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Regina police charge man with seven unsuccessful vehicle thefts
It was seventh time unlucky for a 41-year-old man in Regina after police finally caught up with him and charged him with 19 offences related to seven separate incidents of unsuccessful vehicle theft.
'Regina is thrilled': Canada 55+ Games return to Queen City next summer
"Our city has a long and proud history with these Games, and we're excited to once again showcase the spirit, energy and hospitality that define our community," said Mayor Chad Bachynski.
Regina Pat Canadians back in the Telus Cup, looking to defend title
The Regina Pat Canadians are aiming for back-to-back titles at the Telus Cup after qualifying for the Male U18 AAA hockey nationals. They open up the tournament against the Peterborough Petes on Monday.
VIDEO: Amazon to arrive on doorstep of Regina's industrial sector
A Colliers executive said construction costs have kept industrial vacancy low and rent high - but several projects are around the corner, including an Amazon facility.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Mosaic invests $2 million in Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation
The Mosaic Company has announced a $2-million investment for the Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation to go towards specialized equipment, innovative research and family-centred programs.
Mounties ask public to keep an eye out for inmate who didn't return to correctional camp
According to police, Terry McKay is facing a charge of being unlawfully at large after failing to return to the Besnard Lake Correctional Camp, and police are working to track him down.
No injuries after 'unknown white powder' causes scare at Canada Post distribution centre
The fire department said a postal worker was exposed to the powder at the centre on 103rd Street East and was assessed by paramedics, but showed "no symptoms of injury or distress."
Police say foul play not a factor after 51-year-old man dies in P.A. house fire
After extinguishing the flames at the home on 18th Street East on April 8, Prince Albert firefighters searched the home and found 51-year-old Murray Shand inside. He was pronounced dead by paramedics.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Monday, April 20
On Monday's show, Evan hears concerns about the FSIN's transparency after its general assembly last week, discusses how schools in Saskatchewan can see improvement in students and learns which roads are the worst in...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Monday, April 20
The Vancouver Canucks are rebuilding after finishing last in the NHL, John Shannon recaps the busy Stanley Cup Playoffs weekend, and should Canadian NHL teams avoid drafting American-born players?
SPORTS
'Regina is thrilled': Canada 55+ Games return to Queen City next summer
"Our city has a long and proud history with these Games, and we're excited to once again showcase the spirit, energy and hospitality that define our community," said Mayor Chad Bachynski.
Rob Bagg, Dan Clark, Paul McCallum to join Saskatchewan Roughriders Plaza of Honour
Wide receiver Rob Bagg, offensive lineman Dan Clark and kicker Paul McCallum will be inducted in a halftime ceremony during Saskatchewan's game against the Montreal Alouettes on Oct. 17.
Regina Pat Canadians back in the Telus Cup, looking to defend title
The Regina Pat Canadians are aiming for back-to-back titles at the Telus Cup after qualifying for the Male U18 AAA hockey nationals. They open up the tournament against the Peterborough Petes on Monday.
Haley's OT winner lifts slumping Saskatchewan Rush in regular season finale over Toronto
The Saskatchewan Rush will host an NLL quarter-final playoff game after a thrilling, come from behind victory in overtime against the Toronto Rock in their final game of the regular season on Saturday.
CANADA & WORLD
Online harms bill should cover AI chatbots, say some on Ottawa's advisory group
Culture Minister Marc Miller said the government is "very seriously" considering a social media ban for kids, and would leave it to the expert group to say whether the bill should cover chatbots.
Ex-Mountie pleads not guilty to offence under Canada's Security of Information Act
A judge says the grounds for his arrest "amount only to a hunch or generalized suspicion" that he engaged in a conspiracy to assist China's efforts in a manner that would contravene Canadian law.
Poll suggests more Conservative voters now want to replace Poilievre as leader
The share of Conservative voters who want Poilievre to quit has almost doubled since last August, when he was running in a byelection to earn a seat in Parliament after losing his old seat in April.
Ottawa announces 'incremental increase' in direct flights to China
Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon says there will be "an incremental increase" in flights between the countries in response to Prime Minister Mark Carney's outreach visit to Beijing in January.
AGRICULTURE
SaskPower preaches power line safety ahead of spring seeding on Saskatchewan farms
The Crown corporation said 315 incidents on farms involving SaskPower's infrastructure were reported last year. The company emphasized that all power line strikes are preventable.
Animal welfare group opposes use of strychnine for gopher control on Sask. farms
The SaskSPCA says the pest-control poison leads to "a slow, painful and inhumane death" for Richardson's ground squirrels, and its widespread use could pose a broader risk to ecosystems.
More Saskatchewan farmers permitted to use strychnine for gopher control
After hearing concerns from farmers, the province submitted a request to Health Canada last week, asking for the area to be expanded to rural municipalities with the largest gopher populations.
SaskAgMatters brings farming experience to Saskatchewan stress line
The SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network has taken over the phones at the Saskatchewan Farm Stress Line, allowing producers to connect with counsellors who have firsthand farming experience.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
First Nations University of Canada marks 50 years with annual spring powwow
The First Nations University of Canada Spring Celebration Powwow returns to Regina Saturday and Sunday celebrating Indigenous culture, community and tradition during the university's 50th anniversary year.
Repair Café giving broken items a second chance in Saskatoon
Once a month at Saskatoon Makerspace, volunteers help community members fix broken household items for free, sharing skills and bringing everything from lamps to coffee makers or clothing back to life.
Meet the woman giving Saskatoon's abandoned bunnies a second chance
Easter brings more than egg hunts - it brings abandoned pet rabbits. Since 2018, Donna Barth with River Haze Street Rabbit Rescue has rehomed 145 domestic rabbits found on Saskatoon streets.
Thick n Thrift reshapes plus-size secondhand shopping in Saskatoon
Sizes 12 and up take centre stage at The Thick n Thrift in downtown Saskatoon. Owner Cierra Giesbrecht is creating a space focused on access, affordability and the joyful experience of shopping.
