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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Former Sask. premier speaks out as carbon tax increases
The federal carbon tax increased from $20 to $30 per tonne Wednesday. Former Saskatchewan premier Brad Wall was a guest on Gormley and said opponents of the tax were not opposed to some sort of price ...
Apr 01, 2020
Student learning resumes as Sask. schools remain closed
Saskatchewan's classrooms are getting back up and running, albeit in a virtual way. On Friday, it was announced teachers would get back to work following a "pause" in learning due to the closures of s...
Apr 01, 2020
Snowfall warning issued for eastern Saskatchewan
A snowfall warning is in effect for the eastern part of Saskatchewan. According to Environment Canada, "a strengthening low pressure system will track northward out of the Dakotas today, giving heavy ...
Apr 01, 2020
‘We feel kind of left in the dark:’ Battlefords, P.A. mayors address COVID-19 concerns
As all of Saskatchewan adjusts to life in the COVID-19 global pandemic, some in the smaller, tight-knit communities have concerns as the virus continues to spread. 650 CKOM spoke to three mayors in th...
Mar 31, 2020
Eight new COVID-19 cases increase Sask. total to 184, with 21 recovered
Saskatchewan recorded Tuesday its lowest single-day total of new COVID-19 cases over the past seven days. The provincial government announced there were eight new cases, bringing the total number of c...
Mar 31, 2020 Premier Scott Moe (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
SHA says thanks, but no thanks to some DIY donations
Some in Saskatchewan have been putting together their own do-it-yourself (DIY) medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic for those on the frontlines, but the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) ca...
Mar 30, 2020
Saskatchewan reports its first two deaths due to COVID-19
Saskatchewan's name was added Monday to the list of provinces that have reported deaths due to COVID-19. The Saskatchewan government announced two people in their 70s had died Sunday of complications ...
Mar 30, 2020 Saskatchewan's Chief Medical Health Officer, Dr. Saqib Shahab (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
Crop insurance deadline extended by two weeks in Sask.
Saskatchewan producers interested in crop insurance coverage for 2020 have been given an extension to decide if they want to participate in the program. In a media release Monday, federal Agriculture ...
Mar 30, 2020 (Jake Leguee/Submitted)
Stolen vehicle chase leads to first criminal charge under new COVID-19 law
It was one alleged car thief too many in the Loon Lake area on Friday afternoon. Now, that 11th person has led the RCMP to laying Saskatchewan's first criminal charge of disobeying a public health ord...
Mar 29, 2020 (980 CJME file photo)
Despite COVID-19, Girl Guide cookies still available thanks to business community
For those with a sweet tooth, the COVID-19 pandemic won't be getting in the way of a box of Girl Guide cookies. The girls are being advised to practise social distancing, which means no door-to-door s...
Mar 29, 2020
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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...