Regina rally calls on Canadians to 'stand with Aleppo'

Hundreds gathered in Regina on Sunday to show their support for the ongoing conflict in Syria.

Missing Big River youths found safe

RCMP say the youths last seen leaving a Big River, Sask. home Saturday night — not dressed for the extremely cold weather — have been located safe.

Turning the Tide book store starts new chapter at Regina laundromat

If Peter Garden has his way, people in Regina will start visiting the laundromat to find a good read.

Judge rules dogs should not be treated like kids

by Geoff Leo

In a ruling that references butter knives, euthanasia and cats named Slimey and Oinky, a Saskatoon judge made an impassioned defence of the notion that, when it comes to the law, dogs should not be treated as though they were children.

Saskatoon transit union dealing with emotion of 4-year 'ordeal' before next round of bargaining

by Alicia Bridges

The contract deal between Saskatoon’s transit union and the city administration is done. But with a close result in last week’s union vote and a new agreement due in March, union president Jim Yakubowski says there’s still work to be done.

Police say man, 19, forced driver off road after fight at Regina park

Police say a 19-year-old man charged with attempted murder was involved in a fight and a vehicle chase that led to a crash.

Mission Ridge opens up Saturday to bigger crowd than expected

Mission Ridge Winter Park opened for the season on Dec. 17 and had a larger than expected turnout, selling more than 100 lift tickets.

Jordan standoff over, Canadian Linda Vatcher among 10 killed by gunmen

Gunmen ambushed Jordanian police in a series of attacks Sunday, including at a Crusader castle popular with tourists, killing a woman visiting from Canada, seven officers and two local civilians, officials said. Thirty-four people were also injured.

Christmas decorations take over Regina man's home

A Regina man’s hobby has turned him into a self-proclaimed “yule lunatic.”

Meewasin recognizes late Joanna Miller for 1970s activism to stop riverbank development

by Alicia Bridges

A woman who led a community effort to keep Saskatoon riverbanks free from commercial development in the 1970s has received a posthumous award.

Documentary of Sixties Scoop reunion shares story of joy, loss

by Courtney Markewich

“The idea was to help other children, other Indigenous people who were taken away from their family, away from their culture and communities and away from those things that give people identity," said Betty Ann Adam.

Families brave the cold in Regina's Warehouse District

Horse and carriage rides, face paintings, hot chocolate and Santa were all part of Saturday's events.

Saskatchewan Penitentiary inmates adequately fed, says Corrections Canada after prison riot

by Alicia Bridges

Correctional Service of Canada says inmates at the Saskatchewan Penitentiary are getting enough food after claims a deadly riot may have been triggered by a dispute over portion sizes.

Saturday soups served monthly by Westminster United Church

The Westminster United Church is planning to hold a soup kitchen on one Saturday every month.

Strength and Conviction: 500 kg of food carried 20 km to food bank

Endurance and holiday spirit have helped the members of Conviction Fitness finish a pair of 20 kilometre journeys to deliver donations to the Regina Food Bank over the last two weekends.

Donations needed as Regina rescue group cares for lost bird

An animal rescue group in the Regina area is "bugging" people for donations after a bird rare to the province ended up in its care.

La Ronge, Sask. gets new emergency service resources after 2015 forest fires

La Ronge, Sask. has a new emergency service officer, following concerns raised about the provincial government's communications during major forest fires in 2015.

Sparkle Tour creator Iann Gorrill debuts bus tours in 2016

Sparkle Tour, the road map for Saskatchewan's Christmas displays for the last five years, has debuted bus tours this year.

Bundle up: Extreme cold warnings for most of Saskatchewan today

An extreme cold warning is in place for most of Saskatchewan on Saturday.

Lighthouse shelter faces heating 'crisis' during extreme cold snap in Saskatoon

As some of Saskatoon's most vulnerable people seek shelter from the extreme cold, the Lighthouse shelter says it has been facing a heating crisis.

A Caligari Christmas carol: FadaDance throws annual party

Regina's FadaDance will be hosting their annual Christmas party at the Exchange on Saturday night, with a dark twist.

Costco recalls yakitori chicken product for 2nd time this year

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning people not to eat a frozen chicken and fried rice product recalled by Costco Canada for the second time this year.

Evening of Hope to empower girls in La Ronge, Sask. after northern suicides

An Evening of Hope is being held Saturday for the community of La Ronge in northern Saskatchewan, where residents are still coming to grips with the loss of six young girls to suicide.

Pine, spruce or fir: Choosing the perfect Christmas tree

Finding the perfect Christmas tree can be tough. Here are some tips to help keep it thriving.

