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Murray Wood: Going to seed, in a good way
Murray Wood says seed sales are taking off this spring. Food prices are likely convincing some to grow their own vegetables. That may or may not save money, but provides value in ways that are pricele...
Apr 14, 2026
Sarah Mills: We are feeling the pinch of rising prices, even beyond the gas pumps
Costs have already gone up with airlines. Parcel and delivery services could also increase, and even ride sharing may jack up prices. Sarah Mills says consumers are being hit hard. The Mills Minute is...
Apr 14, 2026
Saskatoon police briefs: Man allegedly attacked with machete at downtown bus stop
Police in Saskatoon were busy over the weekend as officers responded to a number of incidents, including a pair of robberies and a pair of stabbings. A 41-year-old man is facing a robbery charge after...
Apr 14, 2026 “The man asked to look at his phone but refused to return it to the victim,” police said. “An altercation began and the suspect pulled out a machete and struck the victim before fleeing on foot.” (Konstantin1985/Depositphotos.com)
Addiction counsellor emphasizes recovery after closure of Saskatoon's supervised consumption site
After the closure of Prairie Harm Reduction last week, an addictions counsellor is emphasizing the importance of putting people on a path to recovery. Saskatoon's only supervised drug consumption site...
Apr 13, 2026 In the wake of the closure of Prairie Harm Reduction in Saskatoon, Rand Teed, an addictions counsellor, certified prevention specialist and author, emphasized the importance of providing a path to recovery for those struggling with drug addiction. (650 CKOM file photo)
Animal welfare group opposes use of strychnine for gopher control on Sask. farms
An animal welfare organization says it's concerned about producers in Saskatchewan and Alberta using strychnine to control gopher populations. Under an emergency use application, producers in some are...
Apr 13, 2026 The SaskSPCA says Richardson’s ground squirrels “play a vital role in priarie ecosystems, contributing to soil aeration, water infiltration, nutrient cycling, and serving as a key food source for predators.” (Butlerstockphotography1/Depositphotos.com)
Murray Wood: Carney's Liberal majority will come because of floor crossers, not votes
Thanks to floor crossings, the Liberals only need to hold safe seats in Monday's byelections to get to majority status. Murray Wood says he expects the Liberals to say it was the voters who put them t...
Apr 13, 2026
Sarah Mills: Textbook touchdown for the Artemis II crew
Sarah Mills says the Artemis II mission was never just about sending astronauts around the Moon - it was the first step in the next great leap for mankind. The Mills Minute is a daily commentary heard...
Apr 13, 2026
First of Saskatoon's beloved pelicans spotted on South Saskatchewan River
Saskatoon's beloved pelicans are returning, and bringing with them a sign that warmer weather is on the way. Meewasin Valley Authority announced the sighting of the first American White Pelican on its...
Apr 12, 2026 The first American White Pelican of 2026 officially touched down in Saskatoon on the South Saskatchewan River in an area between the CPR Bridge and the Saskatoon Weir on April 10 at 5:30pm. (Meewasin Valley Authority/Facebook)
Saskatchewan campsite reservations in provincial parks open Monday
There will be plenty of happy campers around Saskatchewan on Monday as provincial parks begin taking reservations for the season. Bookings for seasonal campsites can be made on Monday, but campers wil...
Apr 12, 2026 In 2026, anyone with a Saskatchewan Accessible Parking Program permit issued by Sask Abilities will get a 25 per cent discount on entry permits to provincial parks. (Submitted)
Garden Talk: Expert tricks and tips to banish slugs
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 12 show: Read ...
Apr 12, 2026 Slugs appear in the garden in cycles, so if you have a really bad year, it might be a little bit less the next year, repeating every five to seven years. (egubisch / Depositphotos.com)
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