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VIDEO: Bridge City Warmth secures housing for many after Saskatoon camp closure
Since the Avenue K encampment was shuttered on Oct. 8, Bridge City Warmth has found housing for 10 people, couples and one family. Organizer Melissa Zimmer says help for up to 17 more are in the works.
The economic importance of a Saskatoon-based farm show
The survey found 30 per cent of the 16,114 attendees came from a 50-kilometre radius of Saskatoon, 63 per cent from the rest of Saskatchewan and nine per cent from other provinces or countries.
Trophygate: Thunder finally handed PFC hardware after Hilltops gaffe
Two days after earning a Prairie Football Conference championship, the Regina Thunder have the trophy in their hands after the Saskatoon Hilltops forgot to bring the hardware for Sunday's title game.
Saskatoon hospitals add 80 new acute care beds across city
With the 40 new medicine beds previously opened at City Hospital, the total number of new beds in the city over the past 12 months is up to 120, according to a release from the provincial government.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Sask. NDP rolls out first part of proposed health care plan for province
The first portion of the newly-proposed plan being put forward by the official Opposition focuses on primary care, with the goal of ending the "lottery" aspect of Saskatchewan's current health care system.
VIDEO: Royal Regina Rifles battle flags return to Sask. legislature
The Royal Regina Rifles battlefield flags have been returned to the Legislative Building. Riflemen during World War I fought underneath them in Europe and veterans say they are an important symbol of sacrifice.
What is CWD? Saskatchewan weighs future of testing program
In the wake of the provincial government's potential reversal of the decision to end the Chronic Wasting Disease testing program, what exactly is the disease and how does it affect animals?
Saskatchewan farmers squeezed by high diesel costs, wet harvest
Shaun Haney says rising diesel prices and a wet harvest have increased costs for Saskatchewan farmers, while crop downgrades and uncertainty around trade and energy policy remain key concerns.
SPORTS
Trophygate: Thunder finally handed PFC hardware after Hilltops gaffe
Two days after earning a Prairie Football Conference championship, the Regina Thunder have the trophy in their hands after the Saskatoon Hilltops forgot to bring the hardware for Sunday's title game.
Trophy trouble: Hilltops apologize to Thunder for PFC championship game blunder
The Saskatoon Hilltops have apologized to the Regina Thunder after forgetting to bring the PFC trophy to the final, leaving the newly crowned champions empty-handed on Sunday.
Meadow Lake track star Avery Pearson races to first pro contract
Five years removed from her first indoor competition, Meadow Lake's Avery Pearson has gone from the University of Saskatchewan Huskies to earning a professional contract in Boulder, Colo.
Regina Thunder pulls away from Sasktoon Hilltops, claims PFC title
The Regina Thunder were the top of the Prairie Football Conference all season and they capped it off with a 44-19 win over the Saskatoon Hilltops to claim the title and advance to the Canadian Bowl semifinals.
CANADA & WORLD
U.S. embassy accuses Canadian politicians of interfering in American elections
Industry Minister Melanie Joly is quoted five times in the list. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who is also quoted in the document, said he has no interest in interfering in U.S. elections.
Some government websites taken down in response to security risk: AI minister
In a social media post, Evan Solomon says the websites went dark to protect government systems and Canadians' information following guidance from the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security.
Alberta's Smith tells UCP members to get on team Canada or find new party
In a social media video Wednesday, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said her party can't afford to be split over the issue and risk losing next year's provincial election to the Opposition NDP.
Canadians step up blood donations in wake of deadly Wainwright fire
After the deadly fire in Wainwright, people are responding in a big way. Canadian Blood Services is reporting an uptick in first-time blood donors, with many saying they have a personal connection.
AGRICULTURE
Saskatchewan farmers squeezed by high diesel costs, wet harvest
Shaun Haney says rising diesel prices and a wet harvest have increased costs for Saskatchewan farmers, while crop downgrades and uncertainty around trade and energy policy remain key concerns.
The economic importance of a Saskatoon-based farm show
The survey found 30 per cent of the 16,114 attendees came from a 50-kilometre radius of Saskatoon, 63 per cent from the rest of Saskatchewan and nine per cent from other provinces or countries.
Moe signals possible pause to Saskatchewan CWD testing cut
Premier Scott Moe said the government will reconsider the decision to eliminate the chronic wasting disease testing program in meetings later this week. The program was cut due to budgetary considerations.
VIDEO: Flames damage farmyard shop on Highway 6, north of Regina
Deputy fire chief Gord Hewitt said firefighters were able to prevent a home from burning in the farmyard, but the shop was seriously damaged. "They're just putting out some hot spots right now."
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Exploring the tunnels beneath Saskatchewan's Legislative Building
What's beneath Saskatchewan's Legislative Building? About a kilometre of tunnels, a sealed-off older network, high-pressure steam - and absolutely no secret bunker.
The hunt for Saskatoon's mythical 21st Street tunnel
The old railway station. The Bessborough Hotel. A secret tunnel beneath 21st Street connecting the two. It's one of Saskatoon's favourite legends - and apparently, it never happened.
Sneaking beyond the tourist trail in the Tunnels of Moose Jaw
In this Saskatchewan Story, we slip through hidden doors and forgotten corners of the Tunnels of Moose Jaw with Reid Martin, uncovering the real history - and the legends - buried beneath the city.
What happens when you bring Saskatchewan's wind indoors?
Saskatchewan has more than enough wind. So why build a machine to make even more? The answer involves 900 fans, wheat fields, spray droplets and a whole lot of science.
