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SASKATOON NEWS
Closures coming to major Saskatoon roads this weekend and Monday
According to the City of Saskatoon, a number of high-traffic roads will see closures starting over the weekend and on Monday to make way for construction work and special events.
Saskatoon city council decides on rapid transit design for First Avenue corridor
In a 6-4 vote, the council decided to proceed with option one, which was the route that city administration recommended. Councillors Robert Pearce, Troy Davies, Scott Ford and Zach Jeffries were opposed.
Brayden Klimpke named 65th captain in Saskatoon Blades history
Fresh off being named WHL Player of the Week with five points in two games, Montreal Canadiens prospect Brayden Klimpke has been named captain of the Saskatoon Blades for the team's 2026-27 season.
VIDEO: Saskatoon encampment to remain for now after police, fire inspectors faced protesters
The encampment has existed on 20th Street West and Avenue K South in Riversdale for the past two weeks. The city is concerned about public safety and is looking to find solutions for the people living there.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Cops hand out 281 tickets during two-day traffic blitz in Regina
Police handed out 101 tickets for speeding, 24 for seatbelt violations, 14 for failing to stop at a light or sign, three for driving while suspended and 31 for distracted driving.
'Not equipped to drive even a car': What are the e-scooter and e-bike rules in Sask. and how do they compare?
While concerns and complaints have risen around e-scooters and e-bikes in Regina and Saskatoon, there isn't much appetite among city councillors in either city for more regulation.
RCMP arrests man wanted in Lloydminster second-degree murder
Police say 40-year-old Randy Lysohirka was located at a rural home outside Maidstone on Sept. 23 following an investigation and tips. He is charged with second-degree murder after a Monday shooting.
Warmer weather gives Lang-area farm chance to finish harvest
After a wet September stalled harvest, Lang-area farmer Jesse Ridgway says sunshine is helping crews catch up. But there's still the pressures of lower yields, higher fuel costs and weak commodity prices.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, Sept. 25
On Friday's show, Evan talks to John Watson from Bell about the AI data centre near Regina. Plus, the rising cost of groceries and caring for the unhoused in Saskatoon.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, Sept. 24
On Thursday's show, Scott Roblin has a WHL update, Dave Naylor talks possible CFL expansion and Tom Gazzola talks to Jamie about the Oilers and their new head coach, Mike Babcock.
SPORTS
Riders open final stretch with key matchup against B.C.
The Saskatchewan Roughriders can clinch a playoff spot with a win against the B.C. Lions on Friday night, paired with losses by both the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Calgary Stampeders.
Saskatoon's Jeremy Wudrick drafted 27th overall by Vancouver, Rush shore up defence
From Saskatchewan Rush ball boy to the bright lights of the National Lacrosse League, Saskatoon power forward Jeremy Wudrick was taken 27th overall by the Vancouver Warriors on NLL Draft night.
Brayden Klimpke named 65th captain in Saskatoon Blades history
Fresh off being named WHL Player of the Week with five points in two games, Montreal Canadiens prospect Brayden Klimpke has been named captain of the Saskatoon Blades for the team's 2026-27 season.
Ouellette, Schaffer-Baker, Brooks Jr. return to Riders' starting lineup
When the Saskatchewan Roughriders released their depth chart on Thursday, it featured some welcome news, as A.J. Ouellette and Kian Schaffer-Baker will make their returns after injuries.
CANADA & WORLD
It's officially Dolly Parton Day, with parades, pink lights and book drives
In the U.S., a growing number of state and local leaders are establishing Sept. 25 as an annual Dolly Parton Day from California to the borough of Manhattan in New York City.
Canadian charged with voting fraud in the U.S. for casting ballot in 3 elections
The U.S. Attorney's Office for Florida says Christiane Vinette Young voted in the 2024 and 2022 general elections and the 2022 primary elections, despite knowing she was not a U.S. citizen.
Application period for mail-in Alberta referendum ballots ends today, 673K requested
The total marks a staggering increase from the nearly 60,000 requested for the province's 2023 general election, though the rules for who could vote by mail have relaxed since then.
Ex-RCMP intelligence official convicted in secrets case has been granted day parole
Jurors found Cameron Ortis guilty of three counts of violating the Security of Information Act and of attempting to do so, as well as breach of trust and fraudulent use of a computer system.
AGRICULTURE
Harvest nears halfway mark in Sask. as wet conditions cause delays
Harvest is 41 per cent complete, but while producers are making steady progress, they're still a long way behind the five-year average of 82 per cent and the 10-year average of 73 per cent.
Federal government defends closure of seven research facilities
The federal government says the decision to close the sites reflects a deliberate shift to prioritize "investment in research expertise and activities" over operations and maintenance costs.
Alberta & B.C. organizations team up to help producers affected by wildfires
Alberta producers are asked to consider whether they can help provide available feed that can be transported to B.C., pasture for cattle that could be temporarily relocated in Alberta, or feedlot or drylot capacity ...
Diesel prices in Canada hitting a record high this harvest
U.S. diesel prices have also reached record highs over the last two weeks, exceeding US$5.85 per gallon and topping the previous record set in June 2022. That figure is about US$2 per gallon higher than a year ago.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Hotel Senator sign lost for decades resurfaces on Marketplace
You never know what you might find on Facebook Marketplace. In this case, it was a Hotel Senator sign that owner Chris Beavis thought had been sent to the junkyard 35 years ago.
Meet the Regina woman with 150 Saskatchewan Roughriders jerseys
Donna Ryhorchuk thought she had about 130 Saskatchewan Roughriders jerseys. We counted. There are 150 - each one carrying a story, a favourite player's name and a little piece of Rider history.
The Saskatoon boy who twirled his way to the National Ballet
Keaton Leier is coming back home to Saskatoon with the National Ballet of Canada, bringing his own choreography, his family's pride and a message for young dancers dreaming big on the Prairies.
Think Métis jigging is just dancing? Think again
This traditional dance gets the heart pumping, but researchers at the University of Saskatchewan are exploring how every step can also connect people to culture, community and well-being.
