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REGINA NEWS
tawâw School opens in Regina's north end, 470 students welcomed
Students said the new school feels like a "breath of fresh air." The public side opened for the fall school year, while the Catholic side is set to open in early 2026, adding roughly 500 more students.
'Heart-wrenching' screams after Regina police shooting: neighbour
Regina police say two of its officers shot someone during an investigation on Thursday night in the Spruce Meadows neighbourhood. The Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team is now investigating.
Thom Trojans wear Scott jerseys to honour athletes who joined their team
The Thom Trojans players wore Scott jerseys to recognize three Scott athletes who joined their team after Scott was unable to form its own senior boys team, sending a clear message of inclusivity.
Girl and two boys facing charges after bear spray incident at Regina school
School resource officers were dispatched to a school on Fines Drive at around 10 a.m. for a weapons call. Police did not name the school, but the address corresponds with F.W. Johnston Collegiate.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
'Honour their ancestry': Michif pre-K in Battleford builds momentum after first year
The Mischif Pre-K program drew in the wider Battlefords school community. Students took part in Métis song and dance - from jigging to playing spoons, and listening to stories from knowledge keepers.
Highway named to honour one of original Treaty 4 signers
Highway 201 will be named to honour Chief Kahkewistahaw, who was one of the original signers of Treaty 4 on Sept. 15, 1874. The highway will now have a dual designation.
Premier Scott Moe makes a surprise visit to Denare Beach
In an unexpected visit to Denare Beach, Premier Scott Moe talked about how the province can support mental health needs for residents, along with financial assistance to help with the rebuild.
Roche Percee's mayor uses humour to address coyote encounters
Village of Roche Percee Mayor Jay Riedel has woven humor into recent coyote sightings. According to the mayor, the cameras have captured unusual images, including a coyote on roller skates with rockets attached.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, Sept. 26
Evan chats about the busy week in politics with Brian Lilley, political columnist. Belton Johnson shares another delicious recipe. Evan highlights an event celebrating current and former Indigenous NHL players.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, Sept. 26
Toronto Star Mike Wilner breaks down what could be the fallout after the final weekend of the MLB season, former New York Islander Rich Pilon discusses a celebration of Indigenous hockey legends on Sept. 30.
SPORTS
Riders head to Edmonton to take on Elks as final stretch begins
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are getting closer to clinching a home playoff spot but ahead of a game against the Elks, the team is focused on starting to round into form ahead of the postseason.
Pats lose to Raiders as Schultz, Pue make home debut
The Regina Pats made their home debuts on Friday against the Prince Albert Raiders. While WHL fans in Regina got a chance to see the top two prospects for the first time together, it ended in a loss.
Sam Emilus, Shawn Bane Jr. return to Riders lineup against Elks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have released their depth chart for Saturday's game against the Edmonton Elks. Slotback Sam Emilus and wide receiver Shawn Bane Jr. both are back for the Green and White.
Thom Trojans wear Scott jerseys to honour athletes who joined their team
The Thom Trojans players wore Scott jerseys to recognize three Scott athletes who joined their team after Scott was unable to form its own senior boys team, sending a clear message of inclusivity.
CANADA & WORLD
An Alberta farm is home to Beef, the world's tallest steer
Guinness World Records announced Beef as the world's tallest living steer at 1.95 metres tall (six foot five), edging out by one centimetre the record held by an Oregon steer named Romeo.
Statue of rock n' roll queen Tina Turner unveiled in Tennessee community where she grew up
The statue shows Turner with her signature wild hairdo and holding a microphone, as if she was singing on stage. Sculptor Fred Ajanogha said he tried to capture her flexibility of movement on stage.
Airstrikes and shooting kill at least 57 people in Gaza as Israel ignores demands for a ceasefire
Israeli strikes and gunfire killed at least 57 people across Gaza, health officials said Saturday, as international pressure grows for a ceasefire but Israel's leader remains defiant about continuing the war.
Carney says international meetings are 'necessary' to opening new markets
Mark Carney said his meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was to ensure the two leaders are on track to make progress on economic and security measures they agreed to during a June meeting in Ottawa.
AGRICULTURE
Alberta ag company penalized for serious workplace injury
The incident occurred on the side of a highway in 2023. A worker unhitched an air seeder tank from a tractor, but the tank rolled back and the worker was seriously injured while attempting to stop it.
Sask. harvest 68% complete, but lagging behind long-term averages: Crop report
According to the weekly crop report from the Ministry of Agriculture, progress on this year's harvest is lagging behind the five-year average of 83 per cent and the 10-year average of 72 per cent.
Beef prices to stay high for 'next couple of years': Cattle association
Joleen Shea said she expects prices will stay high for some time, as ranchers need to replenish their herds before the supply will be able to meet the consumer demand, allowing prices to level off.
CCGA to increase interest-free canola advance payments
For 2025, farmers can apply for up to $1 million in financing with up to $500,000 interest free, and the remaining at CCGA's interest-bearing rate of prime less 0.25 per cent.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Poems for $1: Meet the Saskatchewan girl selling kindness by the line
Genevieve Lacelle is only nine, but her poems are already brightening lives - and selling out fast. This young girl is bringing joy to her local flower market, one handwritten verse at a time.
Northern skies, family ties: The Paceys and the legendary Beaver
A father-son duo is keeping an iconic floatplane soaring over the wilds of northern Saskatchewan. This story is about more than flying - it's about family, grit and a legacy that refuses to land.
Artists wanted: YXE community colouring book accepting submissions
A Saskatoon artist is turning colouring into community action. Submit your art, share your vision of a better world and help create a book that heals, inspires - and gives back.
Once upon a classroom: A touch of Tinkerbell at Wildwood School
Emma Tink grew up dreaming of being a teacher. Now, she's living that dream in her Saskatoon classroom, creating tiny fairy-tale moments of learning and growth, one student at a time.
