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Saskatchewan had ‘significant gaps’ in 2025 wildfire preparation, response: reportThe Saskatchewan government and SPSA received a report described by the opposition as "damning." It has 11 recommendations to better manage wildfires.Fire10 hours
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Online extremist groups exploiting, blackmailing youth: Winnipeg policeChildren as young as preteens are being targeted by violent online extremist groups who want 'the destruction of society,' according to a warning from Winnipeg police.CrimeJun 12
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Attempted murder charges laid following April attack in Regina: policeCharges, including attempted murder, were laid against two men in Regina following an attack that left a man injured with 'multiple lacerations,' according to police.CrimeJun 12
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Cocaine and handgun among items seized in Saskatoon, 4 Toronto men chargedFour men from Toronto were arrested and face 28 charges in Saskatoon as a result of a drug trafficking probe, police said in a news release Friday.CrimeJun 12
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First Nation in Manitoba declares state of emergency over violence, drugsThe chief of a northern Manitoba First Nation says her community is so overwhelmed by drugs and the resulting violence that her members live in fear.CanadaJun 12
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Manitoba Museum ‘honoured’ to host founding HBC document, aid in reconciliationThe 1670 charter that formed the Hudson’s Bay Co. was purchased, then donated, after The Bay's doors closed last year. On Thursday, it was welcomed to the Manitoba Museum.CanadaJun 11
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2 Winnipeg drivers charged with racing, 1 travelling more than 200 km/h: policeA vehicle travelling faster than 200 km/h down a Winnipeg street was spotted and tracked by a police aircraft, the service said.CrimeJun 11
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Regina saw 100 overdoses in first 10 days of June: Health MinistryA spike in overdose-related calls in early June, and two overdose-related deaths, prompted the Ministry of Health to issue an overdose alert for Regina.HealthJun 11
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Saskatchewan separatists skeptical of Carney government’s push for unityUnited Grassroots chair Clark Brotzell said despite recent announcements made by Prime Minister Mark Carney to ease western alienation concerns, he has not seen much progress.PoliticsJun 10
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Saskatchewan separatists promise independence would bring prosperityThe Saskatchewan Prosperity Project is advocating for a free, independent Saskatchewan, its president said, citing historic grievances with the province's relationship with Ottawa.PoliticsJun 9
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Flesh-eating screwworm in U.S. cows not cause for concern in Canada: associationThe Canadian Cattle Association said the New World screwworm, the parasite at the centre of the CFIA's pause on Texas livestock imports, shouldn't be too harmful in Canada.CanadaJun 8
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Jogger stabbed in Winnipeg, 15-year-old girl arrested, police sayA 15-year-old girl is facing charges after a man was stabbed in Winnipeg's St. Vital neighbourhood on Saturday while he was out for a jog.CrimeJun 8
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Police search for pair accused of armed smash-and-grab in WinnipegPolice in Winnipeg said they are searching for two men who they believe broke into a business and stole jewelry, while armed with a handgun and hammer.CrimeJun 5
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Family of Regina boy who died of carbon monoxide poisoning files lawsuitThe parents of an 11-year-old boy who died of carbon monoxide poisoning filed a lawsuit against the four companies they say failed to ensure their apartment building was safe.CanadaJun 5
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‘I just about fell over,’ says $46M winner of Manitoba’s largest Lotto 6-49 prizeWhen Earl Giesbrecht scanned his winning lottery ticket at his local supermarket in Whitemouth, he says he was happy to win, but his mind went blank after seeing the prize.CanadaJun 4
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Drug impaired driving ‘a growing concern’ in Winnipeg, police sayMore than half of drivers who were pulled over and drug tested by Winnipeg police were said to be driving while intoxicated, according to a Winnipeg Police Board report.CrimeJun 4
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Man considered sexually violent towards underage boys to live in Winnipeg: policeThe man was previously released twice on conditions, but police said both times those conditions were violated after he tested positive for drugs.CrimeJun 3
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Growing wildfires near Lac du Bonnet reiterate need to be prepared across ManitobaTwo wildfires are growing near Lac du Bonnet, about a hour north of Winnipeg, where a devastating fire last spring claimed two lives and destroyed dozens of properties.FireJun 3
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Suspect released, manhunt resumes after fatal northern Saskatchewan shootingA 28-year-old woman whose identity was not provided by police died after a shooting in Pelican Narrows on Monday.CrimeJun 3
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Evacuation order prompted by Cayford wildfire in Saskatchewan liftedA wildfire that prompted road access and air quality concerns in Red Earth Cree Nation 'has now been deemed no longer a threat,' the nation said in a post on Tuesday.CanadaJun 3
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Child in Manitoba charged over video showing dogs being struck with axeAt least one dog died after a 12-year-old boy hit several with an axe, according to police, who laid one charge and say to expect more.CrimeJun 2
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Charges pending for suspected Pelican Narrows shooter, RCMP sayThe remote northeastern Saskatchewan community of Pelican Narrows has been left shaken after a shooting near its local health clinic that killed one person and injured another.CrimeJun 2
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Wildfire fighting continues in Saskatchewan as blaze near Prince Albert slowsTwo fires were said to be of note in Saskatchewan, the east-central Cayford Fire, and the Lobstick Fire, which the SPSA said is slowing after Sunday's precipitation.CanadaJun 1
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Suspect arrested after 1 dead, 1 injured in Pelican Narrows shootingResidents in Pelican Narrows, about 500 km northeast of Saskatoon, are being asked to find a safe location and lock their doors.CrimeJun 1
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More than $140K of jewelry, clothing among goods seized by Winnipeg policeThree people are facing charges after Winnipeg police seized over $140,000 worth of goods, including high-end jewelry and clothes, from various homes last month.CrimeJun 1
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