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Rock 102's Stuff the Bus event aims to tackle hunger in Saskatoon next month
Rock 102's Stuff the Bus runs from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on April 16 at the Saskatoon Co-op Food Store on Eighth Street East. Food and cash donations will be accepted throughout the day.

Megan Gallagher's father says family left 'in the dark' on Thomas Sutherland's new charges
In March of 2025, Thomas Sutherland's trial was abruptly cancelled as charges of manslaughter and unlawful confinement against him in connection with Gallagher's killing were stayed.

Cause of Battery Boys/Bolt Mobile blaze not yet known: Saskatoon Fire Department
Firefighters worked for more than 12 hours to extinguish the fire that broke out on Friday. An investigation is now underway, and Bolt Mobile's marketing manager says the business will rebuild.

U of S College of Dentistry inks five-year international research partnership
"This unique partnership is a strong example of USask creating new avenues for international collaborations," Dr. Baljit Singh, the university's vice-president of research, said in a statement.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

Balgonie man, 53, charged with making, possessing child pornography: Police
Officers from the Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation Unit raided a home in the community east of Regina on Thursday, where they seized and examined electronic devices.

Carr calls MRI cassette delivery big step for southeast Sask.
An MRI cassette for St. Joseph's Hospital arrived in Estevan last week, marking an important step for healthcare in southeast Sask. according to Estevan-Big Muddy MLA and Minister of Rural and Remote Health, Lori Ca...

Persian community marks Nowruz in Regina with hope for Iran
Members of Regina's Persian community gathered to celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year, while honouring victims of violence in Iran and expressing hope for a future of freedom.

Two 19-year-old men charged following death of North Battleford cab driver
According to a social media post by Crown Cab, the victim was described as "a dedicated member of our team and a hardworking driver who served our community every day."
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY

The Evan Bray Show - Monday, March 16
8:30 - There's a lot going on in the world and in Canada. We're keeping a close eye on the Liberal government following last week's floor crossing and three upcoming byelections, as well as Canada's role in global c...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY

The Green Zone Replay - Tuesday, March 10
Huskies superstar Gage Grassick talks about the team's back-to-back national championships, and Sportsnet's Alex Adams takes a look at what the Ottawa Senators need to do to make the NHL playoffs.
SPORTS

Asian Football Confederation says Iran is still set to play at the World Cup
Asian Football Confederation general secretary Windsor John said he had heard nothing to suggest Iran won't contest the World Cup. "They are our member. We want them to play," he told reporters.

Multi-brawl game that drew 572 penalty minutes a 'black eye' on N.L. hockey: official
Boyd Hillier with the St. John's Junior Hockey League, says the violent game was an isolated incident and officials have handed out suspensions to 18 players and coaches worth a collective total of 53 games.

PM's office mum on Conservative Order of Canada petition for Don Cherry
Cherry, now 92, was a popular commentator on the "Coach's Corner" segment on "Hockey Night in Canada" for nearly four decades, known for his flamboyant suits and controversial takes.

Energized Saskatchewan Rush entering final stretch of season holding NLL's top spot
Coming out of a much-needed bye week, the Saskatchewan Rush will play four of their final five regular-season games at home as they try to fend off pressure as the National Lacrosse League's top team.
CANADA & WORLD

Israel steps up campaign in Lebanon, as Iran keeps stranglehold on shipping
Fears of a global energy crisis persisted, even as a small number of ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway through which a fifth of the world's oil is usually transported.

Key Oscar moments: Paul Thomas Anderson and Amy Madigan wins, outstanding songs and sad goodbyes
It was a 3-hour and 40-minute whirl through cinema and celebration, with Michael B. Jordan winning best actor for "Sinners" and Jessie Buckley winning for "Hamnet."

Ottawa puts $200M into space launch pad in Nova Scotia
Canada does not currently have the ability to launch space projects on its own. The 2025 budget earmarked $183 million over the next three years for establishing sovereign space launch capabilities.

Accused in fatal Quebec daycare bus crash declared high-risk offender
The high-risk status prevents Pierre Ny St-Amand from leaving the psychiatric hospital where he is being detained except for medical reasons or for the purposes of his treatment.
AGRICULTURE

Some Sask. farmers to get winter elk hunting permits next year to protect land
The province said producers with a history of large herds of elk damaging their crops will be able to apply for eight elk depredation permits for elk hunting on their land from January to March 2027.

Saskatchewan to support pulse protein centre in India
More than 80 per cent of all pulses exported from Canada to India are grown in Saskatchewan, providing healthy and high-protein food for hundreds of millions of people every day.

China suspends some canola, seafood tariffs on Canada after Carney visit
The announcement comes after Prime Minister Mark Carney met earlier this year with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a visit that saw the leaders ink a deal on electric vehicles and canola.

Moe, Smith urge Ottawa to reverse strychnine ban as gophers pose 'serious pest threat' to farms
Saskatchewan's Scott Moe and Alberta's Danielle Smith said the ground squirrels "have become a serious pest threat to agriculture, damaging a wide variety of crops" across the prairies.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET

Passing the puck: Hockey hero Wickenheiser mentors young Sask. girl
This International Women's Month, Saskatchewan hockey legend, Hayley Wickenheiser, shared some hockey wisdom with 9-year-old Ella Kautzman of Warman, inspiring the next generation of female players.

Beyond the Paralympics: Inclusion on a Saskatchewan ski slope
While the Paralympics highlight elite athletes with disabilities, inclusion in sport starts right here at home. At Table Mountain, 11-year-old Jac Cashin is discovering the joy of skiing.

The 'giraffe' of the orchestra: Meet Saskatoon's bassoon soloist
From Grade 6 band class rebel to Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra soloist, Stephanie Unverricht is ready to take the spotlight, turning an unusual instrument into the star of the show.

Meet the Saskatoon Indigenous educator reviving culture through craft
From her kohkum's kitchen to communities across Saskatchewan, Jasmyn Albert teaches sewing, beading and ceremony, passing down Indigenous traditions through hands-on workshops and storytelling.



























