REGINA NEWS

MADD encourages safety amid Mosaic Stadium tailgating talks
MADD President Tanya Hansen-Pratt is concerned about tailgate parties, that people may drive their own vehicles home after they've been consuming alcohol. MADD wants people to be aware of other available options.

Two men, 19 and 21, hospitalized after shooting in Regina's Coronation Park
Officers were called to the 3700 block of Regency Crescent just before 4 a.m., where they found the two men suffering from gunshot wounds. Their injuries were not believed to be life threatening.

Third person charged with attempted murder in Regina shooting that injured 11-year-old girl
Officers were called to the 1000 block of Edgar Street just after 2 a.m. on August 11. When they arrived, they found the girl suffering a gunshot wound inside, and she was taken to hospital for treatment.

Regina may remove financial hurdles for replacing lead pipes
The City of Regina conducted a 2023 study, which showed that of the 124 homes sampled, 48 locations had one or more samples that tested above the Health Canada guidelines of five micrograms per litre.

No wastewater was released into Wascana Creek: City
On Wednesday, the city explained that during the city's storm response, it had received some "high alarms" indicating that a bypass was "imminent," prompting some calculations for the duration of the alarm.

'A bunch of sparks': Train brings down power poles in Regina's north end
As of 11 a.m. on Wednesday, crews were still repairing damage and restoring service to 14 customers. "We do not have an estimated time of restoration for those 14 customers yet," SaskPower said.

Home involved in shooting of 11-year-old girl was targeted: Police
On Aug. 11, police responded to a call in the Eastview neighbourhood after gunshots were fired at a home, which police now say was a targeted incident. An 11-year-old girl who was shot is recovering from injuries.

Two Youth Charged Following Robbery
The victim was approached by an unknown male wielding what appeared to be a machete. The suspect demanded the victim's belongings. The victim complied, the suspect fled the scene in a waiting vehicle.

RCMP releases Weyburn highway shooting victim's name, family wants answers
Tanya Myers has been named as the 44-year-old woman fatally shot in the passenger seat of a Ford Explorer travelling on Highway 39 near Weyburn Sept. 12. RCMP confirmed the autopsy results showed she was shot.

Over 500 auto claims made after Regina, surrounding area storm: SGI
SGI said the heavy rain and hail in Regina, Pilot Butte, Emerald Park and Balgoni will be one of the largest storms of the summer when it comes to auto claims.

Three boys charged following armed robbery at North Central business
According to police, one of the boys pointed a handgun at an employee, and another boy threatened a second victim with a bladed weapon. Officers found a loaded firearm on one of the boys and a machete nearby.

Riders and Federated Co-op unveil new $20 community zone
Tickets for the 2,000-seat section will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. They'll be available for purchase starting Sept. 22 for Co-op members only. The partnership is scheduled from 2025 to 2028.

City: 1.3 million litres of wastewater pumped in Wascana Creek during storm
The City said the impact from the wastewater is expected to be "minimal." Sampling is being collected to determine any possible negative impacts. The city also notified all of its downstream users.

Memorial for protective services workers in Regina expected to be completed next fall
Saskatchewan Public Safety Minister Tim McLeod said the memorial "will provide a meaningful gathering place for families, friends, colleagues and the public to honour and remember lives lost."

Annual Terry Fox Run returns to the Prairies
This Sept. 14, both Regina and Saskatoon will be holding their own events. Every single year, Canadians across the country gather at locally operated events to run and raise money and awareness for cancer research.

U of R, Métis government sign deal to verify Métis citizenship
The agreement establishes a process for the university to work directly with MN-S to confirm citizenship when students, staff or researchers apply for Métis-specific opportunities.

Rain, hail dumped on southeast Sask. in 'not uncommon' September storm
Conditions are expected to clear up early next week, but parts of the province can still expect "multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms" Saturday and Sunday, according to Environment Canada.

REAL District CEO in talks with Chappell Roan's management team
REAL CEO Rick Bennett has been talking with Chappell Roan's team about having her perform in Regina. He also said parking hassles are expected Saturday with several events on the schedule at the REAL District.

Teens facing charges after 11-year-old boy robbed in Regina: Police
Police said the two teens, ages 13 and 18, are each facing a charge of robbery in connection with the incident on Wednesday, and they both appeared in Regina Provincial Court on Thursday morning.

Tech founders, mentors, investors network at Startup Summit 2025
Startup Summit 2025 provides founders with sessions and workshops designed to accelerate learning on topics like building process to scale, hiring and compensation, team building and performance mentality.

Kids at Regina General Hospital meet superheroes during fundraiser
Members of the Regina Police Service SWAT team were dressed up as Batman, Superman, Deadpool, Captain America and Star-Lord as they rappelled down the hospital's courtyard on Wednesday.

Sask. coach, firefighter grateful for nearly $100k raised after cancer diagnosis
Jay Ott, better known in the Lumsden area as "Coach Jay," was diagnosed with stage-three throat and neck cancer at the start of August, and has been undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments.

