REGINA NEWS

Royal Regina Rifles battle flags return to Sask. legislature
The Royal Regina Rifles battlefield flags have been returned to the Legislative Building. Riflemen during World War I fought underneath them in Europe and veterans say they are an important symbol of sacrifice.

Trophygate: Thunder finally handed PFC hardware after Hilltops gaffe
Two days after earning a Prairie Football Conference championship, the Regina Thunder have the trophy in their hands after the Saskatoon Hilltops forgot to bring the hardware for Sunday's title game.

Three arrested after allegedly assaulting Regina teen with machete
Officers were called to the area of Fourth Avenue and Connaught Street at around 1 p.m. on Friday, where they found the injured boy "who had been assaulted by three males armed with a machete."

After 22 years, Piapot First Nation breaks ground on Regina development
The Piapot First Nation is moving ahead with a nearly $10 million commercial development in North Central Regina, more than two decades after purchasing the Angus Street property.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

What is CWD? Saskatchewan weighs future of testing program
In the wake of the provincial government's potential reversal of the decision to end the Chronic Wasting Disease testing program, what exactly is the disease and how does it affect animals?

Prince Albert business owners call for removal of large homeless encampment
Tyrel Tait, reeve of the RM of Prince Albert, said the municipality was aware of concerns raised by residents and businesses. He said the RM was working with the landowner and the RCMP.

Saskatoon couple finds stability after leaving encampment
While shopping for a new apartment might come with a wish list of features for a typical couple, Okanee and Rabbitskin are grateful for some basic perks of their new home, like having a dry, safe place.

Saskatoon hospitals add 80 new acute care beds across city
With the 40 new medicine beds previously opened at City Hospital, the total number of new beds in the city over the past 12 months is up to 120, according to a release from the provincial government.
SPORTS

Trophygate: Thunder finally handed PFC hardware after Hilltops gaffe
Two days after earning a Prairie Football Conference championship, the Regina Thunder have the trophy in their hands after the Saskatoon Hilltops forgot to bring the hardware for Sunday's title game.

Riders QB Trevor Harris sits out practice; Jack Coan takes reps
Trevor Harris did not practice on Tuesday, with Jack Coan taking a majority of the reps. Head coach Corey Mace said the plan is for Harris to play on Saturday against the Edmonton Elks.

Trophy trouble: Hilltops apologize to Thunder for PFC championship game blunder
The Saskatoon Hilltops have apologized to the Regina Thunder after forgetting to bring the PFC trophy to the final, leaving the newly crowned champions empty-handed on Sunday.

Regina Thunder pulls away from Sasktoon Hilltops, claims PFC title
The Regina Thunder were the top of the Prairie Football Conference all season and they capped it off with a 44-19 win over the Saskatoon Hilltops to claim the title and advance to the Canadian Bowl semifinals.
CANADA & WORLD

U.S. embassy accuses Canadian politicians of interfering in American elections
Industry Minister Melanie Joly is quoted five times in the list. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who is also quoted in the document, said he has no interest in interfering in U.S. elections.

Some government websites taken down in response to security risk: AI minister
In a social media post, Evan Solomon says the websites went dark to protect government systems and Canadians' information following guidance from the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security.

Alberta's Smith tells UCP members to get on team Canada or find new party
In a social media video Wednesday, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said her party can't afford to be split over the issue and risk losing next year's provincial election to the Opposition NDP.

Federal union announces strike votes for 120,000 federal public servants
Workers to take part in strike votes include wildland firefighters, passport and benefit officers, fishery officers, federal teachers, librarians and administrative staff.
AGRICULTURE

Saskatchewan farmers squeezed by high diesel costs, wet harvest
Shaun Haney says rising diesel prices and a wet harvest have increased costs for Saskatchewan farmers, while crop downgrades and uncertainty around trade and energy policy remain key concerns.

The economic importance of a Saskatoon-based farm show
The survey found 30 per cent of the 16,114 attendees came from a 50-kilometre radius of Saskatoon, 63 per cent from the rest of Saskatchewan and nine per cent from other provinces or countries.

Moe signals possible pause to Saskatchewan CWD testing cut
Premier Scott Moe said the government will reconsider the decision to eliminate the chronic wasting disease testing program in meetings later this week. The program was cut due to budgetary considerations.

VIDEO: Flames damage farmyard shop on Highway 6, north of Regina
Deputy fire chief Gord Hewitt said firefighters were able to prevent a home from burning in the farmyard, but the shop was seriously damaged. "They're just putting out some hot spots right now."
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET

Exploring the tunnels beneath Saskatchewan's Legislative Building
What's beneath Saskatchewan's Legislative Building? About a kilometre of tunnels, a sealed-off older network, high-pressure steam - and absolutely no secret bunker.

The hunt for Saskatoon's mythical 21st Street tunnel
The old railway station. The Bessborough Hotel. A secret tunnel beneath 21st Street connecting the two. It's one of Saskatoon's favourite legends - and apparently, it never happened.

Sneaking beyond the tourist trail in the Tunnels of Moose Jaw
In this Saskatchewan Story, we slip through hidden doors and forgotten corners of the Tunnels of Moose Jaw with Reid Martin, uncovering the real history - and the legends - buried beneath the city.

What happens when you bring Saskatchewan's wind indoors?
Saskatchewan has more than enough wind. So why build a machine to make even more? The answer involves 900 fans, wheat fields, spray droplets and a whole lot of science.


























