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REGINA NEWS

Regina parking changes, transit fare increases on the way
It's no joke: parking changes in Regina, including the transition to digital payment options, take effect on April 1. Next week, Regina's new transit fare increases will also take effect.

Teens, 17 and 18, charged after allegedly stabbing and bear spraying man in Regina
Police said the two teens who were arrested were each charged with assault causing bodily harm, while the 18-year-old was also charged with breaching the conditions of a release order.

Play With Your Food fundraiser tops $106K for Regina's Carmichael Outreach
A Regina board game fundraiser raised over $106,000 for Carmichael Outreach, turning a year of events into meals, housing support and real help for people in need.

Regina mayor hopes for speedier work as another construction season looms
It was a campaign promise that Chad Bachynski is following through on, requesting a report on how city crews and work more efficiently - potentially with 24-hour and extended-hour work shifts.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

Sask. Polytechnic navigating enrollment decline, need for trained workers
While navigating recent layoffs due to lower international student enrollment, Sask. Polytechnic's Dr. Larry Rosia said there is still an abundant need for well-trained post-secondary students in Saskatchewan.

Weyburn under boil-water advisory, water-pressure issues affecting most of city
At approximately 7:20 a.m., the City of Weyburn released a water-pressure advisory for the entire city, saying it is aware of the issues and is working to restore service as quickly as possible.

Province cancels funding contracts with Saskatoon's Prairie Harm Reduction
The province announced on Monday it is cancelling its contract with the organization for mental health and addiction services and for social services like housing and other crisis management support.

Carla Beck says letter to new federal NDP leader said it all
Saskatchewan NDP Leader Carla Beck said her weekend letter to new federal NDP Leader Avi Lewis speaks for itself when she was asked to elaborate on it on Monday.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY

The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, March 31
8:30 - While many of us experienced childhoods free of social media, children today are surrounded by it. It's raising concerns around the world on the growing impacts of social media on young people and whether str...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY

The Green Zone Replay - Monday, March 30
We talk with Danika Dureau of the Fedoruk Cup-winning Battleford Sharks, discuss the shock of Vegas Golden Knights hiring John Tortorella as head coach, and ask if Winnipeg Jets make the playoffs.
SPORTS

Tiger Woods had hydrocodone pills in his pocket and bloodshot eyes at crash scene, authorities say
Deputies found two white pills, which were identified as hydrocodone, in his pocket, the report said. When asked by a deputy if he took any prescription medications. Woods said, "I take a few."

Saskatoon Blades shake off controversial OT loss ahead of Game 3
Heading back home for Game 3 against the Edmonton Oil Kings, the Saskatoon Blades are eager to rebound from a loss in Game 2 in Edmonton which included a controversial winning goal in overtime.

Regina Pats take Game 2 on the road, beat Medicine Hat Tigers 4-2
The Regina Pats have evened up their series with the Medicine Hat Tigers. Regina was able to go on the road and steal a game from one of the top teams in the WHL as the Pats won 4-2 on Saturday night.

Regina Pat Canadians claim SMAAAHL title for second straight season
The Pat Canadians took the U18 AAA crown after beating the Moose Jaw Winmar Warriors 5-2 on Saturday afternoon. Both teams will meet again in the Telus Cup West Regionals hosted by Regina April 2-5.
CANADA & WORLD

Lawyers to begin final submissions in Frank Stronach sex assault trial
The defence's last witnesses - two Peel Region police officers who led the investigation - finished their testimony earlier this month, closing out the evidence in the case.

Ottawa extending 2% alcohol tax hike cap for another 2 years
Excise taxes on booze had faced annual increases pegged to inflation on April 1 each year, but the Liberal government has temporarily capped those hikes at two per cent since 2023.

Hate crimes numbers stayed steady in 2024 after years of increases: StatCan
StatCan says there were 4,882 hate crimes in Canada in 2024, a one per cent increase over the previous year. That followed a 34 per cent rise in police-reported hate crimes between 2022 and 2023.

Carney isn't saying whether Michael Ma faces fallout for China remarks
Asked today if he believes there is forced labour in China, Prime Minister Mark Carney said there is child and forced labour all over the world but acknowledged parts of China are higher-risk.
AGRICULTURE

New U.S. renewable fuel requirements expected to support Canadian canola
A Canadian renewable fuel industry source on Friday described the plan to slash compliance credits for imported biofuel and feedstocks in 2028 as "a material escalation in U.S. protectionist policy."

Fertilizer spike hits Sask. farmers ahead of seeding
Fertilizer prices are rising sharply in Saskatchewan ahead of seeding this year, driven by global supply disruptions. Farmers who didn't buy earlier are facing higher costs with little time to adjust their plans.

Agristability changes aim to boost Sask. livestock producers
Agriculture Minister David Marit says the province is pleased to have the federal government sign off on changes related to renting grazing land and how feed inventories are valued this year.

Brother and sister named 2026 Saskatchewan's Outstanding Young Farmers
Siblings Jordan Lynch and Chansi Bourke bring a family farm feeling to Lynch Farm Partnership, which grows large green lentils, canola, durum, flax and some wheat on 15,000 acres near Osage.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET

Original 16: The story of Saskatoon's Great Western Brewing Company
From aging equipment to a state-of-the-art expansion, Saskatoon's Great Western Brewing Company was built on risk, resilience and the courage of 16 men who refused to let their brewery fade away.

'I can do anything I want': Cole Blocka hopes to study at U of S
Since he was a little boy, Cole Blocka's parents taught him that he can do and be anything he wants in life. Even as he navigates hurdles in his pursuit of education, he is holding on to that belief.

Catching a leprechaun: Tips from kindergarten students at Prince Philip School
Some young Saskatoon students are building glittery, snack-filled leprechaun traps full of creativity, mischief and imagination this St. Patrick's Day. Will they catch one?

Passing the puck: Hockey hero Wickenheiser mentors young Sask. girl
This International Women's Month, Saskatchewan hockey legend, Hayley Wickenheiser, shared some hockey wisdom with 9-year-old Ella Kautzman of Warman, inspiring the next generation of female players.


