New government playground equipment grant opens to Sask. schools
The provincial government has committed $3.75 million annually over the next four years for new playground equipment for about 75 schools across the province. Applications for schools opened Tuesday.

One man dead, one injured after residential fire on Fourth Avenue
Regina Fire responded to a structure fire early Sunday morning in the Coventry Place neighbourhood. The man's death has been deemed "non-criminal" according to the Regina Police Service.

Food banks in Regina and Vancouver launch cross-province trade to help fight hunger
The Regina Food Bank and Vancouver Food Bank are working together to help fill a gap in products on their shelves and get rid of their own surplus by trading truckloads of locally grown goods.

Regina 'Survivor' contestant Jake Latimer calls time on series the 'experience of a lifetime'
Latimer applied for a spot on 'Survivor' after seeing an ad at work. He currently works as a corrections officer in Alberta, a role which he said set him up with a variety of skills for the show.

Indigenous artists asked to contribute to MMIWG2S+ commemorative site in Regina
Applications for the MMIWG2S+ tribute project in Māmowimīwēyitamōwin Park are open to professional artists who are First Nations, Métis or Inuit, with preference given to those from Treaty 4 territory.

Regina police officer shoots dog during attack
RPS said the officer had minor injuries after being attacked by a dog which was not on a leash in a back alley in Regina on Saturday. They then fired at the animal, resulting in its death.

City of Regina's new budget process aims to boost trust and transparency
The changes are intended to give councillors more time decide and also inform the public early in the budget process, with five meetings this fall for forecasts, before final decisions in December.

Former hockey coach Bernie Lynch's day parole voided for contacting victim
The former junior hockey coach was put on day parole in May when his victim reported to the RCMP he got a friend request from Bernie Lynch, who was ordered not to directly or indirectly contact the victim.

Regina, Moose Jaw lift voluntary water conservation advisory
Residents were asked to conserve water following a power outage at the Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Plant on Tuesday night. The outage led to a reduction in the water supply to customers.

University of Regina Students' Union to vote on dissolution
After the University of Regina ended the students' union's leases and stopped passing on fees, the group is set to hold a meeting on Sept. 24 to vote on dissolving the organization.

Council passes proposed 2026 mill rate increase for water network expansion
City administration said council is obligated to pay for the project, but council will make a final decision on payment in December. The proposed increase would cost an average household less than $30 per year.

Regina police briefs: Two men face firearms charges, another arrested for evading police in high-speed chase
When officers approached the vehicle, they commanded the driver to exit. The driver fled the scene again, sped through the city's centre, where he ran a red light and nearly hit another vehicle.

Rider Nation, Bomber fans bring costumes, rivalry to Labour Day Classic
From pirates to ponchos, fans filled Mosaic Stadium with costumes and tailgating traditions as Rider and Bomber supporters celebrated the Labour Day Classic in Regina.

Rider Store packed as fans stock up before Labour Day Classic
Fans were filling bags with squishy melons, hats and jerseys getting ready for the Labour Day Classic game on Sunday, while others were chowing down on a Green and White or Bomber burger at Buskwakkers.

Man charged after copper wire theft in Regina: RCMP
A man has been charged with theft from an industrial compound in Regina and RCMP is investigating other recent break-ins at several businesses and industrial compounds to see if they are connected.

City of Regina to explore homeless encampment options, designated sites
Regina city councillor Victoria Flores said the ultimate goal remains to provide housing to those experiencing homelessness. She also said that a designated site could provide a measure of safety.

University of Regina prof's experimental film wins RIFFA award
Mark Wihak took home the Saskatchewan Short Film Award at this year's Regina International Film Festival, which ran from Aug. 19 to 23. The documentary captured one year of the filmmaker's life.

U of R welcomes more than 500 first-year students on move-in day
New students arrived at the U of R residences this week, sharing nerves, excitement and hopes for the year ahead as staff, parents and volunteers worked to ensure the whole process went smoothly.

Hotels feeling the crunch with Labour Day Classic and canoe kayak nationals
With both the Labour Day Classic and the Canoe Kayak Sprint Nationals taking place over the long weekend in Regina, hotels in the Queen City are "absolutely full," according to the Regina Hotels Association.

Shovels in the ground at new Harbour Landing School site after years of demand
After years of overcrowded classrooms, construction has officially begun on a new joint-use elementary school in Regina's Harbour Landing neighbourhood, which is expected to open in 2027.

Fizzing up: Sask. businesses cash in on the dirty soda carbonation craze
Dirty sodas originated in Utah, around Mormonism, where people don't drink tea, coffee or alcohol - but do drink pop. Now, the drink is popping up in Saskatchewan, and businesses are capitalizing on the fad.

Wildlife rescue dealing with growing problem of drivers hitting geese
Wildlife Rescue Society of Saskatchewan said it is getting more calls about people hitting geese with their vehicles or bikes. While some are deliberate attacks, most are from distracted driving.

Hospitals of Regina Foundation unveils most valuable grand prize fall showhome to date
Ripplinger Homes built the $1.7 million prize home, which comes fully furnished, decorated and landscaped, in the Creeks. Proceeds from the lottery will go toward hospitals and health care facilities in Regina.