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Sask. Marshals Service to be operational in 2025, a year ahead of schedule
Preparations for a new provincial police force are moving faster than expected, and the Saskatchewan Marshals Service now expects to be up and running next summer, a full year earlier than planned. Th...
Dec 12, 2024 The marshals service expects to be up and running by the summer of 2025, a full year ahead of schedule. (Saskatchewan Marshals Service/Facebook)
Cold warning chills Saskatoon as 1,500 people are homeless
A snapshot of people experiencing homelessness in Saskatoon said they've counted at least 1,499 people. The 2024 Point-in-Time Count has identified individuals and families residing in emergency shelt...
Dec 12, 2024 The 2024 Point-in-Time Count has identified individuals and families residing in emergency shelters, transitional housing and unsheltered locations (encampments, systems, and experiencing hidden homelessness), according to a news release. (Brent Bosker/650 CKOM)
Meewasin Skating Rink opens for season in downtown Saskatoon
The Meewasin Skating Rink is once again open for the season. Located in Kiwanis Memorial Park next to the city's iconic Bessborough hotel, the rink can be used for skating at no cost, though donations...
Dec 12, 2024 The rink will be open Wednesday through Sunday from noon until 8 p.m. during the skating season. (Meewasin/Submitted)
Scott Moe's approval jumps seven points after re-election: Angus Reid poll
After securing another majority government in October's provincial election, Premier Scott Moe's approval has rebounded, jumping by seven points. That's according to the latest premier approval rating...
Dec 12, 2024 Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has seen his approval rebound after his election win in October, according to the latest polling from the Angus Reid Institute. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
City begins testing ice thickness on storm water retention ponds
Before you lace up your skates and head out onto one of Saskatoon's storm water retention ponds, make sure you look for a sign indicating that the ice is thick enough. The Saskatoon Fire Department is...
Dec 11, 2024 The city says signs at each pond will be updated by the fire department once the ice becomes safe for use. (Sarah Butler/Facebook)
Award-winning Dene actor/comedian shares how Art Bar supports artists
Dene comedian Dakota Ray Hebert joins Evan to discuss the biggest stories making headlines this morning. She's a very funny comedian with credits ranging from the Arctic Comedy Festival the Winnipeg C...
Dec 11, 2024 Award-winning actor, comedian, and now Art Bar owner, Dakota Ray Hebert, shared that they recently posted a call for Saskatoon-based visual artists to showcase their work for the upcoming quarter. (Art Bar/ Facebook)
SaskPower says carbon tax will hike bills about 2.9 per cent in January
SaskPower says bills will jump by an average of 2.9 per cent in January thanks to an increase to the federal carbon tax. The Crown corporation said the federal carbon tax rate rider that's charged to ...
Dec 11, 2024 The carbon tax is set to increase by $15/tonne each year until 2030. (SaskPower/Twitter)
Police and fire departments suspend river search for missing man
The police and fire departments in Saskatoon have suspended a search for a missing man believed to be in the South Saskatchewan River. The Saskatoon Police Service made the announcement on Wednesday m...
Dec 11, 2024 Derek Sarazin was last seen at his home on the afternoon of Nov. 22 and was reported missing the following day. According to the Saskatoon Police Service, Sarazin was fond of walking along both the east and west banks of the river. (Taylor MacPherson/650 CKOM)
Canada Post strike causing issues with Saskatoon TIPPS statements
The ongoing Canada Post strike is causing some headaches for the City of Saskatoon. According to the city, the nationwide strike by postal workers means the city can't efficiently provide written noti...
Dec 11, 2024 The city says some property owners will be contacted directly with adjustments to their TIPPS amounts for January. (650 CKOM file photo)
City says residential grading, rut levelling 70 per cent complete
The City of Saskatoon says its road crews have been making good progress grading and levelling the ruts on residential streets. After starting the project on Sunday, the city said the work is 70 per c...
Dec 11, 2024 The city has asked residents to move vehicles off the street when possible, to make way for graders. (650 CKOM file photo)
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