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REGINA NEWS
Regina business owner fears camp residents will return
Ron Fellinger of J. Fellinger & Sons Meats felt his concerns about the tent encampment at a Regina park fell on "deaf ears." He says he lost a quarter of his business when the tent encampment emerged.
Nobody hurt in three house fires in Regina
Flames were billowing from a home on Cameron Street in Regina's North Central neighbourhood early on Thursday morning. The fire was brought under control by around 4:30 a.m.
Regina council pushes for safety after spike in pedestrian, cyclist collisions
The city's Vision Zero team is being asked to put a focus on collisions involving pedestrians, cyclists and e-bike and scooter riders after a spike in incidents this fall.
Regina hires from within, names Chad Jedlic new city manager
Chad Jedlic, Regina's director of land, real estate, and economic development, has been hired as the new city manager effective January 4, 2027. His hiring follows the dismissal of Niki Anderson in 2025.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Suspicious vehicle call leads to seizure of guns, drugs, illegal cigarettes: RCMP
After searching a vehicle and a home, the RCMP said officers seized multiple guns, around 25 grams of methamphetamine, two machetes, ammunition, illegal cigarettes and drug paraphernalia.
Saskatchewan housing remains affordable despite rate hike
Housing experts in Saskatchewan weigh in on the increase to the Bank of Canada's key lending rate. Some borrowers may pay more, but the provincial market remains relatively unscathed, at least for now.
Man charged with Avenue E arson is a suspect in two other fires: Police
The fire was reported the morning of Oct. 16. One occupant was able to get outside safely, the fire department said, but a dog was unaccounted for. Police said the animal was later found dead inside.
Saskatoon's TCU Place will become Cameco Centre in 2027
On Wednesday, Saskatoon City Council voted unanimously to approve a contract that grants Cameco Corporation the exclusive naming rights under a 10-year, $3.85 million agreement.
SPORTS
Riders don't believe in underdog role heading into West Final
The Riders are on the road against a B.C. Lions team that was one of the best in the second half of the CFL season. But ahead of the CFL West Semifinal, Saskatchewan doesn't believe they are the underdogs.
Saskatoon Blades acquire Josh Fluker in five-piece trade with Wenatchee Wild
Two veteran defencemen who have battled injury now find themselves with new surroundings following a five-piece trade between the Saskatoon Blades and Wenatchee Wild on Wednesday.
Riders defence looks to contain Lions offence, Nathan Rourke
The Saskatchewan Roughriders defence will look to stop Nathan Rourke and the high-powered B.C. Lions offence in the CFL West Semifinal on Saturday. Kickoff for the game is set for 2:30 p.m.
Harris, Ouellette return to practice as Riders move inside to prepare for Lions
The Riders were back practising as they get set to take on B.C. in the CFL West Semifinal. Saskatchewan has lost the past two times they have travelled to Vancouver to meet the Lions.
CANADA & WORLD
Canada should be 'associate member' of the European Union, von der Leyen says
After von der Leyen proposed associate member status in a September speech, Canadian and European officials immediately downplayed the language and instead spoke of an "alliance for the future."
Poll says long wait times led half of Canadians to avoid going to the hospital
The Léger survey also indicates that 61 per cent of Canadians support being able to pay out of pocket or use insurance to access private care if they cannot get timely care in the public system.
Ottawa quietly abandoned promise to end coal exports without saying why: auditor
An auditor general report tabled on Thursday criticizes the move and points out that Canada is co-chair of an international alliance meant to help countries transition away from coal.
Financial intelligence watchdog plagued by delays, auditor general finds
An audit found it takes the agency an average of about four months to pass on intelligence to law enforcement - and half the time, the information arrives too late to be useful to investigations.
AGRICULTURE
ECCC proposes changes to Clean Fuel Regulations, but industry warns 1.3x multiplier for ethanol falls short
Environment and Climate Change Canada said the draft regulations will be published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on Oct. 30, opening a 75-day public consultation period.
Ag groups call for major tax reform
The coalition wants reform that incentivizes growth, improves global competitiveness, simplifies the tax system, supports small businesses and builds a tax system for a modern, AI-driven economy.
Monitoring water sources helps protect herd health
Nutritional issues in beef cattle typically result from multiple contributing sources, which is why both water testing and feed testing are important, according to Dr. Cheryl Waldner.
Steffes Group to hold first live auction at Tisdale yard
Steffes Group is set to hold its first live auction at the former Bruce Schapansky Auctioneers yard in Tisdale on Nov. 3, combining local expertise with the company's global reach and auction technology.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Q&A: What Chantell Butler wants you to know about dwarfism
What should you say? When should you offer help? And what do people get wrong about dwarfism? Chantell Butler answers these questions and more in a frank and open discussion.
Meet Jovi Wagner, Saskatoon's world champion dog groomer
Wagner has spent a lifetime making dogs look their best. Now, the Churchill Dog Groomers owner has helped lead Canada to a historic gold medal on the world stage.
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.
