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SASKATOON NEWS
Walk with us: Saskatoon Food Bank campaign asks for help to lighten the load
Every month, about 23,000 people access the emergency food supply kept by the Saskatoon Food Bank and 41 per cent of them are children, the organization said in launching its annual food drive.
Saskatoon man wins $1,455,892 VLT jackpot at Boston Pizza
Marc Lepage won the Vault Breaker grand prize at the Boston Pizza on Nelson Road on Tuesday. "I paid the bills for everyone else in Boston Pizza and called the lottery office," Lepage said.
Teen girl accused in Evan Hardy attempted murder case heading to trial
The Crown intends to seek an adult sentence on the charges the 14-year-old is facing, which include attempted murder, assault causing bodily harm, aggravated assault and arson.
Saskatoon Police Briefs: Stabbing outside mall, robbery, man pointing fake gun
"Officers located a male victim suffering from a potentially life-threatening stab wound; he was transported to hospital by paramedics for further treatment of his injury."
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
City council rejects motion to delay fluoride in Regina water
Clark Bezo's motion to postpone fluoridating the water supply until "there is conclusive evidence there are no significant neurotoxic effects or other bodily harms" associated with its use failed.
Meadow Lake Tribal Council calling for more access to health care
Tribal Chief Jeremy Norman of the Meadow Lake Tribal Council, which represents nine First Nations with 18,000 people, said his communities want better access to basic health care where they live.
Regina police warn high-risk sex offender now living downtown
Jared (Jarrod) John Charles, 27, was released in March and had been previously living in the Heritage neighbourhood. Regina Police Service issued a notice on May 2 that he had moved to downtown.
Any little thing could spark a grass or wildfire, Sask. fire chief warns
On Friday afternoon, Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency's website showed 40 fire bans in effect across the province, with six active wildfires, and the fire risk in many areas is high.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, May 20
If Alberta separates, should Sask. join? PM Mark Carney's first address. Summer jobs with Forest Sask. Will Melfort's Joel Erb break 24-hour pull-up record this Saturday?
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
Green Zone Replay - Friday, May 2
Rush gears up their semifinal series against Halifax. Which Canadian team now has the best chance of going to the Stanley Cup? Leafs fans, can you finally breathe now you're past the first round?
SPORTS
NLL: Saskatchewan Rush travel to Halifax to open semifinal series
The Rush and Thunderbirds split their regular season series. Co-head coach and general manager of the Rush Derek Keenan made sure his team was rested by arriving two days early in Nova Scotia.
Lights Out, Christmas in July: Riders unveil theme nights for 2025 season
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have unveiled their list of theme nights for the 2025 season. Some of the new thees this year include the Christmas in July game and Welcome to Fabulous Riderville.
KidSport Month kicks off as Saskatchewan Roughriders help give back
KidSport is a charity that helps ensure kids get an opportunity to participate in sports across the province. KidSport Month kicked off with the help of a couple of Riders and other sports ambassadors.
Claire Doré earned head coach job with Regina Riot through hard work
Claire Doré has held coaching roles with the Region Riot in previous years after starting with the club as a player. Now in 2025, she is serving as head coach, becoming the first woman to hold that role.
CANADA & WORLD
Manitoba warns of new measles exposure sites south of Winnipeg
Public health officials in Manitoba are warning of new measles exposure sites in two communities south of Winnipeg, including a medical centre and an elementary school.
Trump, trade barriers and passing a budget on Carney's spring to-do list
Prime Minister expects May 6 chat with U.S. president to be "difficult but constructive," Parliament will be recalled on May 26 and trade barriers between provinces, territories to go by Canada Day.
International fugitive returned to B.C. after being arrested in Middle East
Cody Casey has been back in Canada since April 24 following his arrest by police in Oman on Oct. 5, 2024, and an extradition process that lasted six months.
Alberta MP to step aside to allow Pierre Poilievre to run for seat in Parliament
MP Damien Kurek is set to step aside to allow Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to run in a byelection in the Battle River-Crowfoot riding in Alberta. Kurek says he is "temporarily" stepping aside.
AGRICULTURE
SaskPower shares tips to help farmers stay safe during seeding
"Preparation is vital when operating farm equipment around power lines. Plan your route before heading out, know what to do if a line contact happens, and plan routine breaks to avoid fatigue."
RealAg: Michael Harvey of CAFTA about U.S.-Canada trade tensions
Michael Harvey of CAFTA says U.S. politicians aren't focused on Canada-but trade with us helps American farmers. Tariffs raise U.S. farmers' costs and weaken their global competitiveness.
'It feels personal': Canadian farmers cope with Chinese tariffs on canola and peas
China hit Canadian farmers with 100 per cent tariffs on canola oil, canola meal and peas in retaliation to Canada slapping Beijing with levies on Chinese-made electric vehicles, steel and aluminum.
Farmers optimistic heading into spring seeding, agriculture minister says
Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison says farmers are out on the fields already in some parts of the province, while the fields in other areas are still covered by snow.
PRAIRIE PROFILES
Local author inspires young writers at Saskatoon elementary school
Writer and illustrator Amber Antymniuk helped students at King George School write and illustrate their own books, sparking creativity, confidence and pride in a new generation of young storytellers.
Survive the wilderness: Tips from a Sask. search and rescue expert
Devin King teaches bushcraft through Hoagy's Outdoor Survival Skills after decades in rescue work
Meet the Sask. blacksmith sparking a revival of the age-old craft
Humboldt's Tyler Dies fuses ancient techniques with modern creativity in his blacksmithing business.
Saskatoon martial arts studio empowers women through self-defence
"It has completely, completely changed my life," said Crystal Greenwood, of Okami Martial Arts.
