Month: August 2016

Man leads Toronto-area police on wrong-way highway chase

By The Canadian Press, August 18, 2016  WHITBY, Ont. — A 31-year-old man faces multiple charges after leading police on a chase going the wrong way on a highway east of Toronto. Durham Regional police say they received a call from provincial police about a possible drunk driver in a van on Highway 401 around… Continue reading Man leads Toronto-area police on wrong-way highway chase

Saskatoon Blades Planning “Thank You, Mr. Hockey” Day

By Saskatoon Blades Staff, SaskatoonBlades.com, August 18, 2016  The Saskatoon Blades are honoured to announce a special celebration of Saskatoon’s favourite son, Gordie Howe. The Blades have arranged for the Howe family to come to Saskatoon September 25, for “Thank You, Mr. Hockey” day, when several events will be staged in our city in honour… Continue reading Saskatoon Blades Planning “Thank You, Mr. Hockey” Day

Rally for Colten Boushie planned ahead of court appearance for man accused of shooting him

By Devin Heroux, CBC News, August 18, 2016  Gerald Stanley charged with 2nd-degree murder in connection with slaying in rural Saskatchewan A bail hearing for a second-degree murder case that has sparked a heated racial debate in Saskatchewan will be heard today. Gerald Stanley, 54, is charged with second-degree murder in connection with a shooting… Continue reading Rally for Colten Boushie planned ahead of court appearance for man accused of shooting him

Disaster Assistance Funding Available

By Town of Kindersley, August 17, 2016  Has your property been damaged (i.e. basement flooding) as a result of excessive wind or rainfall this summer? The Town of Kindersley is working with Kindersley insurance providers to determine if the community qualifies for funding assistance through the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP). For information about PDAP,… Continue reading Disaster Assistance Funding Available

Cars roar into Saskatoon for 50th anniversary of the Saskatchewan International Raceway

By CBC News, August 18, 2016  Up to 275 cars are expected to race during the anniversary weekend Drag racing cars and drivers are arriving in Saskatoon as the Saskatchewan International Raceway’s celebrates its 50th anniversary. “Fifty years of heritage gives us a lot of people to draw from, so we’re looking forward to it,” Tom… Continue reading Cars roar into Saskatoon for 50th anniversary of the Saskatchewan International Raceway

Regina Cougars: Women's soccer countdown

By Regina Cougars Staff, ReginaCougars.com, August 18, 2016 It’s the last day of training camp before the University of Regina women’s soccer team takes on Winnipeg in pre-season action, and therefore we’re ready to take a look at the team’s forwards. The Cougars have a young lineup up front, as third-year forward Brianna Wright (pictured)… Continue reading Regina Cougars: Women's soccer countdown

Kindersley Roller Derby: Jo Toye

Kindersley Roller Derby We are a derby association located in Kindersley, Saskatchewan. We are a relatively new group with a lot of dedicated members Derby Member Spotlight – Jo Toye Derby Team: Crude Hitters   Your Name:  Jo Toye   Do you have any athletic experience?:  Yes.   Do you have any skating experience?:  Yes.   Do… Continue reading Kindersley Roller Derby: Jo Toye

Photography Tips: Figure Ground Relationship – Composition Tool

By Joseph Parry, DIYPhotography.com, August 14, 2016  FIGURE GROUND RELATIONSHIP – A KEY COMPOSITION TOOL What is Figure Ground Relationship? Figure Ground Relationship is the relationship of the subject you wish the viewer to focus on and how it relates to the background / foreground. Most people refer to this as a “Silhouette” however it… Continue reading Photography Tips: Figure Ground Relationship – Composition Tool