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Trial for Laverdiere's accused killer wraps up: Judge reserves verdict

Soaring Eagle Whitstone is one of 10 people charged with Tiki Laverdiere's murder.

Sep 28, 2022 1:26 PM Read more >

B’fords RCMP weekly report: Online sale arrangement ends in robbery

Cellphone and cash stolen at meet-up point.

Sep 28, 2022 12:51 PM Read more >

Updated: Sask. won't agree to feds using RCMP to confiscate firearms

Feds should support law enforcement initiatives focused on tackling gangs and violent offenders and not target law-abiding firearm owners, says Saskatchewan Justice Minister Bronwyn Eyre.

Sep 27, 2022 10:02 PM Read more >

Couple charged with drug trafficking make first appearance in court

In their investigation, police seized a Lincoln, a Hyundai, cash, and drugs.

Sep 27, 2022 5:58 PM Read more >

SPS arrest woman who escaped from Okimaw Ohci Healing Lodge

Saskatoon Police apprehended Anna Cook on Monday

Sep 27, 2022 4:36 PM Read more >

Prisoner escapes from Sask. Pen in Prince Albert

Johnathan Jeffery Kessel escaped Tuesday

Sep 27, 2022 3:45 PM Read more >

SPS Guns & Gang Unit seizes weapons smuggled into Canada: Teen charged

Border officers in Vancouver intercepted a suspicious package destined for an address in Saskatoon.

Sep 27, 2022 2:30 PM Read more >

Remembrance Day set to happen at Don Ross Centre

Shift of location for 2022 Remembrance Day ceremonies after years at John Paul II Collegiate.

Sep 27, 2022 1:10 PM Read more >

Serious sand issue at North Battleford water plant’s river intake

Excavation contract awarded to True Depth Diving and Marine Services Ltd. for $76,952.18 plus GST.

Sep 27, 2022 11:43 AM Read more >

No charges planned in death of 85-year-old woman: PAPS

A woman, 85, died after being assaulted in a care home in Prince Albert in August.

Sep 27, 2022 11:13 AM Read more >

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