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Trial set for man who was wanted by P.A. RCMP

Trial set for man who was wanted by P.A. RCMP

In December the Prince Albert RCMP released Joshua Naytowhow’s photo asking the public for tips to locate him and 10 days later the Prince Albert Police arrested him in Prince Albert
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Saskatchewan Skies: Moon close encounters begin April 24

Saskatchewan Skies: Moon close encounters begin April 24

All month long, Mars and Saturn share the same bit of sky
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Court rules a second assault took place in Mirasty case

Court rules a second assault took place in Mirasty case

Judge makes evidentiary ruling in manslaughter sentencing
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Newly created PPS aims to give police more time to protect Saskatchewan residents

Newly created PPS aims to give police more time to protect Saskatchewan residents

In the long term, the newly created PPS means that RCMP will no longer have to transport prisoners
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Meadow Lake's newest judge worked as prosecutor and prosecuted drug cases

Meadow Lake's newest judge worked as prosecutor and prosecuted drug cases

Pashovitz has prosecuted drug offences and has been Associate Regional Crown Prosecutor in Saskatoon
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Ian Mokuruk appointed as new judge to North Battleford court

Ian Mokuruk appointed as new judge to North Battleford court

Mokuruk described as an authority on criminal law, who has taught courses on sentencing and ethics at the Saskatchewan College of Law
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Stop! Don't prune that elm tree

Stop! Don't prune that elm tree

American elm trees with DED may start showing symptoms as early as June. Typically, the leaves will start to wilt and turn yellow, then curl and turn brown
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Littlewolfe sentenced to 10 months in jail

Littlewolfe sentenced to 10 months in jail

Courtlin Littlewolfe pleaded guilty Thursday to two counts of obstruction of a peace officer, three counts of failing to appear in court, and driving while prohibited
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Five things to know about this week's epi report

Five things to know about this week's epi report

“COVID-like illness” the new touchstone in statistics
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Man arrested by N.B. gang unit during weapons, drug investigation denied bail in Lloydminster court

Man arrested by N.B. gang unit during weapons, drug investigation denied bail in Lloydminster court

Delaney Angus was denied bail Thursday in Lloydminster court
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