Month: August 2016

Prince Albert looks to get back 'millions' spent during Husky oil spill

By CBC News, August 10, 2016  Compensation includes city worker salaries, contractors, material costs, and more The City of Prince Albert is beginning to process to recover “millions of dollars” spent on dealing with the Husky Energy oil pipeline spill. On Wednesday, the city said it was starting its claim process seeking financial remuneration from Husky.… Continue reading Prince Albert looks to get back 'millions' spent during Husky oil spill

Saskatchewan golfer Graham DeLaet tees off today in Rio

By CBC News, August 11, 2016  The golfer was sidelined first by anxiety and then an injured back Graham DeLaet hails from Weyburn, Sask., and today he’s golfing on the Rio Olympic course. The game begins this morning and DeLaet will represent Canada in the men’s individual golf category. The athlete is one of just five Saskatchewan competitors in Rio de Janeiro. Read full… Continue reading Saskatchewan golfer Graham DeLaet tees off today in Rio

Jays put Jose Bautista on 15-day disabled list with knee sprain

By Jonas Siegel, The Canadian Press, August 10, 2016  Outfielder Junior Lake from triple-A Buffalo called up to replace injured slugger Jose Bautista is headed back to the 15-day disabled list with a sprained left knee. The Blue Jays outfielder, who only just returned from a stint on the DL, injured the knee as he… Continue reading Jays put Jose Bautista on 15-day disabled list with knee sprain

Severe storm hits northwest of Moose Jaw

By CBC News, August 10, 2016  Thunderstorm moving through central Saskatchewan Environment Canada issued a number of weather alerts Wednesday night as meteorologists tracked a severe storm northwest of Moose Jaw. There was a tornado warning issued for the Rural Municipality of Huron, including the community of Tugaske, Sask., shortly after 7 p.m. CST. That… Continue reading Severe storm hits northwest of Moose Jaw

Crews gain ground on wildfire burning near Nova Scotia national park

By The Canadian Press, August 11, 2016  HALIFAX – Nova Scotia’s Natural Resources department says despite challenging weather conditions, firefighters have gained ground on an out-of-control wildfire near Kejimkujik National Park. The province says crews held the line on Wednesday, making progress on the 350-hectare fire that is now 35 per cent contained. Read full… Continue reading Crews gain ground on wildfire burning near Nova Scotia national park

'It felt like getting hit with a baseball bat,' roofer recalls lightning strike near airport

By Ryan White, CTV News, August 10, 2016  Members of the Calgary Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services were called to a location south of the airport after four people were injured Wednesday afternoon by lightning while working on a metal roof. A roofing crew was atop a building patching the roof when an impending… Continue reading 'It felt like getting hit with a baseball bat,' roofer recalls lightning strike near airport

Penny Oleksiak leads Canada to historic bronze in 4×200 freestyle relay

By Callum Ng, CBC Sports, August 11, 2016  Toronto teenager wins 3rd medal of Rio Olympics The astonishing Penny Oleksiak story continues. The 16-year-old captured her third medal at Rio 2016, by anchoring the 4×200-metre freestyle relay to bronze on Wednesday night. Earlier in the evening she swam an impressive 100 free, setting herself up as the second-seed for Thursday’s… Continue reading Penny Oleksiak leads Canada to historic bronze in 4×200 freestyle relay

Women’s Soccer Ready To Prep For 2016

By University of Saskatchewan Huskie Staff, huskies.usask.ca, August 10, 2016  Ready to take it one step further in 2016, the University of Saskatchewan Huskie women’s soccer training camp begins Thursday. The Huskies had a program-best season in 2015 earning the right to host the Canada West Final tournament for the first-time in history. Saskatchewan finished fourth… Continue reading Women’s Soccer Ready To Prep For 2016