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FlixBus launching low-cost route between Saskatchewan and Alberta
A low-cost bus service that is very popular in other parts of Canada, the United States, South America and in Europe is set to launch in Saskatchewan on Canada Day. From July 1, FlixBus will launch a ...
Jun 30, 2025 FlixBus is launching a new service in Saskatchewan starting July 1 with a daily service from Edmonton to Regina, with stops in Saskatoon and North Battleford. (FlixBus/Facebook)
Some Saskatoon parks, playgrounds getting a makeover in 2025
A number of neighbourhood parks and playgrounds in Saskatoon will be getting a fresh new look this year. The City of Saskatoon said in a news release on June 26 that the improvements would be made as ...
Jun 29, 2025 Leif Erickson Park in Westmount will be getting upgrades that include a food forest demonstration site, irrigation system improvements and naturalized plantings, as well as new pathways, site furniture and educational signs. (Google Street View)
Wildfire devastation will lead to a rebirth of the boreal forest
Although the forest in many areas of Northern Saskatchewan have been devastated by recent wildfires, it is a natural occurrence that will lead to a more diverse ecosystem. "It does create a rebirth fo...
Jun 29, 2025 Ssome species of trees, such as jack pine, have serotinous cones that are sealed with resin that only open with extreme heat, such as a wildfire. The seeds then drop into the nutrient-rich soil and sometimes can start growing in a matter of weeks. (Anthony Scullion/Government of Canada website)
Saskatoon City Hospital emergency hours increased, but not back to full capacity
Saskatoon City Hospital's emergency department has increased its hours, although it is still not offering the level of service it was earlier this year. In a news release on June 28, the Saskatchewan ...
Jun 29, 2025 City Hospital's ER is increasing its hours to 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. from June 29 after months of reduced operation. Prior to February, it was open from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (650 CKOM files)
Moose are moving in: Saskatoon wildlife cameras show growing urban population
Over the past three years, a network of 29 trail cameras set up in and around Saskatoon has captured 249 photos of moose, including females with calves, juvenile bulls and even large males. "They're n...
Jun 29, 2025 Dr. Ryan Brook says data from trail cameras around Saskatoon indicates a growing population of moose in and around the city. (Ryan Brook/Submitted)
How Saskatchewan wildfires could affect future insurance policies
While the smoke has cleared in Denare Beach, life is anything but normal for resident Linda Lowe. Her family's home of 31 years was burned down by wildfire. What was supposed to be a relaxing summer h...
Jun 28, 2025 An aerial view of the wildfire damage at Denare Beach. (Linda Lowe/Facebook)
'Rotten' tree crashes onto B.C couple's truck in Saskatoon thunderstorm
It was quite the welcome back to Saskatchewan for a couple from British Columbia, after Saskatoon was hit with a major thunderstorm on Friday night. The storm rolled through the city with heavy rain, ...
Jun 28, 2025 Michelle Waldbillig (left) with her husband and friends pointing at the damage on the bed of her truck after a tree fell on it. (Will Mandzuk/650CKOM)
Outdoor educator calls bear spray bylaw a step forward but questions enforcement
A Saskatoon outdoor educator says bylaw changes to regulate bear spray is a step in the right direction, but also questions its enforcement. Earlier this week, proposed bylaw changes were approved by ...
Jun 28, 2025 Rebecca Mollison with Back 40 First Aid Training says when used correctly bear spray is an important took for people frequently in outdoor environments. (Mia Holowaychuk/650 CKOM)
Sask. provincial parks expecting busy Canada Day as campers head north
With the wildfire risk now lessened thanks to the work of firefighters and recent rainfall, provincial parks in northern Saskatchewan are getting ready to welcome hundreds of visitors this weekend ahe...
Jun 28, 2025 There are very few fire bans in place for the weekend ahead in provincial parks, apart from one small recreation site near Cypress Hills. (SashaKhalabuzar / Depositphotos.com)
Saskatoon man arrested, charged with child exploitation
A Saskatoon man has been arrested and charged after child porn was found in his possession, according to police. At the beginning of this year, the Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit ...
Jun 27, 2025 The Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit began its investigation in Janurary of this year. On Thursday, it arrested and charged a 25-year-old Saskatoon man. (650 CKOM file photo)
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