Murray Wood: Of Easter bunny bells and Juicy Fruit gum
For Murray Wood, Easter brings to mind grandma's practical advice about repurposing, and some of life's little lessons.
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Lebanon evac not guaranteed for over 20,000 Canadians, Ottawa warns
OTTAWA - Global Affairs Canada is warning more than 20,000 Canadians in Lebanon that they can't rely on government evacuation flights if war engulfs that country. The department says 21,399 Canadians ...
Jul 31, 2024 Canada has been planning since last October for a possible evacuation of its citizens, and sent military personnel to Lebanon and Cyprus in preparation. But Canada warns evacuations aren't always possible. (The Canadian Press)
Sport court dismisses Canada's Women's soccer appeal in drone case
Canada's women's soccer team is stuck with their six-point penalty after the team's appeal was dismissed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. The penalty comes after a staff member with the Canadian...
Jul 31, 2024 Canada team celebrates their side's 2-1 win at the end of the women's Group A soccer match between Canada and France at Geoffroy-Guichard stadium during the 2024 Summer Olympics, Sunday, July 28, 2024, in Saint-Etienne, France. (AP Photo/Silvia Izquierdo)
Police hunt for man after downtown Saskatoon assault with firearm
A woman was sent to hospital after she was assaulted with a piece of a firearm on Monday, police say. Saskatoon Police Service (SPS) said in a news release that officers were called around 5:50 p.m. o...
Jul 30, 2024 (Andrij-Ter / Depositphotos.com)
Iconic Long Creek Saloon destroyed in overnight blaze
Sunday night a fire claimed the Long Creek Saloon and a neighbouring restaurant. The fire destroyed two businesses, caused severe damage to a third, and impacted downtown Radville. After a long night,...
Jul 30, 2024
U.S. Senate passed bill to protect kids from dangerous online content
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Senate overwhelmingly passed legislation Tuesday that is designed to protect children from dangerous online content, pushing forward with what would be the first major effort by ...
Jul 30, 2024 It would force companies to take reasonable steps to prevent harm on online platforms frequently used by minors, requiring them to exercise “duty of care” and ensure that they generally default to the safest settings possible. (The Canadian Press)
Worker injury leads to $65,000 in fines for St. Brieux company
A workplace injury in 2022 led to a $65,000 fine for a Saskatchewan company this month. According to the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, St. Brieux-based Bourgault Industries Ltd. -...
Jul 30, 2024 The company pleaded guilty to a single violation in Saskatoon Provincial Court. (650 CKOM file photo)
Secret Service boss 'cannot defend' unsecured roof in Trump shooting
WASHINGTON (AP) - The acting director of the Secret Service says he "cannot defend" why the roof used by the gunman in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was not secured. Ronal...
Jul 30, 2024 Ronald Rowe is testifying Tuesday before two Senate committees. Rowe says he recently traveled to the Pennsylvania shooting site and says what he saw made him ashamed. The FBI’s No. 2 official is also testifying. (The Canadian Press)
Pine Grove Correctional Centre to be investigated after 'significant concerns'
Saskatchewan's ombudsman is launching an investigation into Pine Grove Correctional Centre in Prince Albert. According to Ombudsman Sharon Pratchler, the ombudsman's office wants to hear from those wh...
Jul 30, 2024 The women's jail in Prince Albert will be investigated by Ombudsman Saskatchewan. (paNOW file photo)
PHOTOS: No injuries after duplexes catch fire on Gray Avenue
A fire that burned two duplexes in Saskatoon's Forest Grove neighbourhood ended with no injuries on Monday night. According to the Saskatoon Fire Department, the flames had spread to a unit of a secon...
Jul 30, 2024 A search of the buildings by firefighters confirmed everyone had made it out safely. (Lara Fominoff/650 CKOM)
Firearm smash-and-grab in Saskatoon lands 22-year-old in court
A firearm smash-and-grab following a fight has landed a 22-year-old man in court in Saskatoon. Saskatoon Police Service said in a news release that officers were called to the 700 block of Circle Driv...
Jul 29, 2024 (CKOM files)
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