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Saskatchewan anglers reminded to remove ice shelters as deadlines approach
The deadlines to remove ice-fishing shelters in Saskatchewan are approaching quickly, with some warm weather on the horizon. According to the provincial government, shelters must be removed from all b...
Mar 14, 2026 “Anglers are urged to remove their ice fishing shelters before the ice becomes unsafe to travel upon. Late season ice can weaken from below, shift without warning, and hide cracks under the snow cover, making even familiar routes potentially hazardous as the weather warms up,” the Government of Saskatchewan advised in a statement. (650 CKOM file photo)
Man charged after allegedly stealing car, kidnapping two minors at gunpoint in Tisdale
A 44-year-old man from Weldon is facing a list of charges after allegedly stealing a car at gunpoint and briefly kidnapping the two minors who were inside. According to the Saskatchewan RCMP, officers...
Mar 14, 2026 “The report indicated two youth were in a parked vehicle when an adult male entered with a firearm pointed at them,” the Mounties explained in a statement. (650 CKOM file photo)
Shooting death on 22nd Street marks Saskatoon's second homicide investigation of 2026
Police in Saskatoon are investigating the city's second homicide case of 2026. According to police, officers were called to the 900 block of 22nd Street West at around 12:30 a.m. on Saturday for a rep...
Mar 14, 2026 According to police, officers were called to the 900 block of 22nd Street West at around 12:30 a.m. on Saturday for a report of a shooting. (paulfleet/Depositphotos.com)
City leisure guide registration goes live Sunday
The rush to register for swimming lessons and other spring and summer leisure programs in Saskatoon will begin on Sunday evening. Registration for the City of Saskatoon's seasonal leisure programs beg...
Mar 14, 2026 A diver headed for the pool at the Shaw Centre during a competition in 2024. The City of Saskatoon's leisure guide registration will go live on the evening of March 15, 2026. (650 CKOM file photo)
Safety concerns close Lakewood Civic Centre waterslide
A waterslide at a Saskatoon civic centre has been closed for public safety reasons. According to the City of Saskatoon's website, the waterslide at the Lakewood Civic Centre is closed until further no...
Mar 13, 2026 The Lakewood Civic Centre waterslide is now closed to the public until it can be replaced in 2027, according to the City of Saskatoon. (City of Saskatoon/Facebook)
Man facing assault, forcible confinement charges after altercation
A man is facing charges of aggravated assault and forcible confinement after an incident on Shoal Lake Cree Nation. Officers with Carrot River RCMP responded immediately to a report of a shooting on t...
Mar 13, 2026 After an altercation on Shoal Lake Cree Nation this week that left a man with a gunshot wound injury, a man is facing nine charges. (battlefordsNOW file photo)
Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list includes broken bridges, candid city officials and floor crossers. Murray Wood delive...
Mar 13, 2026
Harsh penalties should be faced by drivers and companies overpass crashes like we have seen
If SGI has the power to levy heavy fines and municipalities have authority to get money back, we should be doing so and quickly. Let's send a message such mistakes are not okay. The Mills Minute is a ...
Mar 13, 2026
Garage fire downs power line in Saskatoon
A fire early Thursday morning led to a fallen power line in Saskatoon's Westmount neighbourhood. Firefighters who arrived at the 1300 block of 23rd Street West saw smoke and flames coming from a detac...
Mar 13, 2026 Saskatoon Fire Crews responded to a fire that caused a power pole to fall on 23rd Street West Thursday morning. (650 CKOM file photo)
Sask. RCMP briefs: phone call catches alleged robber, scammers pose as police
Phone calls by scammers alleged to be impersonating police and a well-timed call to catch a suspect are some of the cases Saskatchewan RCMP is dialing in on this week. Officers have also caught a man ...
Mar 12, 2026 Saskatchewan RCMP are reporting a phone scam impersonating RCMP detachments and a recent attempt to smuggle opium into the province. (larongeNOW file photo)
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