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Misha Pavelick's killer will serve prison time in adult custody
Various assessments of the man who killed Misha Pavelick concluded he had a conduct disorder and that his cognition and maturity levels may have been lower than average at the time and currently.

Multiple sclerosis patient wishes funding for Regina clinic came sooner
About 4,000 people in Saskatchewan are living with multiple sclerosis (MS).The provincial budget set aside $2.3 million for a new MS clinic to be built to serve the Queen City and southern Saskatchewan.

'Cruelty every day': Misha Pavelick's family shares grief at sentencing hearing
Sorrow, frustration and love were expressed in court on Tuesday as family members of Misha Pavelick gave their victim impact statements at the sentencing hearing for the man convicted of killing him.

Downtown Regina business says parking fee hike latest thing to weather
The co-owner of The Cure Kitchen + Bar says the City of Regina's 50 cent/hour hike in on-street parking rates makes it even harder to compete with suburban businesses that have free parking lots.

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.

Sentencing arguments expected to start for man convicted in Misha Pavelick's murder
Sentencing arguments for the man convicted in November 2025 of killing Misha Pavelick in 2006 will include how much time he should serve, and also whether he should be sentenced as an adult or a youth.

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.

Man falls through ice trying to rescue his runaway dog in Regina
Regina fire crews rescued a man who fell through unstable ice on Wascana Creek near McKell Wascana Conservation Park on Friday while trying to get his dog. Both the owner and canine were not injured.

VIDEO: Regina 21-year-old facing drug, gun charges after RCMP bust
A 21-year-old Regina man was arrested earlier this month after Saskatchewan RCMP teams obtained and executed a search warrant on a Gordon Road home, leading to the seizure of a significant amount of drugs.

Regina public school band changes strike sour note with Sask. music groups
Saskatchewan music groups are raising concerns about planned changes to the Regina Public Schools elementary band program, urging the division to consider further consultation.

Derelict properties in Regina to be targeted by higher property taxes
Regina's city council went against a recommendation from administration, voting to charge owners of nuisance and derelict properties five times the normal property tax as an incentive to fix them up.

Annual Z99 Radiothon raises $413,607 for Regina's NICU
The 39th annual Z99 Radiothon for Regina's NICU has raised $413,607 - more than $12 million in total over the past nearly four decades for sick babies in Regina and southern Saskatchewan.

$1.5 million from hospital foundation to fund U of R pediatric and maternal research
The Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation said the University of Regina was the first to receive funding, for maternal and pediatric research at its Child Trauma Research Centre.

Phone scam defrauds Regina victim almost $5k
Regina police said a person in the city has recently fallen victim to a phone scam that cost them nearly $5,000. The organization is reminding people to be on guard and never send money to someone you don't know.

Regina Transit fare increase clears final hurdle
A 10 per cent increase to Regina Transit fares has passed and will take effect on April 8, despite a last-minute rally to change the minds of councillors. The new cash fare will be $3.50, or $3.20 when paid electronically.

Regina library board to search for new path after final 'no' on debt financing
Regina city council has given some clarity to the library board, saying the debt funding approval from a previous council still needed budget approval to become an official project - and there's simply no debt room.

Z99 Radiothon returns on Thursday for 39th year, supporting Regina's NICU
Z99 Morning Show hosts Justin, Wheels and Shauna Foster will broadcast live from the Cornwall Centre from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m., raising money for the Hospitals of Regina Foundation, in support of the NICU.

Health care workers threaten job action after years spent trying to strike contract
While at a rally at the Legislative Building on Wednesday, the president of CUPE Health Care Workers said contract negotiations have stalled for more than three years.

Regina kids bring Water for Elephants to Regina stage in Canadian premiere
More than 40 performers aged nine to 18 are taking part in the Regina production of Water of Elephants, which will mark the first time the musical has been performed in Canada.

Humane society head confident Regina can promote responsible pet ownership
Despite administration's concerns about infringing on provincial jurisdiction, the Regina Humane Society says it can help reduce problem animal cases by promoting responsible ownership.

'Lack of transparency' on data centre development: RM of Sherwood resident
A person who lives less than a kilometre away from the proposed site for the future Bell Canada AI data centre said he doesn't know if his and his neighbours concerns will be addressed.

Would-be burglar discovered in chimney stack injured by police dog in Regina
"Officers conducted a search of the premises; however, no individuals were located inside the business. A suspect was subsequently located hiding in a chimney stack of an adjoining building."

