Murray Wood: The poppy seems to be endangered in Canada these days
With Remembrance Day approaching, Murray Wood says he's not seeing as many poppies as he used to. Wood says he hopes the...
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Renewal stickers coming for Saskatchewan health cards
Renewal stickers for Saskatchewan health cards are to be mailed out in the fall, so eHealth Saskatchewan is urging people to update their private information now. The current cards are to expire on De...
Jun 09, 2023
Air quality alerts issued as wildfire smoke returns
Wildfire smoke blanketed much of Saskatchewan on Friday. Environment Canada issued air quality statements for the western half of the province due to smoke from wildfires burning in Saskatchewan and e...
Jun 09, 2023 Hazy Saskatoon skyline on June 9, 2023 (Brent Bosker/650 CKOM)
‘I’m back playing football’: Cox Jr. grateful for a new chance in the CFL
With a new season on the horizon, second chances are being recognized by a new crop of CFLers. Every season the league presents players with a chance to continue their football careers, and this year&...
Jun 08, 2023
Heritage Minute visits Ogema to remember local baseball star
There’s no crying in baseball, but in this league, there’s lipstick. A new Heritage Minute was filmed in Ogema to tell the story of Mary (Bonnie) Baker, a professional baseball player from...
Jun 08, 2023
Cleanup underway after train derailment near Fort Qu'Appelle
Crews from CN Rail were cleaning up Thursday after a train derailment in the Fort Qu'Appelle area Wednesday night. In a statement, CN said 20 cars and a locomotive derailed southwest of the town. "The...
Jun 08, 2023 (Canadian National Railway Company/Facebook)
Rain, rain go away: Thunderstorms again expected for areas of Saskatchewan
In what seems to be a daily occurrence, Environment Canada issued thunderstorm advisories for areas of Saskatchewan on Thursday. Just after 12:15 p.m., Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm ...
Jun 08, 2023
Seeding operations nearing completion in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan farmers are nearing the finish line when it comes to seeding. According to the Ministry of Agriculture’s weekly crop report, 96 per cent of the crop is in the ground in the province...
Jun 08, 2023
Tuition-free training offered to early childhood educators in Saskatchewan
Early childhood educators in Saskatchewan will have greater access to training and professional development, thanks to a $12-million investment from the provincial government. According to the Saskatc...
Jun 08, 2023 (980 CJME file photo)
Drilling company faces hefty fines after worker injured while moving rig
A Saskatchewan drilling company is facing hefty fines after breaking safety regulations, leading to a serious injury. According to the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, Rebel Drilling...
Jun 08, 2023 (650 CKOM file photo)
‘We need a new program’: Poverty advocate sees SIS problems in auditor’s report
The problems with the Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) program outlined this week in the provincial auditor's report aren't exactly brand new to advocates like Peter Gilmer. Gilmer is with the Regina...
Jun 07, 2023
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Sarah Mills: Murray Wood celebrating 45 years in radio
Murray Wood, who started in radio in North Battleford, just marked a huge milestone in his career. Sarah Mills says 45 y...
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The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, Nov. 6
Premier Scott Moe talks to Evan about the federal budget's impact on Sask. residents, economist David Ristovki about the...
