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24.02.2021 / 19:19

New University of Regina scholarships honour late sports broadcaster Warren Woods

University of Regina journalism students are now able to apply for a new scholarship honouring the late Saskatchewan sports broadcaster Warren Woods.Woods died in January following a month-long battle with COVID-19.The 66-year-old spent decades covering local sports in Regina which included providing regular coverage with the U of R teams and calling Rams football on the radio.

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More action needed to prevent spread of COVID-19 variants: Saskatchewan NDP

Saskatchewan NDP and Opposition leader Ryan Meili is calling on the province to take further action to both detect and prevent the spread of new variants of COVID-19.On Thursday, the Saskatchewan government confirmed another case of the U.K. COVID-19 variant, bringing the total to three in the province.It’s a variant the province previously said was more contagious.“We are in a race between vaccines and variants,” Meili said.

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Saskatchewan government confirms 2 cases of the U.K. COVID-19 variant

U.K. COVID-19 variant has shown up in Saskatchewan, having been detected in two people living in the Regina zone.The information was provided in the province’s daily COVID-19 update.

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Saskatchewan requests investigation into COVID-19 outbreak at Regina’s Extendicare Parkside

provincial government is requesting that Ombudsman Saskatchewan investigate and provide a report in regards to the COVID-19 outbreak at Extendicare Parkside Special Care Home in Regina.Extendicare Parkside’s outbreak has resulted in more than 200 infections among residents and staff, along with 38 resident deaths, according to the province. Sask.

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Saskatchewan’s chief medical health officer reflects on one of busiest years yet

Saskatchewan, like the rest of the world, deals with the coronavirus pandemic.Saskatchewan’s chief medical health officer has been tasked with making many of the decisions on ways to keep people in the province as safe as possible. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe looks back on the challenges of 2020 As we say goodbye to 2020, Global News’ Katelyn Wilson sat down with Dr.

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Saskatchewan casino COVID-19 closures impact Indigenous organizations

COVID-19.The Clarence Campeau Development Fund (CCDF) receives 100 per cent of its funding from casino revenue in Regina and Moose Jaw. The gaming facilities are set to close from Saturday until at least Jan.

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Outdoor rink aims to get Kipling, Sask. residents skating through Christmas season

outdoor rink in Kipling, Sask. is garnering a ton of attention within the province for its unique style and professional-like look.Local kids and beyond will soon get a chance to try it out, when it opens to the public next Friday as long the weather cooperates.The rinks sits in the back yard of Kipling resident Alan Batters, the man behind the funding.

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Bushwakker in Regina keeping mead day tradition alive through online purchasing

COVID-19 pandemic, Bushwakker Brewpub in Regina is going ahead with its annual mead day on Saturday.In the past, people would line up around the corner in anticipation to get their brew, but this year it will look a bit different.Curbside and takeaway options have been introduced through online purchasing, keeping the tradition alive.

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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe hopes for holiday long-term care visits

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe wouldn’t commit Thursday to a threshold suggested by his chief medical health officer for granting more people the right to gather at Christmas.The day before, Dr. Saqib Shahab said the possible loosening of COVID-19 public-health orders would have to consider the risk of infections spiking in the new year.Shahab stated his preference would be for the province to wait until there was an average of 120 new COVID-19 cases daily or less before relaxing gathering rules.

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Ambulance fees for Saskatchewan seniors cut in half

ambulance fees to help make things more affordable for seniors.The province is lowering fees from $275 per trip to $135 per trip, in an announcement made on Wednesday.As of Dec. 14, there will be no more costs for seniors in the province when it comes to transfers between health-care facilities, including hospitals, health centres, mental health and addiction centres, or special care homes.

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Regina YMCA set to close downtown and east fitness, aquatic facilities

Regina YMCA will not close any facilities, adds levy to memberships Over the past number of years, the association has faced ongoing financial challenges. CEO Steve Compton said the YMCA has faced higher building and capital costs combined with decreasing market share and revenue in health and fitness.“These changes will unfortunately result in several job reductions impacting team members both full- and part-time across our association.

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University of Regina biochemist receives funding for groundbreaking COVID-19 research

University of Regina is receiving government funding for his work in developing testing for COVID-19 through saliva, which could provide results within minutes.“The most common way we test for COVID is to use an invasive nasal swab, but this technique doesn’t always provide an accurate diagnosis,” said Mohan Babu, a University of Regina researcher. Google announces $4M in funding for artificial intelligence research in Montreal Babu is receiving the funding through the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s (CFI) Exceptional Opportunities Fund, according to the university’s website.

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Lumsden’s Happy Hallow closes early for the season

Happy Hollow celebrates local firefighters and overcoming adversity “With more cases (of COVID-19) being brought up, the rules are getting a little more strict and we would have to revamp Happy Hallow to make it different,” Schaefer said.“We would have to push people through more and really limit the number of guests at a time in certain areas, so financially it wouldn’t work.”Instead, Schaefer said it made more sense to cut their loses now and focus on next year.“At the beginning of the season it was just signs, hand sanitizer, social distance, mask when you can’t,” Schaefer said.“We were in talks with Sask. health the whole time we were open.

