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Update: Damien Sanderson found dead, Myles still at large

Update: Damien Sanderson found dead, Myles still at large

One of the Sanderson brothers is dead.
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Battlefords locals take their treasures to 43rd International Mustang Meet

Battlefords locals take their treasures to 43rd International Mustang Meet

Over 370 registered cars from all over Canada and the United States converged on Saskatoon for the 43rd International Mustang Meet.
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Meota and District News: Long weekend sees boats leaving the lake

Meota and District News: Long weekend sees boats leaving the lake

Sons of Norway gather for an afternoon of whist.
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Mayfair and District News: Blueberries add to the northern economy

Mayfair and District News: Blueberries add to the northern economy

Chitek Lake quad rally hosted Sept. 10.
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Borden and District News: Senior athlete brings home six medals

Borden and District News: Senior athlete brings home six medals

Threshermen prepare of demonstration day Sept. 24.
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Manhunt continues for suspects in Saskatchewan stabbings, police remain tight-lipped

Manhunt continues for suspects in Saskatchewan stabbings, police remain tight-lipped

Weldon residents have identified one of the deceased as 77-year-old Wes Petterson.
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RCMP ask Damien and Myles Sanderson to turn themselves in

RCMP ask Damien and Myles Sanderson to turn themselves in

"If Damien and Myles are listening, or receive this information, I would ask that they turn themselves in to police immediately." - Rhonda Blackmore.
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Crime Stoppers: Three on weekly wanted list

Crime Stoppers: Three on weekly wanted list

If your tip leads to an arrest or charge, you may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.
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10 dead, 15 injured: RCMP doing door-to-door searches, FN declares emergency

10 dead, 15 injured: RCMP doing door-to-door searches, FN declares emergency

Social media on James Smith Cree Nation has lit up. Tiara posted that the suspects went into their home and stole her brother's black Nissan Rogue and others said the two suspects were kicking in doors of residents' homes. This hasn't been confirmed by RCMP.
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Column: Many factors to consider in harvesting and storage

Column: Many factors to consider in harvesting and storage

Carefully pick to ensure the harvest is free of nicks, bruises and other damage.
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