Saskatchewan man sentenced to 17 years for child abuse

Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 6:21 pm more...

In a stern judicial response to heinous crimes, a Saskatchewan man was handed a 17-year prison sentence after being convicted of child abuse offenses across several communities. The sentencing underscores the legal system’s uncompromising stance on protecting children and delivering severe penalties for such atrocious conduct.

theglobeandmail.com / Man sentenced to 17 years for child abuse in Saskatchewan communities

thestar.com / Man sentenced to 17 years for child abuse in Saskatchewan communities

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 2 days ago #crime #law #justice #saskatchewan +

Rising Measles Cases Spark Saskatchewan Health Officials’ Alert

Friday, May 16, 2025, 1:21 pm more...

Saskatchewan health officials are sounding the alarm as measles cases steadily increase across the province. The chief medical health officer stressed the urgent need for improved vaccination uptake and public vigilance, as authorities work to control the outbreak and prevent further spread of the disease.

winnipegfreepress.com / The science is crystal-clear; anti-vax thinking is anything but

thestar.com / Growth in measles cases in Saskatchewan troubling, says chief medical health officer

cp24.com/ / LIVE: Sask. chief medical health officer speaks about measles - CP24

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 7 days ago #provincial #saskatchewan #measels #health +

Regina Authorities Relocate Tree-Dwelling Bear Amid Urban Concerns

Monday, May 12, 2025, 1:22 pm more...

In an unusual urban wildlife incident, Regina police tranquilized a bear found perched in a city tree and relocated it for observation out of town. The incident, which momentarily turned heads and raised eyebrows, underscores the unpredictability of nature even amid metropolitan routine.

globalnews.ca / Bear found in Regina tree tranquillized, moved out of city, police say

thestar.com / Bear found in Regina tree tranquillized, moved out of city: police

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 11 days ago #urban #saskatchewan #canada #animals +

Saskatchewan NDP Pushes Bill Aimed at Blocking Province’s Separation Ambitions

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 7:21 pm more...

In a bold political move, Saskatchewan’s Opposition NDP introduced a bill to make it tougher for citizens to trigger a province-sized secession. Critics quip that stopping separation might be as tricky as nailing jelly to a wall, yet the proposal is stirring up serious debate.

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globalnews.ca / Sask. NDP introduces bill to change referendum legislation

theglobeandmail.com / NDP bill looks to make it harder for Saskatchewan to separate from Canada

thestar.com / NDP bill looks to make it harder for Saskatchewan to separate from Canada

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 15 days ago #politics #provincial #ndp #saskatchewan +

Saskatchewan NDP proposes anti-separation bill to prevent split sentiment controversy

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 4:21 pm more...

In Saskatchewan, the opposition NDP is preparing a private member’s bill designed to amend referendum rules and challenge emerging calls for separation. Touted with the phrase “Keep Saskatchewan in Canada,” the proposal is widely seen as a politically charged move aimed at reinforcing provincial unity amid growing separatist rhetoric.

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theglobeandmail.com / Saskatchewan NDP to introduce anti-separation bill that aims to amend rules

thestar.com / Saskatchewan NDP to introduce anti-separation bill that aims to amend rules

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 17 days ago #politics #provincial #ndp #saskatchewan +

Historic Theatre Revival Efforts in the Prairies

Sunday, May 4, 2025, 9:20 am more...

Local entrepreneur David Stupnikoff is determined to restore the cherished Princess Theatre, a storied cultural landmark in the Prairies. Driven by nostalgic community memories and deep local passion, plans are underway to breathe new life into this historic venue and spark a broader cultural revival.

calgaryherald.com / Entrepreneurs working to find funds to restore historic theatres across the Prairies

citynews.ca / Entrepreneurs working to find funds to restore historic theatres across the Prairies

thestar.com / Entrepreneurs working to find funds to restore historic theatres across the Prairies

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 19 days ago #rural #culture #saskatchewan #albert +

Saskatchewan separation vote stirs political debate

Thursday, May 1, 2025, 3:21 pm more...

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has reinforced his support for Canadian unity despite calls for a plebiscite on separation. Moe’s remarks, insisting residents may trigger legislative action, have fueled a heated regional debate marked by equal parts defiance and incredulity.

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globalnews.ca / Moe says he’s Canadian but wouldn’t stop vote on Saskatchewan separating from Canada

nationalpost.com / Saskatchewan premier says he wouldn’t stop vote on separating from Canada

theglobeandmail.com / Moe says he’s Canadian but wouldn’t stop vote on Saskatchewan separating from Canada

thestar.com / Moe says he's Canadian but wouldn't stop vote on Saskatchewan separating from Canada

permalink / 4 stories from sources in 22 days ago #politics #provincial #saskatchewan #protest +