Potential threat to Regina high school unfounded: Police
"The Regina Police Service takes all reports of potential threats to school safety seriously and works closely with local school boards to maintain a safe environment for all," the police force said.

Water, power, noise: Experts weigh in on Sask. data centre concerns
The announcement of an AI data centre to be built just outside Regina city limits is raising public concerns about its environmental impact. We asked experts to break down the potential issues.

Delay of three important Regina school projects brings challenges
One of the decisions in the provincial budget, Regina Public Schools says, is the delay of a new elementary school and high school in Regina's Towns neighbourhood, and renovation of Campbell Collegiate.

Burglary forces Regina coffee shop to close on Sunday
A break-in at 33 1/3 Coffee Roasters, in Regina's Cathedral neighbourhood, forced the shop to close on Sunday, with electronics stolen and damage left behind impacting a busy day.

Regina police briefs: Teen charged with assault with a weapon
A 16-year-old boy was charged with assault with a weapon after an attack in the Walsh Acres neighbourhood and officers are investigating a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian in North Central.

Army ramps up recruiting with Regina open house event
Canadian Armed Forces members showcased careers at a Regina Armoury open house on Saturday, as officials point to global tensions and a growing need for recruits across multiple roles.

Health authority warns of measles exposure on March 9 flight from Vancouver to Regina
"If you were on the listed flight or at the Regina airport at the stated times, please monitor for measles symptoms for up to 21 days after possible exposure," the health authority said in a statement.

Regina to consider adding responsible pet ownership in review of animal bylaw
After complaints that a review of Regina's animal bylaw doesn't go far enough in the changes it recommends, a second phase of the review will broaden the scope to include prevention.

Regina police respond to two serious single-vehicle crashes Wednesday night
Regina police responded to two lone-vehicle crashes on Wednesday evening on Ring Road, one leaving the driver dead and the other taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Regina's mayor pleased with revenue sharing but wants more flexibility
Reacting to the provincial budget, Regina mayor Chad Bachynski is pleased that the province's revenue sharing formula is continuing, without strings, when cities are challenged by limits on generating revenue.

Bell Canada, Saskatchewan government partner on data centre project outside Regina
Construction on the facility in the RM of Sherwood is expected to begin this spring, with the first stage of the project planned to be up and running some time in the first half of 2027.

Persian community marks Nowruz in Regina with hope for Iran
Members of Regina's Persian community gathered to celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year, while honouring victims of violence in Iran and expressing hope for a future of freedom.

Economic growth, challenging budget reviewed by Regina's mayor in annual address
In his 2026 State of the City address, Mayor Chad Bachynski said Regina is on the rise with new development, but council had to balance making unpopular but responsible choices during the budget.

Fraudsters siphon more than $1 million from local business: Regina police
A previously convicted fraudster has allegedly funnelled more than $1 million out of his workplace, sending unauthorized payments to himself and another man for two years, according to Regina police.

Higher fines, higher fares, and no more meters: Regina parking changes get green light
City council has approved parking bylaw changes including the removal of parking meters with a non-digital paper voucher option to be sold alongside the Pay by Phone app.

Regina Public Library told no debt room for renewal project
In a setback for plans to renew or replace the Regina Public Library's Central branch, city administration says there's no borrowing room after plans had to be moved forward to upgrade the city's wastewater treatment plant.

Murderer Jason McKay dead in custody weeks after sentence
Jason McKay is dead just two weeks after being sentenced for the second-degree murder of his wife in 2017, according to the Correctional Services of Canada. He was serving life in prison without parole for 17 years.

Regina referee Michael Martorana nears world record at 80 years old
Regina basketball referee, Michael Martorana, officiated what could be the final game needed for a Guinness World Record as the world's oldest active basketball official alongside his son.

VIDEO: Clean up your recycling habits, Regina homeowners warned
The City of Regina says 18 per cent of blue cart recycling contains things it shouldn't - like chip bags, glass or styrofoam - risking jamming up machinery and even fines for residents and the city.

Man charged with punching Regina police officer
Regina police said an officer on patrol stopped the man on March 7 on 6th Avenue East after identifying the vehicle he was driving was unregistered and the man then punched the officer twice.

What is a data centre? Expert explains amid Regina debate
With a proposed Bell AI data centre near Regina sparking concerns about energy use, water consumption and noise, a University of Saskatchewan expert explains what data centres do.








