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REGINA NEWS
Warmer weather gives Lang-area farm chance to finish harvest
After a wet September stalled harvest, Lang-area farmer Jesse Ridgway says sunshine is helping crews catch up. But there's still the pressures of lower yields, higher fuel costs and weak commodity prices.
Regina council approves expanded sidewalk snow clearing, more to be discussed at budget
On Wednesday, Regina City Council voted 9-1 to adopt a snow-clearing plan that adds 85 kilometres of sidewalks in high-priority areas to the 245 km of sidewalks the city plowed last winter.
Regina council expecting updates from Bell on expanded AI data centre
Ward 5 councillor Sarah Turnbull says Bell has reached out, hoping to answer questions about the expanded data centre project being built just outside Regina's city limits, in the R.M. of Sherwood.
Lawyers make final arguments at former Regina police chief's firing hearing
The Saskatchewan Police Commission panel will issue a written decision on whether former RPS Chief Farooq Sheikh's firing was justified at a later date.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
RCMP arrest man wanted in Lloydminster second-degree murder
Police say 40-year-old Randy Lysohirka was located at a rural home outside Maidstone on Sept. 23 following an investigation and tips. He is charged with second-degree murder after a Monday shooting.
VIDEO: Saskatoon encampment to remain for now after police, fire inspectors faced protesters
The encampment has existed on 20th Street West and Avenue K South in Riversdale for the past two weeks. The city is concerned about public safety and is looking to find solutions for the people living there.
Saskatoon police warn of high-risk sex offender living in city
William Lee Perswain is subject to several court-ordered restrictions involving minors and public spaces. Police say he's likely to re-offend, asking people to remain aware and report any violations.
Boy arrested after making threats involving school on Sask. First Nation: RCMP
The Saskatchewan RCMP said the boy continued to make threats and throw rocks at police vehicles after Mounties arrived at the school on Tuesday. He's now facing eight separate charges.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, Sept. 24
On Thursday's show, guest host Tamara Cherry talks about proposed changes to the Canada Labour Code. Other points of discussion include a new report from the Canadian Climate Institute and e-bike safety.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, Sept. 24
On Thursday's show, Scott Roblin has a WHL update, Dave Naylor talks possible CFL expansion and Tom Gazzola talks to Jamie about the Oilers and their new head coach, Mike Babcock.
SPORTS
Ouellette, Schaffer-Baker, Brooks Jr. return to Riders' starting lineup
When the Saskatchewan Roughriders released their depth chart on Thursday, it featured some welcome news, as A.J. Ouellette and Kian Schaffer-Baker will make their returns after injuries.
'Pretty surreal': Riders' kicker Hodge recalls CFL debut against Winnipeg
Dawson Hodge has spent the past couple years kicking at CFL training camps trying to earn a spot. The Roughriders kicker finally kicked in a regular-season CFL contest in the team's last outing.
Riders' Malcolm Bell ready to make first CFL start against B.C.
Malcolm Bell is the Riders' first round draft pick from this year's CFL Draft. After being patient for his opportunity, the rookie appears set to start in his first CFL contest this week.
A.J. Ouellette, Kian Schaffer-Baker back with starters in practice
The Saskatchewan Roughriders could be set to get back two of their top offensive weapons as running back A.J. Ouellette and slotback Kian Schaffer-Baker practiced with the starters.
CANADA & WORLD
Vietnam's leader To Lam upgrades Canada to a strategic partner
In an address on Parliament Hill today, Lam said it's time to go beyond a 2017 pact that covered investment, defence and academia, and to forge deeper ties with longer-term goals.
Belleville attack should be 'wake up call' on rising antisemitism, Jewish group says
Noah Shack, CEO of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, made the comment just days after the Yom Kippur gun attack that left a police officer critically injured and the shooter dead.
Poll finds some support for private airport operators, but more than a quarter unsure
Prime Minister Mark Carney said at the investment summit in Toronto last week that he was courting private investors to take over operations of the country's four biggest airports.
Report on child murders points to institutional failures, missed warnings
The report, published Thursday, analyzes the deaths of eight children in five different cases. It says in all of the cases, family members expressed concerns about the safety of the children.
AGRICULTURE
Federal government defends closure of seven research facilities
The federal government says the decision to close the sites reflects a deliberate shift to prioritize "investment in research expertise and activities" over operations and maintenance costs.
Alberta & B.C. organizations team up to help producers affected by wildfires
Alberta producers are asked to consider whether they can help provide available feed that can be transported to B.C., pasture for cattle that could be temporarily relocated in Alberta, or feedlot or drylot capacity ...
Diesel prices in Canada hitting a record high this harvest
U.S. diesel prices have also reached record highs over the last two weeks, exceeding US$5.85 per gallon and topping the previous record set in June 2022. That figure is about US$2 per gallon higher than a year ago.
'The taps turned on': Rain stalls harvest near Drinkwater
Drinkwater-area farmer Nick Cornea says repeated rain has slowed harvest and raised concerns about crop quality, with his operation only about 55 to 60 per cent finished.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Hotel Senator sign lost for decades resurfaces on Marketplace
You never know what you might find on Facebook Marketplace. In this case, it was a Hotel Senator sign that owner Chris Beavis thought had been sent to the junkyard 35 years ago.
Meet the Regina woman with 150 Saskatchewan Roughriders jerseys
Donna Ryhorchuk thought she had about 130 Saskatchewan Roughriders jerseys. We counted. There are 150 - each one carrying a story, a favourite player's name and a little piece of Rider history.
The Saskatoon boy who twirled his way to the National Ballet
Keaton Leier is coming back home to Saskatoon with the National Ballet of Canada, bringing his own choreography, his family's pride and a message for young dancers dreaming big on the Prairies.
Think Métis jigging is just dancing? Think again
This traditional dance gets the heart pumping, but researchers at the University of Saskatchewan are exploring how every step can also connect people to culture, community and well-being.
