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SASKATOON NEWS
Fire damages house on Avenue U
The crews accessed the attic with a chain saw to extinguish the fire fully and remove the smoke. There was evidence the house had been accessed, so crews also did a search to check for occupants.
Western College of Veterinary Medicine to resume wildlife services
On Friday the college said it had reversed an earlier decision and will resume normal intake of wildlife patients and clinical services at the Veterinary Medical Centre on Aug. 18.
Water main rehabilitation to further impact 25th Street traffic
The work is part of the downtown water main lining project and will affect the portion of 25th Street between Spadina Crescent East and 1st Avenue North, which will lead to some detours and road closures.
Saskatoon police briefs: Security guard injured in machete attack, traffic violation scam
The security guard was injured while escorting a group of people from the business. The suspects fled the area but were located a short time later by officers responding to a nearby disturbance call.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
'They're all going through it together': Sask. Roughriders GM speaks on Jayden Dalke death
Roughriders General Manager Jeremy O'Day described Dalke as always smiling and only concerned about the team over himself.
Regina mosque call to prayer debate moves to face to face
Public opinion remained divided as supporters, opponents and two Regina councillors debated a mosque's outdoor call to prayer. Organizers of the open house gathered feedback on whether it should return.
PooPrints can identify whose dog is leaving that uncollected waste
An American company called PooPrints is using a registry of canine DNA samples to find out which owners aren't cleaning up after their pets.
'Métis Nation's highest honour': Back To Batoche awards President's Medals
The celebration's first two President's Medals for lifetime achievement were awarded to people whose life's work has left a lasting mark on the Métis Nation and continues to inspire future generations.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Monday, July 20
8:30 - The Saskatchewan government is making another round of changes to the Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability program, with updates taking effect September 1. Terry Jenson, Social Services Minister and the...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, July 17
Matthew Scianitti looks at the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, Scott Roblin previews the WCBL All Star game, Jordan Hall discusses Philadelphia Flyers and Sean Campbell eyes the Alouettes.
SPORTS
'They're all going through it together': Sask. Roughriders GM speaks on Jayden Dalke death
Roughriders General Manager Jeremy O'Day described Dalke as always smiling and only concerned about the team over himself.
Roth, Panks go deep in dominant 9-2 win for East Division in WCBL All-Star Game
Home runs from Carter Roth and Gavin Panks helped the East Division pick up a third straight Western Canadian Baseball League All-Star Game victory on Sunday, winning at Cairns Field in Saskatoon.
Canada dubbed a soccer nation as FIFA World Cup comes to a close
Vancouver and Toronto were among 16 cities that hosted the tournament and Adam van Koeverden, Canada's secretary of state for sport, said "it is clear is that Canada is a soccer nation."
Saskatchewan Roughrider linebacker Jayden Dalke dead after car crash
The Saskatchewan Roughriders announced that 30-year-old linebacker Jayden Dalke from Leduc, Alta. has died. He was the team's sixth-round selection in 2022 and appeared in 68 games over five seasons.
CANADA & WORLD
5,000 firefighters battling blazes as Canada faces 'intense' wildfire season: Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney says more than 5,000 firefighters and nearly 300 waterbombers and other aircraft are battling blazes as Canada experiences one of the worst wildfire seasons on record. Carney said he visit...
Russian attacks kill 6 in Ukraine exposing gaps in air defences
Russia attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles, drones and guided bombs on Sunday, again highlighting Ukraine's shortage of U.S.-made Patriot air defence systems.
Taco Bell in Canada says its lettuce is safe to eat
Taco Bell says the lettuce that has caused an outbreak of cyclospora in the United States has not been served in Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada says it's not investigating any outbreaks.
Iran suspending commitments to interim deal with U.S. as they exchange attacks
The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes on Saturday as a negotiator said Tehran had suspended its commitments under the interim deal with the U.S. - snapping another fragile thread as the war shows no end.
AGRICULTURE
Saskatchewan research farms saved from closure, for now
Indian Head and Scott research farms were slated for closure, but Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan will now explore options that support ongoing agricultural activities.
From floods to heat, Saskatchewan farmers navigating season of weather whiplash
Bill Prybylski, president of APAS, said floods and heat are putting pressure on Saskatchewan producers, while rising grocery prices mean farmers earn less from every dollar spent on food.
'Yellowing and drowned out crops' follow heavy rainfall in Saskatchewan: Crop report
"Many producers are still reporting flooding as causing the most crop damage in the province and are beginning to see the effects," the Saskatchewan Agriculture Ministry noted in its report.
Saskatchewan farmers getting less of the food dollar, APAS study reveals
APAS said the report shows producers and consumers are both impacted by a supply chain that lacks transparency, and changes in commodity prices are not directly driving increases at the grocery store.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
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.
No ocean? No problem: Setting sail on Saskatchewan's Lake Diefenbaker
Think Saskatchewan is just canola fields and grain bins? Think again. Living Sky Sailing School is showing people that nautical adventure doesn't always have to begin at the coast.
Smiling through suffocation: Staying afloat as a Saskatoon Aqualene
These athletes don't just swim - they perform underwater choreography while holding their breath, training tirelessly to make the impossible look effortless in the world of artistic swimming.
Happy birthday, Canada! Saskatchewan kids share Canada Day party ideas
Before Canada blows out the candles, a group of Saskatchewan kids has some suggestions for the birthday party: more flags, more balloons, a bigger cake and a little extra care for the country.
