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REGINA NEWS
Regina offers active alternative to candy again this Halloween
The city said the passes offer active options for trick-or-treaters, granting free admission to activities at city recreation facilities, including swimming, basketball, badminton or tennis.
Regina's 11th Avenue reopens, expected to finish under budget
After four years of construction, Regina's 11th Avenue has reopened. The renewal project replaced old infrastructure, added street upgrades and is expected to finish up to $2 million under budget.
Regina Public Library doubles tax increase ask for new branch
Two years after approving annual 5.5% library tax hikes for a new central branch, Regina City Council faces a new request: an 11% increase, adding about $2.27 monthly for the average homeowner.
Regina City Council votes 5-4 for updates on Bell AI data centre
Council requested ongoing updates from city administration about the Bell AI data centre. The discussion happened without Mayor Chad Bachynski or Councillor Mark Burton, who recused themselves.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Grizzly bear attack survivor shares story to help others find resilience
Jeremy Evans - also known as The Grizzly Dude, as a nine-year-old boy dubbed him - shared his incredible story of survival when he was a guest on A Better Life with Jenn Dean on Sunday.
La Ronge poltergeist story heading to television screen
Roxy Fisher documented her experiences in a book published in October 2022 after moving into a La Ronge home where she says she saw a ghostly apparition and heard strange sounds and menacing voices.
Saskatchewan expands Indigenous rehabilitation program to more provincial jails
Ewikīwiyāhn is an Indigenous-led program that combines traditional teachings with practical life skills to support the personal growth and successful reintegration of provincial prisoners.
Cut Knife RCMP searching for two suspects charged with armed robbery
Jeremiah Sokwaypnace of North Battleford and Terri Anne Fox of Sweetgrass First Nation are facing multiple charges after what RCMP said was an armed robbery on Poundmaker Cree Nation on Oct. 15.
SPORTS
Saskatchewan finds end zone late, clinching postseason berth with 16-12 win
The Saskatchewan Roughriders scored a late touchdown as they earned a 16-12 win over the visiting Montreal Alouettes to clinch a spot in the CFL postseason, improving to 8-9.
Riders look to end four-game losing streak in rematch against Alouettes
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will look to end a four-game losing streak as they welcome the Dustin Crum-led Montreal Alouettes to Mosaic Stadium today. Kickoff for the game is set for 1 p.m.
'Three-headed monster': Emilus, Johnson back as Riders take on Alouettes
The Saskatchewan Roughriders' offence will once again feature Sam Emilus, Kian Schaffer-Baker and KeeSean Johnson, as all three receivers are good to go against the Montreal Alouettes on Saturday.
Blades rookie Kain Martinuik eager to represent Canada at U17 World Challenge
Saskatoon Blades forward Kain Martinuik will sport the maple leaf for the first time in his hockey career when he joins Team Canada White at the 2026 U17 World Challenge in Oakville, Ont. next month.
CANADA & WORLD
Carney says four dead after explosion, fire at Wainwright military base
PM Mark Carney says four military members were killed and dozens more were seriously injured after the fire, calling it one of the "worst tragedies for the (Armed Forces) on Canadian soil in peacetime."
Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russia
The strikes came as tensions between Kyiv and Washington deepened, with Donald Trump criticizing Kyiv's attacks on Russian oil infrastructure and the prospect of U.S. sanctions against Moscow uncertain.
Trump endorses Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection
Trump said on social media that Netanyahu "has been a Great Warrior Prime Minister, and an even greater Partner for Peace in combatting the Islamic Republic of Iran." Israelis are set to vote Oct. 27.
French police arrest 1,800 after violent clashes at protests
About 550,000 people took part in protests across France, according to authorities, while organizers counted about 800,000. More than 500 police officers, gendarmes and firefighters were injured.
AGRICULTURE
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."
Public consultations open on Farm Security Act
The province said the confidential survey data will be used as part of a review of the act, in order to ensure that any potential changes make sense and meet the needs of the people.
New tractor and combine sales continued weakness in September
As of the end of September, there have been 512 4WD tractors sold in Canada in 2026 and 1,448 sold in the U.S. In the same period there have been 1,266 combines sold in Canada and 2,432 in the U.S.
'Can't keep up with demand': Saskatchewan farmer talks turkey on Thanksgiving
Saskatchewan farmer Josef Buttigieg shares the months of work behind growing Thanksgiving turkeys, why his farm is sold out and his favourite ways to enjoy the traditional holiday bird.
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.