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Saskatchewan physicians urge residents to wear masks

Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) has launched a campaign, reminding the public to wear a mask this fall when physical distancing is not possible to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.“Wearing a mask is another tool each of us can use to keep one another safe,” SMA president and Regina physician Dr. Barb Konstantynowicz said in a press release Tuesday.

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Confirmed coronavirus case at Regina Co-op Refinery complex

CRC) in Regina has tested positive for novel coronavirus.CRC has advised anyone who has been in close contact with this individual to self-monitor and follow further instructions from the Saskatchewan Health Authority. Three new cases of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan In a statement regarding the confirmed case, CRC announced that all of the facilities have increased cleaning and sanitization measures in place, along with a mandatory mask policy.The individual tested positive on Aug.

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Saskatchewan’s top doctor recommends wearing reusable cloth masks come the fall

Saskatchewan’s top doctor is recommending residents add another accessory to their fall wardrobe: a cloth mask.Until now, Dr. Saqib Shahab said he hasn’t “been saying too much about masks” because in most current situations people don’t need to wear one in the fight against coronavirus.Safety measures in public places, like Plexiglass and one-way aisles, as well as outdoor gatherings make it easier to be physically distant, according to the province’s chief medical health officer.

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Coronavirus: 2020 Dragon Boat Festival in Regina cancelled

Dragon Boat Festival in Regina is cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns and restrictions.The organizers made the announcement on Monday. “Even though the festival date is months away, social distancing is difficult in a Dragon Boat, and the safety of our teams and patrons is of primary importance,” the organization said in a statement.Dragon Boats is set to return to Wascana Lake on the 2021 September long weekend with what organizers describe as “an expanded festival, including more attractions, entertainment and activities for all ages.” It said teams will be able to practice for the upcoming event as of May 2021.The 2020 Dragon Boat Festival was set to take place from Sept.

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Saskatchewan dog owners face training challenges with obedience classes shut down

With many people working from home and having more time during the novel coronavirus pandemic closures, a lot of people have gained a new furry family member.

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Coronavirus: YMCAs in Regina prepare to welcome back clients as part of Phase 3

YMCAs in Regina are preparing to welcome back clients with Phase 3 of Saskatchewan’s reopen set to begin on June 8.

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Regina dog boutique creates virtual challenge to encourage activity

House of Paws Boutique in Regina is inviting dog owners in the city to take part in a 30-day challenge.

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Saskatchewan gyms prepare to reopen as province announces set date for Phase 3

Gyms across Saskatchewan are preparing to reopen their doors after the province announced that Phase 3 of its reopen plan will begin June 8.

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Coronavirus: Saskatchewan retail stores prepare to reopen in second phase

The second phase of the reopen Saskatchewan plan, also known as reopen retail, will see many stores able to open their doors to customers once again.

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Coronavirus: Saskatchewan Summer Games in Lloydminster pushed back a year

The Saskatchewan Summer Games are being pushed back a year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Online country music concert set to raise funds for STARS air ambulance

A lineup of country artists will be participating in a virtual concert to raise money for STARS air ambulance.

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Coronavirus: Regina Farmers Market hopes to reopen ahead of phased plan

With in-person markets forced to close in March due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Regina Farmers Market (RFM) had to come up with a different plan so vendors could stay afloat.

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Moose Jaw producer creates music video highlighting importance of staying connected during pandemic

A Moose Jaw music producer has teamed up with front-line workers and other members of the community for a unique project after the coronavirus pandemic forced his recording studio to shut down.

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Coronavirus: Saskatchewan trucking company president gives $50K in gift cards to laid-off workers

Dennis Day, the president of Fast Trucking Service Ltd., had to lay off 250 of his 350 employees because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Canadians look at new ways to shop for groceries amid COVID-19

Canadians are changing their grocery shopping habits amid the COVID-19 pandemic, as day-to-day changes are being made in the stores.

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The Saskatchewanderer becomes sofa-wanderer amid COVID-19 restrictions

Almost everyone has seen a change in their job description due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Saskatchewan Roughriders’ QB Cody Fajardo hopeful for football in 2020

Cody Fajardo has been trying to treat this off-season like any other.

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Sask. Polytech nursing students call for alternatives to clinical placements amid COVID-19 pandemic

Some Saskatchewan Polytechnic students are questioning why their health is being put at risk for the sake of a hands-on learning experience.

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Leaked SHA document shows worst-case scenario outcome of coronavirus in Sask.

Provincial hospitals could soon be overwhelmed with patients suffering severe effects of COVID-19, according to preliminary projections outlined in a leaked Saskatchewan Health Authority document. The document includes a death toll of 15,000 in a worst-case scenario.

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Coronavirus: RCMP considers suspending academy training

Despite no confirmed cases of COVID-19 at the RCMP Depot Division in Regina, academy training might be suspended.

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Coronavirus: Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations declares states of emergency

The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations has declared a state of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Moose Jaw police ask public to limit visits to station, will remain open during pandemic

Although doors to the Moose Jaw Police Service remain open, it’s encouraging the public to call in police-related inquires rather than coming into the station due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Regina airport places tougher restrictions on residents trying to get home

Due to COVID-19, the Regina Airport Authority is no longer allowing direct flights from abroad, excluding the United States and “typical” sun destinations, to land in the Queen City.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0