Prairie residents spending less on gifts this holiday season

A poll by CIBC indicates more than half of Canadians will go over budget while Christmas shopping this holiday season.

Ron McCullough resigns as CAO of RM of Sherwood

by Creeden Martell

Ron McCullough has resigned as the chief administrative officer of the RM of Sherwood, which has been mired in controversy for last two years.

'There's going to be an impact': Province suspends community rink grant program

by Tory Gillis

Communities say the suspension of the province's Community Rink Affordability Grant adds yet another challenge for struggling arenas to make ends meet.

Man charged with murder on Little Black Bear First Nation

A 37-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder of a woman on the Little Black Bear First Nation.

Alberta men face 24 charges in Regina forcible confinement case

The two accused allegedly confined a 24-year-old man against his will on an eight-hour drive from Alberta to Regina.

Family of Jason Bird grieving following his death at Sask. prison

A senior Union of Canadian Correctional Officers member says the deadly riot may have been triggered by a simmering dispute over food portions.

Saskatchewan Compassion Club trio headed to trial

Three people charged in a bust of a medical marijuana dispensary have been committed to trial.

New health facility finally underway in Leader, Sask.

They've been waiting for some time, but today the community of Leader, Sask., is celebrating that a new integrated health facility is finally underway.

Red Hot Riot takes on Trump, Santa at Regina show

The Red Hot Riot variety show returns to Regina on Friday to roast and toast everyone from politicians to pop stars.

Snow machines on full blast as Mission Ridge gets ready for opening

It might be a little too cold to ski today, but it's a perfect day to make snow.

The big chill: Extreme cold and snowfall blanket much of Canada

by Elizabeth Fraser

Extreme winter weather is hitting much of Canada, with biting cold, heavy snowfall and gusting winds causing closures, scary driving conditions and power outages, and more stormy conditions are expected.

Sask. RCMP officer charged after allegedly pointing gun at Edmonton woman

An RCMP constable stationed in Morse, Sask. has been charged with pointing a firearm at an Edmonton woman.

Canadian ski resorts optimistic, given early snowfall and cheap currency

Some Canadian ski resorts are reporting a big jump in bookings over last year as deep snow and a cheap currency have them eyeing a good season.

Man shot, woman charged near Rockford, Sask.

Police have arrested and charged a 53-year-old woman from the Preeceville, Sask., area after a man was shot early Wednesday morning.

Value of Canada's natural resources sees steep decline

The value of Canada’s natural resources saw a steep decline in 2015 largely due to lower crude bitumen prices, according to Statistics Canada.

'We're at the point where we may have to move bins and buildings': water eroding river banks of farmer's land

Concerned citizens got together in Pense, Sask. on Thursday to discuss the effect of growing populations on the water supply of Buffalo Pound Lake.

More Regina drivers will be able to pay to park with credit cards

Tired of digging in your pockets for change? The City of Regina is here to help.

Chef Moe Mathieu serves up eclectic comfort food at Luther

by Alec Salloum

Cafeteria food gets a pretty bad rap across the board. But with local chef Moe Mathieu at the helm the Luther Cafeteria has been serving up comfort food from across the globe.

Santa Store provides students in Regina with big bargains

St. Augustine Community School provided young students an opportunity to do some Christmas shopping for friends and family on Thursday.

Quebec, Saskatchewan finance ministers confident new health deal is close

by Andy Blatchford

A pair of provincial finance ministers say they're optimistic that a long-awaited deal with Ottawa on a new health-care funding framework is close.

North Battleford RCMP testing drug-screening devices on drivers

When you get pulled over by police, they'll likely ask for your licence and registration. In North Battleford, you may now be asked to provide a saliva sample.

Manslaughter charge laid in year-old Regina death case

Almost a year after Calvin Aaron Wahweaye's death, Regina police say they have laid a manslaughter charge against one person, who is in Alberta.

2 men arrested for confining someone on roadtrip

SWAT and crisis negotiators have taken two men into custody after a 24-year-old man complained they held him against his will with a Taser and a firearm during an eight-hour drive.

1 dead, at least 8 injured in Saskatchewan prison riot

A 43-year-old inmate, Jason Leonard Bird, was killed and several people were hurt in a riot at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.

Ryan Meili pursuing NDP nomination for Saskatoon Meewasin

Former Saskatchewan NDP leadership candidate Dr. Ryan Meili said Thursday he plans to pursue the nomination for the Opposition in Saskatoon Meewasin.

Saskatchewan anti-asbestos advocate applauds Ottawa's plan to ban material

by Adam Hunter

A man who pushed for the Canada's first asbestos registry in Saskatchewan is applauding the federal government's plan to ban the material by 2018.