REGINA NEWS

Regina police say fraudsters are posing as STARS Lottery employees
Police said the caller told their victims they had won a prize - either cash or a new vehicle - but said payment of "a small fee" was required before they could collect.

Police search for three female suspects who allegedly robbed business, bear-sprayed employee
Police said officers arriving at the scene learned three suspects had assaulted an employee with bear spray before grabbing bottles of liquor and running from the business on foot, according to the release.

Orest Warnyca has been to every Mosaic festival over 60 years, and doesn't plan on stopping
Orest Warnyca has done almost everything in his years working at Mosaic - organizing entertainment, volunteers and security at one point or another. He's also led the Regina Multicultural Council.

Regina Lyric Musical Theatre celebrates 49th season with 'darker', classic show
Regina Lyric Musical Theatre is closing out its 49th season with a production that co-producer Megan Horne said is a change from the family-friendly shows they have performed in previous years.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

Saskatchewan town explains viral photo of wavy White City road
A photo appears to have made a road under construction in White City resemble a "pump track," but the town said the finished product will look very different and help direct stormwater to catch basins.

Saskatchewan woman convicted of murdering foster child granted day parole
Tammy Goforth was given life in prison with no chance of parole for 17 years after being convicted in 2016 of second-degree murder and criminal negligence causing bodily harm.

Man arrested on U of S campus after allegedly taking inappropriate pictures of women
A 45-year-old man was arrested on the University of Saskatchewan's campus on Thursday and charged with voyeurism after allegedly snapping inappropriate pictures of women without their consent.

Saskatchewan provincial parks offer free admission on Saturday for National Trails Day
Alana Ross, Saskatchewan's minister of parks, culture and sport, said the province is home to many beautiful and diverse provincial parks, emphasizing the importance of getting outside.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY

The Evan Bray Show - Friday, June 5
Evan welcomes General Rick Hillier ahead of the anniversary of D-Day, Betty Nippi-Albright one month after becoming an Independent MLA and hears some of the latest information on the new AI data centre.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY

The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, June 4
U Sports is adding women's flag football into the lineup, beginning in 2027. Plus, as the CFL season officially kicks off, Jamie and Locker give their Grey Cup predictions and ask for predictions from guests and lis...
SPORTS

Toronto officials say they raised concerns with FIFA about stadium water bottle ban
FIFA recently changed its stadium code of conduct to prohibit bottles, cups and other receptacles at World Cup venues in host cities. It has previously allowed refillable bottles inside.

Saskatoon Mamba guard Jamir Chaplin thankful for CEBL return after leg amputation scare
Jamir Chaplin is back in the CEBL with the Saskatoon Mamba after undergoing three surgeries last year to deal with compartment syndrome, which nearly resulted in the loss of his left leg.

Hidden talents of the Saskatchewan Roughriders revealed
What do a sketchbook, a crochet hook, a keyboard and a loaf cake have in common? They might all turn up in the Saskatchewan Roughriders' locker room.

Riders announce new pre-game fan events ahead of home opener
Ahead of the Saskatchewan Roughriders' home opener against the B.C. Lions, fans will be able to experience two new pre-game events: Security Building Supplies Riderland Park and the Coors Light Tailgate.
CANADA & WORLD

Astronauts briefly take shelter during repair to fix leak on the International Space Station
The five astronauts moved into the SpaceX capsule that is docked at the station while cosmonauts worked to fix the leak, which is on the Russian side of the orbiting laboratory.

Man arrested after Montreal synagogue targeted by arson attempt
Jewish advocacy groups Federation CJA and CIJA say the attempted arson at Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom is part of an antisemitic climate that has left the community feeling unsafe.

Economy adds 88,000 jobs as unemployment rate falls to 6.6%: StatCan
The unemployment rate fell to 6.6 per cent, down from 6.9 per cent. Construction led the way with a gain of 27,000 jobs last month, while the wholesale and retail trade sector lost 35,000 jobs.

Businesses 'desperately in search of certainty' on trade deal - but at what price?
Canada's business community says a deal that lets most goods flow to the United States tariff-free is the top goal as negotiators gear up for a renewal deadline of the continental free trade pact.
AGRICULTURE

Seeding 80 per cent complete, as Sask. farmers make solid progress after slow start
Farmers got a late start to seeding in many areas thanks to late-season snow and wet conditions, but producers across Saskatchewan are gradually catching up to the five-year average of 91 per cent.

Seeding passes halfway point in Saskatchewan after slow, wet start to growing season
Producers in Saskatchewan have passed the halfway point on seeding, which is now 52 per cent complete across the province. That's up from 29 per cent in the previous week's crop report.

Soggy conditions mean some fields in Saskatchewan could go unseeded this season: APAS
Some farmers haven't started seeding yet as wet fields, snow, and washed-out roads prevent them from getting equipment into their fields. Seeding is just 29 per cent complete across the province.

From lake to plate: Chefs take pride in serving wild rice dishes
Some of chef Jamie Charles' best sellers include a wild rice burger with bacon and sautéed mushrooms and onions, as well as shepherds pie. He also adds it into a stuffing to accompany turkey.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET

Hidden talents of the Saskatchewan Roughriders revealed
What do a sketchbook, a crochet hook, a keyboard and a loaf cake have in common? They might all turn up in the Saskatchewan Roughriders' locker room.

On your marks, get set, mow! Lawn mower racing taking off in rural Saskatchewan
Dust will fly, engines will roar and crowds will cheer as Saskatchewan's Triple Town Crown lawn mower racing circuit returns, with stops in King George, Demaine and Beechy.

The surprising Saskatchewan origin of Girl Guide cookies
Nearly 100 years ago, a Regina mother baked cookies so girls could go camping. Today, Girl Guide cookies remain one of Canada's sweetest traditions, rooted in a Saskatchewan success story.

Biggar: The Saskatchewan town that bet big on itself - and won
Biggar's $5 million Main Street revitalization project was about more than fresh paint and new sidewalks. It was a community deciding its future was still worth fighting for.



























