Regina researchers use tree rings to explain past, predict future

Dave Sauchyn says trees show a long period of drought could be in the Prairies future It’s hard to predict the weather, but University of Regina researchers are using trees to trace weather patterns from the past and give insight into what Saskatchewan’s climate might look like in the future. Dave Sauchyn, senior research scientist at… Continue reading Regina researchers use tree rings to explain past, predict future

Free baseball camp for kids in La Ronge, Sask. promotes confidence

Razorbacks assistant coach Christian Kowalchuk taught skills kids can practice during winter It might not seem like baseball season, but that hasn’t stopped Christian Kowalchuk from putting on a free one-day camp for kids in La Ronge, Sask. The Saskatoon athlete left home to pursue dreams of a baseball career in the United States and was the… Continue reading Free baseball camp for kids in La Ronge, Sask. promotes confidence

Riderville pride tour planned for March in Arizona

Fans invited to get together at Arizona Coyotes hockey game Saskatchewan snow buddies in Arizona will have some green to rejoice over this March. The Saskatchewan Roughriders announced on Twitter today the team will be hosting a Riderville Tour in Glendale, Arizona on March 3, 2016. Last year Rider fans gathered to celebrate and took over… Continue reading Riderville pride tour planned for March in Arizona

Province won't decide on Highway 11 intersection until accident reviewed

A fatal crash that claimed the lives of a Saskatoon family of four has renewed calls for a review of the infamous intersection at Highway 11 and Wanuskewin Road. But the provincial government won’t react until the collision has been reviewed, according to a Department of Highways spokesperson. Director of communication for the department, Doug Wakabayashi, said… Continue reading Province won't decide on Highway 11 intersection until accident reviewed

Tabby cat loses leg after crawling under car hood

‘Noelle’ lucky to survive encounter with fan belt, humane society says A Moose Jaw cat that tried to find warmth under the hood of a car is on the mend after losing a leg. The five-month-old little tabby had the accident late last year. It’s believed it crawled under the hood to avoid sub-zero temperatures and… Continue reading Tabby cat loses leg after crawling under car hood

Activists sabotage Enbridge pipeline in Ontario to protest oilsands crude

TORONTO – Enbridge Inc. says flow on a pipeline through southwestern Ontario was shut down for several hours by protester activity near Cambridge, Ont. Spokesman Graham White says the protesters partially restricted flow on Enbridge Line 7 on Sunday night by tampering with a manual valve. White says the pipe was shut down for approximately… Continue reading Activists sabotage Enbridge pipeline in Ontario to protest oilsands crude

More than 40 racehorses die in Ontario stable fire

PUSLINCH, Ont. — More than 40 racehorses persished in a stable fire late Monday in Puslinch, Ont. The fire began shortly after 11 p.m. at the Classy Lane Stables Training Centre and was fought by firefighters from several communities in the Guelph and Hamilton areas. Barb Miller, who owns the facility with her husband Jamie,… Continue reading More than 40 racehorses die in Ontario stable fire

Mayor Resigns

Throughout my term as mayor, I have been motivated by the pursuit of what I call the four pillars of community: beauty, justice, fulfillment, and relationships. These pillars are qualities that inspire us and are evident in thriving, healthy communities. But I have also come to think that perhaps a fifth pillar exists – sacrifice.… Continue reading Mayor Resigns