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 ...
Tag Archives: Regina
COVID-19 restrictions throwing a wrench into social assistance supports
Many people are lamenting not being able to go to a theatre or to a bar these days, but for some, what they're losing through the public health restrictions is a lot more serious. On a normal day, Jen...
Apr 03, 2020 Jenna Hamilton (left) and Raylynn Pritchard work at Thomas Circle of Care, a social assistance organization, and say they're worried about their clients who can't get their programming amid COVID-19 restrictions. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
Regina man builds ventilator prototype from spare parts
With more spare time to tinker in his garage after a day of working at home, one Regina man has come up with a prototype for a simple ventilator system. Harry Onagi worked as a respiratory therapist t...
Apr 03, 2020 Harry Onagi is a former respiratory therapist in Regina who built a simple working prototype model of a ventilator in his garage. (Adriana Christianson/980 CJME)
Hearts, chalk messages spread hope around the city
From homemade hearts to Easter decorations, painted windows and friendly sidewalk chalk messages, neighbours are finding new ways to lift peoples' spirits on walks. With playgrounds and sports sites c...
Apr 02, 2020
City of Regina wants province to go further with restrictions
The City of Regina would like to see the province implement a stay-at-home order in Saskatchewan. "We have sent a letter to the province about this and they are aware of our concern and our position,"...
Apr 01, 2020 Regina Mayor Michael Fougere. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
Salvation Army filling the gap with lunches after schools close
It has been almost two weeks since schools in Saskatchewan closed and that has left a gap for many kids -- and not just when it comes to learning. Many kids relied on schools for a hot lunch and, with...
Apr 01, 2020 Gord Wilson (left) and Corey Nissen with the Salvation Army Haven of Hope help to hand out bagged lunches to people in need on March 26, 2020. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
Jamie Nye: Saskatchewan never ceases to amaze
Tuesday was a good day -- a day we needed. The Rawlco Radio Day of Caring for the Saskatoon and Regina food banks showed once again the spirit of Saskatchewan. Usually in a time of crisis, we can come...
Apr 01, 2020
Many in Saskatchewan are sharing during the Day of Caring
The Regina and Saskatoon food banks are seeing the benefit of Saskatchewan generosity. As of 5 p.m., Rawlco Radio's Day of Caring had raised $1,475,405 for the two food banks. It's in response to the ...
Mar 31, 2020 (Regina Food Bank/Submitted)
Regina mayor says some people weren't following social distancing in parks
Regina Mayor Michael Fougere says people need to take social distancing seriously, even when the weather gets warmer. Fougere said he both walked and drove through Wascana Park on the weekend and coul...
Mar 31, 2020 Regina Mayor Michael Fougere. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
Day of Caring today for Regina and Saskatoon food banks
COVID-19 is already putting a lot of pressure on the Regina and Saskatoon food banks and they need help. Demand is already up seven per cent in Regina and four per cent in Saskatoon. If that keeps inc...
Mar 30, 2020 (Regina Food Bank/Submitted)
Regina company able to stay in business thanks to 'sneeze guards'
COVID-19 has been tough on Regina's Lonnie Maier and Davey Plastics, just as it has been on other businesses. Maier was on the verge of laying off workers due to the economic slowdown that has resulte...
Mar 30, 2020 (Davey Plastics/Facebook)
OPINION
Murray Wood: Going to seed, in a good way
Murray Wood says seed sales are taking off this spring. Food prices are likely convincing some to grow their own vegetab...
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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...