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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‘Only the start:’ Treaty Land Sharing Network looks to build bridges between farmers, Indigenous community
Half a decade ago, Bladworth-area producer Mary Smillie sat at a small gathering. It was following the death of Battlefords-area’s Colten Boushie - and the acquittal of Gerald Stanley - and it f...
Jul 18, 2021
Smoke, intense heat to continue in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan won't be getting a break from heat and smoke anytime soon. As of Sunday morning, about 160 fires are burning throughout the province. The smoke also led to air quality advisories across c...
Jul 18, 2021 Special air quality statements due to wildfire smoke remained in place in Saskatchewan. (980 CJME file photo)
Wildfires turn canoe trip into helicopter rescue
The next time Kathy Jones heads out for a canoe trip in the backcountry, she'll make sure somebody knows. She was part of a group canoeing in northern Saskatchewan when nearby wildfires forced them to...
Jul 17, 2021 A wildfire burns near the community of Dillon. (Joe Chanalquay/Facebook)
After a lengthy absence caused by pandemic, Rider fans return to Mosaic Stadium
Les Staff has no problem keeping a long-distance relationship with his beloved Saskatchewan Roughriders. He's originally from this province but now lives in Vancouver. On Saturday morning, he was back...
Jul 17, 2021 Spectators were welcomed back to Mosaic Stadium to watch the Saskatchewan Roughriders practice on July 17, 2021. It was the first time since November 2019 that there were fans in attendance for football of any kind at the stadium.
Saskatchewan wildfires causing evacuations, highway closures
The number of wildfires in Saskatchewan is growing and that's causing highways to close and communities and recreational campgrounds to be evacuated. Steve Roberts, the vice-president of operations fo...
Jul 16, 2021
Dozens of COVID tickets still waiting for court in Saskatchewan
Less than half of the tickets relating to violations of Saskatchewan's public health orders under the COVID-19 pandemic have been resolved. According to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice, 265 charg...
Jul 16, 2021 People's Party of Canada Leader Maxime Bernier speaks to a crowd in Regina's Victoria Park on May 8, 2021. (980 CJME file photo)
Latest COVID update July 16: 20 new cases, 2 deaths announced
Twenty new cases of COVID-19 and two new deaths were announced in Saskatchewan on Friday. The new deaths are the first reported in the province since one was announced Sunday. To date, 575 Saskatchewa...
Jul 16, 2021 (Sheena Roszell/650 CKOM file photo)
Sask. wildfires rising, less than 10% contained
An update on the current wildfire situation in Saskatchewan reveals only 12 of 128 active wildfires are considered contained. The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) released their wildfire updat...
Jul 15, 2021
Heat, lack of moisture continue to hinder crops in Saskatchewan
The hot, dry weather continues to take its toll on crops in Saskatchewan. In its weekly report, the Ministry of Agriculture said crops throughout the province "will have their yields and quality sever...
Jul 15, 2021 (Ministry of Agriculture/Submitted)
Heat warnings issued for nearly all of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan is back under the extreme heat, with Environment Canada issuing heat warnings for nearly every region of the province. Meteorologist Eric Dykes says daytime highs could reach the mid-30s ...
Jul 15, 2021
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Sarah Mills: The president has tested the faithful
The may be some who worship U.S. President Donald Trump, but like the Beatles before him, Sarah Mills says the president...
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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...