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SASKATOON NEWS
Rock 102's Stuff the Bus returns on Thursday to support Saskatoon Food Bank
"With the increasing costs of living, we all have a role to play in ensuring everyone has food on the table," said Laurie O'Connor, executive director of the Saskatoon Food Bank.
Saskatoon police briefs: Man allegedly attacked with machete at downtown bus stop
In a separate incident, police said a 54-year-old woman reported that she was assaulted and robbed by a group of three people while she was standing outside a building on First Avenue South.
Overpass repairs expected to be complete by end of next week: City
The City of Saskatoon is expecting repairs on the overpass at Highway 11 and Highway 16 completed and restrictions on and around the bridge lifted for drivers around the end of next week.
Man convicted in Gallagher killing to be sentenced later this month
In October, a jury found Roderick Sutherland guilty of manslaughter, unlawful confinement and offering an indignity to human remains for his role in the 2020 killing of Megan Gallagher.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Redvers man who founded nationalist party once again charged with promoting hatred
The RCMP says Travis Patron was arrested in Carlyle on April 10 after an investigation determined that content posted in an online forum was "wilfully promoting hatred against an identifiable group."
'It's positive': Communities happy to be added to health-care incentive list
Nine more communities are now eligible for the Rural and Remote Recruitment Incentive: Beauval, Buffalo Narrows, Carlyle, Creighton, Craik, Davidson, Ituna, Montmarte and Macklin.
Minister cites experience in appointments to fill RM of Sherwood council vacancies
Government Relations Minister Eric Schmalz has appointed an interim reeve and three councillors until a fall byelection. At least three of the four previously served in the position of reeve in other rural municipal...
Much more promised as federal fund delivers on three Saskatchewan projects
More than $340 million in federal and provincial dollars have been earmarked for Saskatchewan through the Canadian Housing Infrastructure Fund, with three projects announced on Monday.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Monday, April 13
On Monday's show, Evan discusses dicey ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, welcomes Sask. Education Minister Everett Hindley to address daycare concerns and tackles WestJet's barefoot ban.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Monday, April 13
The Saskatoon Blades and Prince Albert Raiders continue to battle in the second round of WHL playoffs, Locker eulogizes the 2025-26 Florida Panthers and The Green Zone asks: does the PGA need a rivalry?
SPORTS
Saskatoon Blades face uphill climb in third game against Prince Albert Raiders
Trailing 2-0 in the second-round series with the Prince Albert Raiders, the Saskatoon Blades are aiming to tap into their home-ice advantage what they are calling a "must-win" game.
Regina Pats searching for new head coach, will not extend Brad Herauf's contract
The Regina Pats will be searching for a new head coach after the WHL club announced it will not be extending the contract of Brad Herauf. The team made the playoffs this season, losing in five games to the Medicine ...
Regina Pats' Zach Lansard to represent Canada at U18 World Championships
Regina Pats forward Zach Lansard enjoyed a successful regular season with the team. Now, the 17 year old will get a chance to represent Canada on the international stage during the U18 World Championships.
Shutout victory for Prince Albert Raiders in Game 2, hold 2-0 series lead on Saskatoon Blades
A 2-0 series lead for the Prince Albert Raiders in WHL Eastern Conference semi-finals following a 3-0 shutout win Saturday over the Saskatoon Blades, with the series now heading south to Saskatoon.
CANADA & WORLD
Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape case
Jury selection started Tuesday in the onetime movie mogul's latest retrial, where jurors will weigh - for the third time - whether he raped hairstylist and actor Jessica Mann in a Manhattan hotel.
Raffle winner left stunned after scooping a $1M Picasso with a $117 ticket
The third iteration of the "1 Picasso for 100 euros" lottery was for Picasso's "Head of a Woman," a portrait of Picasso's longtime partner Dora Maar. The gouache-on-paper work was painted in 1941...
Air Canada ordered to pay pilots who were denied religious COVID-19 vaccine exemption
The decision states that Air Canada violated the Canadian Human Rights Act when it placed the pilots on unpaid leave because they failed to meet the company's bar for "sincere religious belief."
Liberals suspend federal fuel excise taxes until Labour Day
Speaking to reporters this morning, Carney says the tax relief is a "responsible, temporary measure" that will also help to reduce costs for truckers and businesses with high transportation costs.
AGRICULTURE
Animal welfare group opposes use of strychnine for gopher control on Sask. farms
The SaskSPCA says the pest-control poison leads to "a slow, painful and inhumane death" for Richardson's ground squirrels, and its widespread use could pose a broader risk to ecosystems.
More Saskatchewan farmers permitted to use strychnine for gopher control
After hearing concerns from farmers, the province submitted a request to Health Canada last week, asking for the area to be expanded to rural municipalities with the largest gopher populations.
SaskAgMatters brings farming experience to Saskatchewan stress line
The SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network has taken over the phones at the Saskatchewan Farm Stress Line, allowing producers to connect with counsellors who have firsthand farming experience.
SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network to manage Saskatchewan Farm Stress Line
"The Farm Stress Line has a proud history of supporting the agricultural community, and these improved services will help protect the health of people working in the sector," said David Marit.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Repair Café giving broken items a second chance in Saskatoon
Once a month at Saskatoon Makerspace, volunteers help community members fix broken household items for free, sharing skills and bringing everything from lamps to coffee makers or clothing back to life.
Meet the woman giving Saskatoon's abandoned bunnies a second chance
Easter brings more than egg hunts - it brings abandoned pet rabbits. Since 2018, Donna Barth with River Haze Street Rabbit Rescue has rehomed 145 domestic rabbits found on Saskatoon streets.
Thick n Thrift reshapes plus-size secondhand shopping in Saskatoon
Sizes 12 and up take centre stage at The Thick n Thrift in downtown Saskatoon. Owner Cierra Giesbrecht is creating a space focused on access, affordability and the joyful experience of shopping.
Original 16: The story of Saskatoon's Great Western Brewing Company
From aging equipment to a state-of-the-art expansion, Saskatoon's Great Western Brewing Company was built on risk, resilience and the courage of 16 men who refused to let their brewery fade away.
