Murray Wood: Is this one of those times when money might be better in the government's pockets?
Windfall profits on oil are prompting a break in the federal fuel excise, but Saskatchewan isn't following suit. Murray ...
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‘There’s nobody. The streets are empty:’ city archivist gives a look at Saskatoon during the Spanish flu
As we continue to tread into uncharted territory with the COVID-19 global pandemic, Saskatoon’s city archivist gave 650 CKOM a glimpse into the past with how the city, and province, dealt with t...
Mar 26, 2020
SRNA processing hundreds of inquiries about emergency licences
One week ago, the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses Association (SRNA) put out an urgent call to its eligible members -- including retired nurses, non-practising nurses, and grad nurses -- to register fo...
Mar 26, 2020
“They basically said, ‘leave:’” U of S students pushed out of dorms early under ‘frantic’ conditions
As University of Saskatchewan (U of S) students quickly cleaned and moved out of their dorms Wednesday, new students filled their areas immediately. That left many with questions, as a series of email...
Mar 26, 2020
Astronaut Chris Hadfield offers self-isolation advice
Retired Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield knows a thing or two about self-isolation. During his career, Hadfield spent more than 160 days in space and became the first Canadian to command the Internat...
Mar 26, 2020
Veterinarians could loan ventilators to Saskatchewan hospitals
Saskatchewan hospitals could be picking up extra ventilators from veterinary clinics to deal with the COVID-19 crisis. The equipment is vital in treating severe cases of the virus. Dr. Ian Sandler, a ...
Mar 26, 2020
City to look to youth in battle with COVID-19 following Wednesday meeting
As the City of Saskatoon continues to deal with its strategy for COVID-19, it wants to make sure youth are involved in the ongoing battle. During a special governance and priorities committee meeting ...
Mar 25, 2020
SHA says two participants at snowmobile rally supper tested positive for COVID-19
Two people who attended the Lakeland Snowmobile Club Wilderness Rally Supper in Christopher Lake have tested positive for COVID-19. The Saskatchewan Health Authority issued a public service announceme...
Mar 25, 2020
Money for new lab will help VIDO produce more vaccines faster
The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization — International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) on the University of Saskatchewan campus has been at the forefront when it comes to developing a va...
Mar 24, 2020
Farmer with large online following, discusses life during pandemic
A farmer with a large online following joined Gormley to share his thoughts on life during the COVID-19 pandemic, but with a positive spin. Quick Dick McDick, who has more than 30-thousand subscribers...
Mar 24, 2020
Snowfall warnings lifted for east-central Sask.
Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning for Saskatoon just before 10 p.m. Monday night. By noon Tuesday all warnings had been dropped The weather agency said it was tracking a low pressure system...
Mar 23, 2020
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Sarah Mills: The president has tested the faithful
There may be some who worship U.S. President Donald Trump, but like the Beatles before him, Sarah Mills says the preside...
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The Evan Bray Show - Wednesday, April 15
8:30 - With a clear majority now secured, Mark Carney no longer has to bargain to survive confidence votes and can focus...