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Wanted Yorkton man arrested after two-hour standoff in Humboldt
A Yorkton man wanted by Saskatchewan RCMP was arrested after a two-hour standoff with police in Humboldt on Friday. RCMP said in a news release on Tuesday that the 24-year-old man was wanted on 22 cha...
Nov 26, 2024 Saskatchewan RCMP found five guns and ammunition in a home in Humboldt on Nov. 22, 2024 after they arrested a man wanted on multiple warrants. (Saskatchewan RCMP/Supplied)
Beef Australia travelled 30hrs to attend Canadian Western Agribition
People from around the globe have gathered in Regina for the Western Canadian Agribition this week. Beef Australia Chief Executive Officer Simon Irwin said he travelled 30 hours just to get here for t...
Nov 26, 2024 Canadian Western Agribition 2024 started on Nov. 25 and ends on Nov. 30 in Regina. (Abby Zieverink/980CJME)
How Canada is reacting to Trump's threat to impose a 25% tariff
OTTAWA - Here's how notable Canadian politicians and business groups are reacting to U.S. president-elect's threat to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all goods coming from Canada: "The fact is we need ...
Nov 26, 2024 "This is a moment when Canada needs to be united. We need to be strong, and we need to be smart," said Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland. (The Canadian Press)
'Waste of Saskatoon taxpayers' money': CTF criticizes $300,000 design firm bill
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is slamming the City of Saskatoon for spending $317,757 on branding for its new bus rapid transit system. According to Gage Haubrich, the federation's prairie directo...
Nov 26, 2024 Saskatoon's new bus rapid transit system will be known as "Link," but according to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, the new name and branding came with a big price tag attached. (650 CKOM file photo)
Saskatoon financial officer: City faces 'same challenges' as citizens
The City of Saskatoon's proposed budget for the upcoming year has been adjusted to include a 5.84 per cent property tax hike. According to the city, the tax increase - adjusted up slightly from the 5....
Nov 26, 2024 The proposed property tax increase for 2025 follows a hike of 6.04 per cent this year. (Lara Fominoff/650 CKOM)
Charges laid in weekend hit and run in Pleasant Hill
The Saskatoon Police Service witnessed a westbound Jeep Wrangler hit a pedestrian at the crosswalk of 22nd Street West and Avenue P South on Saturday. The victim was transported to the hospital with n...
Nov 25, 2024 In a news release the Saskatoon Police Service said, "The driver stopped momentarily and got out before re-entering the vehicle and driving away." (Google Maps)
Woman cut twice in Pleasant Hill weekend assault
The Saskatoon Police Service were called to a domestic disturbance in the 500 block of Avenue S South around 7 a.m. on Sunday. In a news release from police, they say, "Investigations determined the m...
Nov 25, 2024 In a news release from the Saskatoon Police Service said, "Investigations determined the male suspect had cut the woman twice and punched another male before fleeing the scene." (Mia Holowaychuk/650 CKOM)
Saskatoon Police seized 8 firearms and 70g of cocaine
A total of 10 individuals ranging from 17 to 37 years of age are now facing 86 charges. The Saskatoon Police Service Guns & Gangs Unit with the assistance of the Tactical Support Unit had been inv...
Nov 25, 2024 The Saskatoon Police Service said, "A total of 8 firearms, one prohibited magazine and approximately 70 grams of cocaine were seized as part of this investigation."
Sask. Roughriders add three to roster
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have brought back a couple of players from 2024 and added a new kicker. The CFL club announced offensive lineman Nick Jones, wide receiver D'Sean Mimbs and kicker Ben Hadl...
Nov 25, 2024
Decorum and campaign promises at the heart of Throne Speech
To open up the new session on Monday afternoon, the Speech from the Throne was read out in the Saskatchewan legislature, talking about the government's plans to fulfill campaign promises, address what...
Nov 25, 2024
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