Month: August 2016

1 in 5 OK with drinking and driving over short distances: poll

By CBC News, August 29, 2016  Younger adults more tolerate of driving under the influence, Mainstreet Research poll says A new poll by Mainstreet Research shows one in five Saskatchewan residents thinks it is OK to drink and then drive as long as it’s only for a short distance on a quiet road. That attitude is somewhat more… Continue reading 1 in 5 OK with drinking and driving over short distances: poll

200 athletes compete in Sask. sports marathon for Special Olympics

By Francois Biber, CBC News, August 28, 2016  Event aims to raise $41,000 for the Special Olympics Canada Foundation Two hundred young Saskatchewan professionals laced up their shoes and competed in a sports marathon under the hot afternoon sun in Saskatoon this weekend in support of the Canadian Special Olympics. On Saturday the 2016 motionball Marathon… Continue reading 200 athletes compete in Sask. sports marathon for Special Olympics

Canadian beef exports to EU in limbo over E. coli dispute

By Barbara Duckworth, The Western Producer, August 26, 2016  A proposed CETA trade deal won’t benefit the cattle industry if requirements relating to food safety are not resolved If differences of opinion over food safety practices are not resolved, the big promises of a new European market for Canadian beef may be a pipe dream.… Continue reading Canadian beef exports to EU in limbo over E. coli dispute

Saskatoon 3×3 basketball team earns spot in world finals after perfect showing in Switzerland

By Riley Laychuk, CBC News, August 28, 2016  The four-member team, representing Canada at the FIBA World Tour, went 5-0 this weekend Saskatoon’s own 3×3 basketball team is one step closer to becoming international champions once again. Team Saskatoon, which is representing Canada at the FIBA World Tour, secured a spot in October’s 3×3 world… Continue reading Saskatoon 3×3 basketball team earns spot in world finals after perfect showing in Switzerland

Saskatchewan thieves drag ATM out of town behind truck

By The Canadian Press, TheStar.com, August 28, 2016  Saskatchewan thieves drag ATM behind truck after failing to get it into the back. ATM thefts have become so rampant in Alberta that the RCMP have dedicated a team of officers to investigate them RCMP in northern Saskatchewan say thieves who stole an ATM dragged it out… Continue reading Saskatchewan thieves drag ATM out of town behind truck

32,000 blood donations needed before Labour Day

By CTV News, August 28, 2016  Canadian Blood Services said it needs 32,000 donations before Labour Day to keep its supply at a “comfortable” level. The organization put out an urgent appeal on Friday for Canadians to roll up their sleeves after the national inventory dropped significantly over the summer. “This happens to us almost… Continue reading 32,000 blood donations needed before Labour Day

Postal workers delay possible job action for 24 hours

By The Canadian Press, August 29, 2016  Union continues talks in ‘last-ditch effort’ to reach agreement The threat of possible job action by Canada Post workers has been placed on hold for 24 hours. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers made the announcement in a statement issued late Sunday night. Read full article here…

'High expectations': Regina Pats prep for hockey season

By CBC News, August 27, 2016  Regular season home opener for Pats is Sept. 23 The Regina Pats have begun training camp at the Co-operators Centre. With several veteran returnees, the Pats could be one of the powerhouses in the Western Hockey League this year. Read full article here…

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