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Here’s what we know ahead of Saskatchewan’s next update on COVID-19 cases in the province.

The CFL postponed the start of training camps Monday due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Government of Saskatchewan announced 22 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the provincial total to 156.

Two U.S. data analytics firms released a heat map of smartphones they tracked from a Florida beach to show the potential impact of ignoring physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. 1

Ten adults and one youth are facing a series of charges, including failing to comply with a public health order for COVID-19, following an incident in Loon Lake.

A high risk offender who was the subject of a provincial warrant has been arrested.

A Regina teen didn’t get to celebrate her 16th birthday the way she always planned because of COVID-19, but her mom organized a surprise that made the day special. 1

An 18-year-old woman is facing charges after crashing into a building while driving under the influence of alcohol.

Sophie Gregoire Trudeau has been given a clean bill of health, but Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he'll continue to self-isolate because he can't rule out that he acquired the novel coronavirus from her. 6

Saskatchewan has 30 new COVID-19 cases bringing the provincial total to 134, according to the province. 3

The Government of Saskatchewan says a snowmobile rally in Christopher Lake is the source of 18 new cases of COVID-19 in the province. 2

Volunteers from Regina’s Sikh community gave away a semi-truck load of free groceries to people in need on Saturday.

As of Monday at noon, Canadians who show any symptoms of COVID-19 will be denied boarding on all domestic flights and trains. 7

Police are searching for a suspect after a man was seriously injured in an attempted murder in Moose Jaw on Friday.

A Saskatchewan cabinet minister who tweeted an Old Testament passage where God tells people to pray and repent to cure an epidemic says he deleted it out of concern it may have sent the wrong message.

Crews were on the scene of a "major" gas leak in Moose Jaw.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, various sporting events and competitions have been cancelled and athletes are no longer able to train in ways they normally would. 1

The Ministry of Education announced teachers and school divisions across the province will be back at work next week to develop plans for distance learning. 1

The union which represents corrections workers in Saskatchewan says two of its members have tested positive for COVID-19. 1

Here’s what we know ahead of Saskatchewan’s next COVID-19 update on Friday afternoon. 8

Canada's deputy chief public health officer has delivered a sobering assessment of the country's struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic. 10

The Saskatchewan Health Authority says masks, gowns and shields used by doctors and nurses in the fight against COVID-19 are possibly being stolen from some of its facilities. 5

China has donated thousands of medical supplies to Canada to aid in the fight against the COVID-19, according to the Chinese Embassy in Ottawa. 10

A sinkhole forced crews to shut down part of McCarthy Blvd. on Friday evening.

Casinos Regina and Moose Jaw have laid off 549 workers and 42 managers one week after closing due to COVID-19. 5

An increase to the wage subsidy for small and medium sized businesses is being welcomed by the CEO of the Regina & District Chamber of Commerce after he says many employers calling for more assistance. 5

The province says it is taking "significant steps" to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in its correctional facilities.

Some Regina residents are struggling to get cheques from Service Canada, after its locations were closed to the public.

A Regina doctor is reminding people about the importance of maintaining proper physical distancing to keep the community safe amid COVID-19. 1

Although times are tough for most businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, several in Regina are doing what they can to give back to the community. 5

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a major increase to the wage subsidy for small- and medium-sized businesses, boosting it to 75 per cent, up from the 10 per cent previously promised 7

The people who answer the phones during medical emergencies in Saskatchewan say in order to keep paramedics safe, it is important for callers to disclose any potential COVID-19 symptoms they are experiencing.

The leader of the Saskatchewan NDP says the provincial government needs a plan to help vulnerable people and those with low incomes during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The coronavirus has passed a grim milestone in Canada, killing more people in Canada than SARS did in just a fraction of the time. 10