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We are a country that has been shaped by war: Vimy Ridge historian
Today marks 108 years since the Canadian Corps attacked Vimy Ridge, marking the first time all four Canadian divisions fought together as a cohesive unit. Nearly 3,600 Canadian soldiers died and about...
Apr 09, 2025 Canada's National Memorial at Vimy Ridge in France overlooks the Douai Plain from the highest point, about 10 kilometers north of Arras. (Céline Grimard/650 CKOM)
Saskatchewan launching campaign to lure American doctors north
With the launch of a new digital ad campaign for doctors, the Saskatchewan Healthcare Recruitment Agency (SHRA) is looking to make an American loss into Saskatchewan's gain. The campaign - dubbed "Sas...
Apr 09, 2025 “We want to showcase to Americans why Saskatchewan offers them a new direction by being an excellent choice for physicians who want to practice in a secure, stable and supportive environment,” said Jeremy Cockrill, Saskatchewan’s health minister. (Céline Grimard/650 CKOM)
Sask. RCMP officer hits 16-year-old boy with vehicle while responding to call
A police oversight agency has been notified after a Saskatchewan RCMP officer hit a 16-year-old pedestrian with a police vehicle while responding to a call on Tuesday night. According to the Mounties,...
Apr 09, 2025 The boy was airlifted to a hospital in Regina with serious injuries. He's since been transferred to Saskatoon. (650 CKOM file photo)
The Green Zone Replay - Tuesday, April 8
The Green Zone - April 8 2:35 - Keegan Matheson, MLB.com The Toronto Blue Jays have reportedly signed their superstar first baseman Vladimir Guererro Jr to a massive 14-year, $400m contract extension....
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Crime briefs: Two charged after Saskatoon police seize cash, guns, drugs
An investigation by the Guns and Gangs Unit of Saskatoon Police Service (SPS) has led to two people facing a combined total of 15 charges relating to drugs, weapons and the proceeds of crime. SPS said...
Apr 08, 2025 Items seized by Saskatoon police included $10,300, a prohibited .22 Browning rifle, a prohibited 303 Lee Enfield rifle, a restricted 9mm handgun as well as assorted ammunition, 3.44 grams of fentanyl, 2.1 grams of methamphetamine, three cell phones, a scale and a money counter. (Saskatoon Police Service/Submitted)
Conexus, Cornerstone and Synergy credit unions recommend merger to members
Three Saskatchewan credit unions are recommending a merger to their members. On Tuesday, Conexus, Cornerstone and Synergy credit unions made a joint announcement, saying their boards unanimously appro...
Apr 08, 2025 “This merger is a proactive step forward to keep money in our members’ pockets while securing a strong future for our credit union,” the three credit unions said in a joint statement. (650 CKOM file photo)
Nominations open in CAA Saskatchewan's 2025 Worst Roads Campaign
If your daily commute includes a stretch of road that's in particularly rough shape, CAA Saskatchewan wants to hear from you. The organization has kicked off its Worst Roads Campaign, an annual search...
Apr 08, 2025 Highway 8 going north from Moosomin to Rocanville was named as the worst highway in Saskatchewan in 2024 by CAA due to the number of potholes. (Larry Tomlinson/Submitted)
Saskatoon police briefs: Woman bear sprayed in dispute over cigarette
A woman was bear-sprayed in Saskatoon on Monday after refusing to hand over a cigarette. According to police, officers were called to 22nd Street West at around 11:30 p.m. for a report of an injured p...
Apr 08, 2025 Police said the woman was hit with bear spray after refusing to give her attacker a cigarette. (650 CKOM file photo)
Saskatoon police officer dragged by SUV after traffic stop
A police officer was dragged behind a vehicle after a traffic stop in downtown Saskatoon on Sunday evening. According to police, officers stopped an SUV that was "being driven erratically" on Second A...
Apr 08, 2025 Police said the officer was dragged a short distance by the SUV before the vehicle came to a stop. (Céline Grimard/650 CKOM)
Garden Talk: What flowers can I grow in a garden that gets only morning sun?
Jill and Rick Van Duyvendyk answer all your gardening questions in Garden Talk on 650 CKOM and 980 CJME every Sunday morning at 9 a.m. Here are some questions and answers from the April 6 show: https:...
Apr 07, 2025 Ajuga, a perennial, low growing ground cover that gets pretty blue flowers, will grow in shady, dry and windy spots. (weha / Depositphotos.com)
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