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REGINA NEWS
Regina board game designer puts new spin on crokinole
Colter Hahn has created two new crokinole games aimed at making the classic board game more accessible, flexible and fun for players of all skill levels, perfect for the Easter long weekend.
Arguments finish, sentencing decision for Misha Pavelick's killer set for May
Arguments from the Crown and defence lawyers centred around whether the killer had the capacity and moral blameworthiness of an adult when he was 17 and killed Misha Pavelick in 2006.
Regina police nab three-time arsonist, lay charges in 2024 house fire
A garbage bin and a vehicle set on fire led Regina police to finding a suspect alleged to be also responsible for a third fire in May 2024. A 24-year-old man, is now facing charges in three arson incidents.
Fourth year of 11th Avenue construction kicks off Monday in Regina
"As work progresses, closures will move west along 11th Avenue toward Albert Street, with crews completing underground utility upgrades and above ground road and sidewalk reconstruction."
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Two dead after Saskatoon house fire, fatal rollover on Highway 16 off ramp
Saskatoon Police Service said a 24-year-old man was pronounced dead at the rollover scene, and a two men, aged 21 and 24, as well as a 22-year-old woman were taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Collector shows off 'objectively terrible' Fiat at Saskatoon's Draggins car show
The Draggins car show is back at Prairieland Park for the Easter weekend. Amongst the rows of cars is Hilary Fehr's 1974 Fiat 500, which she described as terrible on paper but "adorable" in person.
Cameco donates $5 million towards mining education at Saskatchewan Polytechnic
According to Saskatchewan Polytechnic, more than 1,800 of its students have joined Cameco since 1988. The gift brings the school's current fundraising campaign up to $75 million.
Saskatchewan approves transfer of Crown mineral rights to three First Nations
The province has approved the transfer of Crown mineral rights to Mistawasis Nêhiyawak, Flying Dust First Nation and Pasqua First Nation to honour Treaty commitments in reserve land allocations.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, April 2
On today's show, Evan asks whether you really relax when you have time off, the economic impact of the industrial carbon tax rising again and gets an update from the oil patch with Pipeline Online's Brian Zinchuk.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, April 2
The LA Kings and San Jose Sharks gained some much needed traction in the West last night. The Regina Pats are in big trouble in their opening WHL playoff series. The Telus Cup West Regionals start today. Kirk Cousin...
SPORTS
Regina Pat Canadians, Moose Jaw Winmar Warriors to meet in Telus Cup West Regional final
The Regina Pat Canadians beat the Winnipeg Bruins 3-2 on Saturday to set up a rematch between rivals in the Telus Cup West Regionals. Regina and the Moose Jaw Winmar Warriors will play once again on Sunday.
Saskatoon and District Comets to receive $25,000 as Kruger Big Assist regional winner
$25,000 is headed to the Saskatoon and District Comets Female Hockey Association as a regional winner of the Kruger Big Assist contest, with the Comets in the running for an even larger amount.
Moose Jaw Winmar Warriors beat Regina 6-2, clinch spot in Telus Cup West Regionals final
The Moose Jaw Winmar Warriors have locked down a spot in the Telus Cup West Regionals after defeating their rivals on Friday. Moose Jaw beat the Regina Pat Canadians 6-2 as the host team now faces elimination.
Saskatoon Blades steal Game 5 in Edmonton, one win away from second round of playoffs
A 4-2 victory over the Edmonton Oil Kings in Game 5 of their first round playoff series has the Saskatoon Blades on the doorstep of advancing to Eastern Conference semifinals.
CANADA & WORLD
WATCH: Canadian Space Agency's first space to Earth video call with Jeremy Hansen
The virtual event featured Hansen speaking live from aboard NASA's Orion spacecraft, and he said that while all the training prepared the crew, there is nothing like experiencing it in the moment.
Could Trump follow through on his threats to quit NATO?
Aaron Ettinger, associate professor of political science at Carleton University, said the threat of the U.S. quitting NATO has grave implications for Western security and must be taken seriously.
Iran calls on public to find 'enemy pilot' as U.S. continues frantic search
The U.S. military continued its search for a missing pilot over a remote area in Iran, a day after the Islamic Republic shot down a U.S. warplane and promised a reward for whoever turns in the pilot.
These Ukrainians want to thrive in Canada, but for most the future is uncertain
After Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022, nearly 300,000 Ukrainians were welcomed in communities across Canada. Many of those who have chosen to stay face an uncertain future.
AGRICULTURE
SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network to manage Saskatchewan Farm Stress Line
"The Farm Stress Line has a proud history of supporting the agricultural community, and these improved services will help protect the health of people working in the sector," said David Marit.
Sask. farmers allowed to use strychnine until end of 2027
The federal government says it will temporarily allow farmers in Alberta and Saskatchewan to use a rodent poison to combat growing gopher populations, though farmers say their yearly window is closing.
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.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Meet the woman giving Saskatoon's abandoned bunnies a second chance
Easter brings more than egg hunts - it brings abandoned pet rabbits. Since 2018, Donna Barth with River Haze Street Rabbit Rescue has rehomed 145 domestic rabbits found on Saskatoon streets.
Thick n Thrift reshapes plus-size secondhand shopping in Saskatoon
Sizes 12 and up take centre stage at The Thick n Thrift in downtown Saskatoon. Owner Cierra Giesbrecht is creating a space focused on access, affordability and the joyful experience of shopping.
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.
