REGINA NEWS

Regina's warming spaces set to open for winter season
Warming spaces may be in high demand this year, as the City of Regina recently dismantled a large homeless camp in Core Community Park, citing the potential for fires at the encampment.

Project that dug up part of Regina's Wascana Park nears completion
The city says the Speaker's Corner Drainage Project, which saw a portion of Wascana Park dug up as well as streets on the west side of Albert Street, is on track to be substantially complete this year.

Third person charged with murder in death of Regina woman
A woman and a youth had charged with second-degree murder in 37-year-old Rebecca Autumn Mathieson death in August, now a 21-year-old woman is also facing the same charge.

Regina police seize four firearms, drugs in trafficking investigation
A Regina Police Service investigation into alleged fentanyl and meth trafficking has resulted in four arrests and the seizure of four sawed-off firearms, drugs, ammunition and nearly $8,000 in cash.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

Saskatoon students get spooky science lesson for Halloween
Students across Saskatoon were treated to a trick this Halloween. We called on Buena Vista School for a look at the popular dry ice demonstration that's enthralling young ghouls and goblins.

Rider fans embrace underdog role ahead of Lions playoff clash
Rider Nation has made its way to Vancouver for a do-or-die playoff showdown with the B.C. Lions, and fans believe the defending Grey Cup champions can pull off an upset.

Time Act brings Lloydminster onto same time as rest of Sask. year round
The act establishes Central Standard Time as the only time zone in Saskatchewan, meaning Lloydminster residents will no longer need to turn their clocks back to Mountain Standard Time in the winter.

Pelican Narrows suspicious death under investigation by RCMP
Saskatchewan RCMP's Homicide Investigation Unit has taken over the case of a 22-year-old man who died from severe injuries on Thursday. Police are asking residents to check security cameras.
SPORTS

Huskies women's soccer team playoff ready for TRU Wolfpack
A year after being bounced in Canada West quarter-finals, the University of Saskatchewan Huskies women's soccer team looks to take a big step in their playoff opener against Thompson Rivers this afternoon.

World Juniors: Russia's return complicates Alberta tournament
The potential return of Russia to international play is adding a layer of complexity for organizers of the upcoming World Junior Hockey Championship in Alberta.

Riders and Lions lock horns once again in CFL playoffs
The Saskatchewan Roughriders and B.C. Lions will meet for the third straight year in the post-season. Saskatchewan will try to get its first win in Vancouver this year to advance to the West Final.

New additions Fluker, Cleaver preparing to make Blades home debuts
WHL veteran defenceman Josh Fluker and goaltender Koen Cleaver have joined the Saskatoon Blades after being acquired within days of each other. They're both on track to dress Saturday against Seattle.
CANADA & WORLD

Iran's leader says response to attack would have no 'geographic limit'
Iran's supreme leader has threatened an immediate response to a potential attack - one without "geographic limits" - as diplomatic efforts continue try to to reduce the threat of a return to all-out war.

Major rescue operation brings Oleshky evacuees into Ukrainian territory
Evacuees from Russian-occupied Oleshky crossed into Ukrainian territory Saturday during a major rescue operation made possible by a significant humanitarian truce.

Canada-EU pact: New funding coming for critical mineral projects
The new Canada-EU pact opens doors for European funding in critical mineral projects, which could be a major boost for Saskatchewan's multi-billion dollar mining sector.

Canada, EU close Montreal summit with 'alliance for the future' pact
The seven-page statement includes announcements of a new digital trade agreement and a deal to allow the European Investment Bank to fund critical raw materials projects in Canada.
AGRICULTURE

Monette Farms bidding window extended into November
Monette Farms entered creditor protection in April, owing over $900 million to secured lenders. Sworn filings show the group operated across roughly 274,000 owned acres and 218,000 leased acres.

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.
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.



























