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Conditions favourable for severe storms in Saskatchewan on Saturday
After the skies cooked up powerful storms in Saskatchewan Friday evening, history could repeat on Saturday. https://twitter.com/BraydonMoreSo/status/1933720681726029876 Environment and Climate Change ...
Jun 14, 2025 Environment and Climate Change Canada issued storm watches Saturday afternoon for central and southern areas with conditions favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts, damaging hail and heavy rain. (rudylopezphoto / Depositphotos.com)
Car sinks after attempting to cross South Saskatchewan River
April Fools' Day is right around the corner, but don't be fooled by the look of the ice on ponds, lakes and rivers in Saskatchewan right now. That's the message from emergency responders after a vehic...
Mar 24, 2025 A car trying to cross the South Saskatchewan River ended up taking an icy plunge on March 24, 2025. (Warman Fire and Rescue/Submitted)
City plans to install security fence under University Bridge after fire
The City of Saskatoon is beefing up security under the University Bridge after a fire at a homeless camp damaged a sewer line and resulted in a multi-day closure of the South Saskatchewan River crossi...
Jan 29, 2025 There have been three fires at homeless camps under the bridge in the past 19 months. (Will Mandzuk/650CKOM)
Remembering Dutch Growers founder Arie Van Duyvendyk
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a new to planting and landscaping, the roots of many backyard spaces in Saskatchewan can be traced to a visit to Dutch Growers. The man behind the garden centre b...
Dec 12, 2024 "He showed us the importance of nurturing not just plants, but relationships, ideas, and our community." (Rick Van Duyvendyk/Submitted)
Vintage WWII bomber to visit Saskatoon
A piece of Canadian history will be landing in Saskatoon today. A Lancaster Bomber, on route from Hamilton to Cold Lake, will make a short pit stop at the Saskatchewan Aviation Museum allowing the pub...
Jul 18, 2024 Hundreds flock to get a glimpse of the WW2 Lancaster Bomber. (Shane Clausing/650 CKOM)
Environment Canada investigates possible tornado near Saltcoats
A stormy day across the province may have spawned the first tornado of the year in Saskatchewan. Thunderstorm warnings issued Wednesday in southeastern Saskatchewan escalated into tornado warnings nea...
Jun 13, 2024 A funnel cloud seen near Saltcoats on June 12, 2024. (Laurie Murray/Facebook)
Rattlers weather late comeback to beat Sea Bears in home opener
The offseason revamp for the Saskatchewan Rattlers seem to pay off as the club opened the 2024 Canadian Elite Basketball season with a victory. Saskatchewan raced to a 94-86 opening-night win over Win...
May 23, 2024 Elijah Harkness lays in a basket in the Rattlers' 94-86 victory on Wednesday in Saskatoon. (CEBL)
Saskatchewan residents hit big windfalls and lucky golf shots
Saskatchewan is enjoying a run of good luck this week. In 24 hours, over $6 million in prize money was won in the province, while two men earned bragging rights on the golf course. Ashley Gaspers is $...
May 09, 2024 Two golfers hit holes in one on Wednesday in Prince Albert. (650 CKOM file photo)
Sewer main project impacts traffic on Warman Road, Circle Drive
Drivers in the north end of Saskatoon will have to put up with some congestion as a major road project begins. On Monday, the city began work on a new section of a sewer line. When complete, the line ...
Apr 29, 2024 For the next few weeks Saskatoon drivers are losing an important access to Circle Drive from Warman Road. (Google Street View)
Cockrill says possible meeting with teachers' federation 'not an April Fool's joke'
Education Minister Jeremy Cockrill offered a small glimmer of hope Monday that teachers and the Saskatchewan government could resume negotiations on a new contract. "There is a good possibility of us ...
Apr 01, 2024 Education Minister Jeremy Cockrill. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
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