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SASKATOON NEWS
Saskatoon road closures: Weekend and Monday traffic detours continue
In the coming days, drivers in Saskatoon will have to navigate detours on Meadows Parkway, Cumberland Avenue, Circle Drive, Fifth Avenue North, Lorne Avenue and Preston Avenue.
Road restrictions coming to Idylwyld Drive, 33rd Street this weekend
The project that will likely have the biggest impact on Saskatoon drivers is the three-month closure of the median at the intersection of Idylwyld and 71st Street, which will begin on Friday.
Boy shares 'scary' encounter with strange man in Aspen Ridge neighbourhood
Nine-and-a-half-year-old Shivansh Patel and two of his friends were passing around a ball in a grassy portion of their residential neighbourhood when a big man came up to them and began to chase them.
Saskatoon police charge woman in June bus stabbing investigation
In June, a 29-year-old woman was stabbed on the bus in Saskatoon. Police searched for the suspect who fled the scene and now say a 22-year-old woman has been arrested and charged.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Labatt raises a toast to Sask. farmers with baleboards campaign
Saskatchewan supplies around 85 per cent of all barley used at their breweries, and the baleboards that are currently on display sit next to the fields that grew the barley used in Labatt's beer.
Saskatchewan crypto scam prompts FCAA to warn investors
The scam, which has been promoted through messaging and social media platforms, claims to offer investment opportunities to Saskatchewan residents involving cryptocurrencies and stocks.
Saskatchewan Open Farm Days connects consumers with local food, producers
This year's event features 37 host locations stretching across the province, with opportunities for visitors to explore everything from grain and dairy operations to organic farming and vermiculture.
Poundmaker First Nation identifies North Battleford woman killed in Alberta Correctional Service transport crash
Officials would not say where the inmate was being taken. Collision reconstructionists are working to determine the specifics of the vehicles' directions of travel, speeds and occupant positions.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, August 7
On Friday's show, Evan talked about a synagogue in Saskatoon that was targeted by a vandal and a mosque in Regina, resuming it's Friday call to prayer. Plus a hockey tournament in support of mental health.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, Aug. 6
Jamie Nye checks in with Green Zone Riders reporter, Britton Gray, one day before the team's next game, then talks the Denver Broncos, Ottawa Redblacks and the Buffalo Bills on Thursday's show.
SPORTS
Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi's father and longtime agent, dies at 68
Jorge Messi played a fundamental role in Lionel Messi's career, serving as his agent and managing his business affairs like contracts, image rights and investments in real estate, hotels, and restaurants.
Team Sask. goes for gold at senior women's football national championship
Players from all over the province from usually rival teams will take on Team Quebec in today's 5 p.m. final of the Football Canada Senior Women's National Championship in Saskatoon.
VIDEO: Kilshaw's eighth inning home run boosts Berries to Game 1 victory over Red Sox
Teenage catcher Aiden Kilshaw served as Game 1 hero for the Saskatoon Berries, homering in the eighth inning to help defeat the Regina Red Sox 7-3 in their WCBL East Division semi-final series.
Riders handle business at Mosaic Stadium, beat Redblacks
Despite having to deal with a number of injuries, the Saskatchewan Roughriders cruised to a 42-20 victory over the winless Ottawa Redblacks as quarterback Tommy Stevens once again scored three rushing touchdowns.
CANADA & WORLD
Used Hercules military transports to be sold, turned into waterbombers
Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr announced the conditional sale today in Abbotsford, B.C. The conversion of the aircraft will happen in Port Alberni, B.C.
Police in B.C. launch wildfires arson investigations in Interior and Metro Vancouver
The possible arson incidents come as firefighters fear an increase in fire starts amid tinder-dry conditions across the south of the province, where raging fires have destroyed hundreds of homes.
Defense attorneys say Tate brothers should remain free in the US as they fight extradition to the UK
The Tates have become among the world's most polarizing internet personalities with their promotion of wealth, male dominance and misogyny through their social media empire.
Eighth federal byelection required by mid-April with Conservative MP's upcoming exit
Larry Brock, who was first elected in 2021 to represent the Ontario riding now called Brantford-Brant South, says he is leaving the House of Commons to take a position at the Crown attorney's office.
AGRICULTURE
Saskatchewan Open Farm Days connects consumers with local food, producers
This year's event features 37 host locations stretching across the province, with opportunities for visitors to explore everything from grain and dairy operations to organic farming and vermiculture.
Labatt raises a toast to Sask. farmers with baleboards campaign
Saskatchewan supplies around 85 per cent of all barley used at their breweries, and the baleboards that are currently on display sit next to the fields that grew the barley used in Labatt's beer.
Dairy farmers warn against concessions as U.S. tariff deadline looms
The supply management system that protects Canadian dairy has been cited by the U.S. as a key irritant in trade negotiations and President Donald Trump has complained about access to Canada's market.
Harvest begins on some Saskatchewan farms while other producers hope for rain
While some farmers have already fired up their combines, the Saskatchewan agriculture ministry said producers in other areas are hoping for rain to help fill in their later-seeded acres.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Your grandma was right: Why everyone's suddenly playing pickleball
Think pickleball is just for retirees? Think again. Ahead of National Pickleball Day, Saskatchewan ambassador Amy Klassen explains why people are rallying behind this fast-growing sport.
Before he was a Roughriders star, Trevor Harris was a dancer
He can read a defence, escape a pass rush and lead a CFL offence. But before Trevor Harris became a Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback, he was a kid learning hip hop, jazz and tap from his mom.
Two left feet? Right this way: Inside Saskatoon's Ballroom Dancing Club
For 62 years, the University of Saskatchewan Ballroom Dancing Club has turned hesitant beginners into confident dancers - creating friendships, memories and a community that keeps people coming back.
From handoffs to headlocks: The other side of Roughrider running back AJ Ouellette
Saskatchewan Roughriders running back AJ Ouellette is a champion on the football field. But in the offseason, he trades his cleats for wrestling boots, pursuing his passion for professional wrestling.
