Murray Wood: Drought or deluge, it's Saskatchewan weather
Murray Wood notes that while we have seen years with "perfect" weather in the province, they aren't that commo...
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Sask. Trucking Association all for drivers getting jabs at North Dakota border
The executive director of the Saskatchewan Trucking Association says the opportunity for truckers in the province to get COVID-19 vaccinations in the United States will be good for business. "I think ...
Apr 28, 2021
‘I want to spend time with her’: Woman reacts to prolonged care home restrictions
The wait to see her mother has been agonizing for Annabelle Walter — and now she faces a longer delay. While some long-term and personal care homes in Saskatchewan are poised to ease visitor res...
Apr 28, 2021
Saskatchewan children's advocate report shows concerns of violence, death and COVID
The 2020 Saskatchewan Advocate for Children and Youth report highlights many issues that affect vulnerable youth including abuse and deaths, as well as the impact COVID-19 has had on children. Lisa Br...
Apr 28, 2021 Lisa Broda, Saskatchewan's advocate for children and youth. (Lara Fominoff/650 CKOM)
11 'key participants' at Saskatoon rally given tickets
The Saskatoon Police Service has issued tickets to 11 people who attended a "freedom rally" in the city on Saturday. In a media release Wednesday, police said the tickets for violating public health o...
Apr 28, 2021 (650 CKOM file photo)
Hit the highway: Stretch of road near Dorintosh voted worst in Sask.
A stretch of Highway 4 near the village of Dorintosh has been given a dubious distinction. It's the worst road in Saskatchewan, according to people who use the province's highways and byways. The Cana...
Apr 28, 2021
Canada's Olympic swim trials pushed back because of Ontario's COVID-19 spike
TORONTO - Canada's Olympic swim trials have been delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic situation in Ontario. The primary means of selection for Canada's team bound for Tokyo this summer has been pu...
Apr 28, 2021
Regina care homes still facing limitations on visitation
Some long-term and personal care homes in the Regina area won’t be relaxing visitation restrictions Thursday when others around the province will be welcoming visitors. In a media release Wednes...
Apr 28, 2021
Hamilton reverts to pursuit of 2030 Commonwealth Games, Victoria interested in 2026
Hamilton resumed its quest to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games a century after the first edition was held in that city, and abandoned a bid for 2026. The southern Ontario city was asked a year ago by ...
Apr 28, 2021
Latest COVID update April 28: 284 recoveries, 213 new cases, 4 deaths
Saskatchewan's vaccination rollout hit a milestone Wednesday. According to the Ministry of Health, 80 per cent of Saskatchewan residents aged 60 and over have received their first doses of COVID-19 va...
Apr 28, 2021 (Sheena Roszell/650 CKOM file photo)
Canadian welterweight Rory (Red King) MacDonald ready for PFL debut
Canadian welterweight Rory (Red King) MacDonald, a former Bellator champion and UFC title contender, opens a new chapter in his MMA career Thursday when he makes his Professional Fighters League debut...
Apr 28, 2021
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Evan welcomes Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe to tackle the current hot topics in the province on Wednesday, plus discuss...
