. 18-19 at Shenzhen, China, where Prime Minister Mark Carney is slated to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
No snow, no wind, no bugs: Going underground at Cigar Lake
While most of Saskatchewan battles notoriously unpredictable weather, Cameco's Cigar Lake mine offers a remarkably consistent climate. But to enjoy it, you'll have to go nearly 500 metres underground.
A place on the pitch: Leo Leptich's first step into team soccer
He knows he can get hurt more easily than other kids because of his rare skin condition. But Leo Leptich also knows that being different doesn't mean he can't play. Now, he's getting his chance.
Q&A: What Chantell Butler wants you to know about dwarfism
What should you say? When should you offer help? And what do people get wrong about dwarfism? Chantell Butler answers these questions and more in a frank and open discussion.
Meet Jovi Wagner, Saskatoon's world champion dog groomer
Wagner has spent a lifetime making dogs look their best. Now, the Churchill Dog Groomers owner has helped lead Canada to a historic gold medal on the world stage.
