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Sarah Mills says convicted child killer Tammy Goforth should not be granted day parole this early into her sentence, whe...
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AIM sensory room supports learners with Down syndrome in Saskatoon
Sensory rooms are becoming more common in schools and other facilities to help kids and those with disabilities process their environments. Meghan Badun, an occupational therapist and clinical directo...
May 22, 2024 Participants in Saskatoon's AIM program play in a new sensory room sponsored by Gregg Distributors Sunshine Fund. (Alex Brown//650 CKOM)
Lithotripter donated to St. Paul's Hospital from Dubé family
On Friday, St. Paul's Hospital completed the addition of a new state-of-the-art lithotripter, the only one in the province. The lithotripter will be used to treat bladder, kidney, and ureteric stones,...
May 18, 2024 The province’s only lithotripter opened up at St Paul’s Hospital on Friday. (Submitted by St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation)
Saskatoon shares response plan amid rising violent crime, homelessness
This year, the city of Saskatoon has seen a growing trajectory of violent crime, encampments, and homelessness. "We've already had more than half the record number of homicides by the end of April thi...
May 13, 2024 A community garden in Pleasant Hill hosts many make-shift shelters in early October. (Lara Fominoff/650 CKOM)
Saskatoon doctor has delivered at least 3,000 babies in 40-year career
Thousands of parents in Saskatoon owe a lot to Dr. Lee Old. Old has been a family doctor in Saskatoon for 40 years, and said she's delivered at least 3,000 babies in that time. She explained to CKOM M...
May 10, 2024 Dr. Lee Old said one of the most rewarding parts of her job is the joy of helping a new life enter the world.(Driftwood + Co Saskatoon Birth Photographer/Submitted)
What you need to know for Saskatoon's civic election this fall
The City of Saskatoon's municipal election for local government and school board trustees is set for November 13, 2024. Here are some things you need to know for the upcoming election this fall provid...
May 08, 2024 For the first time in 36 years, Saskatoon's city council approved a modernized strategy which includes the use of a voters list. (Daniella Ponticelli/650 CKOM)
Spring freezing and thawing makes for harsh pothole season in Saskatoon
The delayed spring and repeated freezing and thawing haven't been kind to Saskatoon's streets, and the city says potholes are worse than usual this year. Street crews are working on filling potholes a...
May 08, 2024 The repeated freeze-thaw cycle this spring has made for a worse pothole season than normal in Saskatoon. (Mia Holwaychuk/650 CKOM)
Province highlights major investment for young people with Down syndrome
A major investment from the province is aiming to help young people with Down syndrome grow and learn. On Thursday, Education Minister Jeremy Cockrill and Health Minister Everett Hindley highlighted a...
May 04, 2024 AIM is a Saskatoon-based nonprofit providing specialized therapies and support for children and young adults with Down syndrome. (Alex Brown/650 CKOM)
'It's a blessing': Rainfall expected to dampen Sask. wildfire season
The rain falling on the province this week isn't good for just farmers. It's also helping prevent wildfires. "It's a blessing," said Cliff Buettner, director of forestry and protective services for th...
May 02, 2024 This week's rainfall should improve wildfire conditions in Saskatchewan, according to Cliff Buettner, director of forestry and protective services for the Prince Albert Grand Council. (Government of Saskatchewan/Submitted)
Police begin landfill search for signs of missing Mackenzie Trottier
Saskatoon Police will embark on a month-long search of the city's landfill for evidence into the disappearance of Mackenzie Lee Trottier on Wednesday. Trottier was 22 when she was last seen leaving he...
May 01, 2024 Mackenzie Lee Trottier was last seen on Dec. 21, 2020. (findmackenziet.com)
Saskatoon Berries sponsor Baseball Saskatoon's junior teams during 2024 season
The Saskatoon Berries' home opener is nearly a month away, and the city's brand-new Western Canadian Baseball League team announced a new addition to its "Jam Fam" on Monday. The Berries will sponsor ...
Apr 29, 2024 The Saskatoon Berries will sponsor U7 and U9 divisions for the 2024 season. The teams will now be known as the U7 Junior Berries and U9 Junior Berries. (Alex Brown/650 CKOM)
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