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The CEO of the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Scott Livingstone is stepping down from his position, effective immediately. 2

The province released guidelines to help families celebrate the holiday season in a COVID-safe way. 62

The last time the Riders won a game in Winnipeg, it was Zach Collaros in at quarterback for the green and white: the same QB the team is set to face in Sunday’s West Final. 2

The inaugural 'Frost Regina' festival is set to run for nine days from Feb. 4 to 13. 1

Dallas Green, the voice behind City and Colour, announced he tested positive for COVID-19, four days after a performance in Regina.

A small group of people representing the Archdiocese of Regina is hoping an upcoming trip to Rome to meet with Pope Francis about the church’s role in residential schools will give him a deeper understanding of Indigenous peoples’ experiences. 1

Canada's plan to require novel coronavirus tests for all but U.S. arrivals on international flights risks causing 'chaos' and long lines if all passengers are expected to get tested at airports, industry groups said. 16

Saskatchewan reported 71 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, along with one more death. 62

The Government of Saskatchewan and the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) were caught in a war of words on Wednesday surrounding the province’s deficit and crop insurance payments. 1

Researchers in South Africa first sounded the alarm over the B.1.1.529 variant, now known as Omicron, after finding more than 30 mutations in the spike protein, a component that can alter the way a virus infects cells. But much remains unknown about the finer details of the variant. 5

Saskatchewan could soon be expanding booster shot eligibility – as more people reach the six-month mark after their second dose. 62

Samsung Electronics Canada will be establishing a new regional office in Regina, through a partnership with SaskTel.

The Saskatchewan Roughriders are set to meet the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the 2021 West Final, a rematch of 2019 with one key difference: the Bombers hold home field advantage. 1

It was an historic night for Swift Current Broncos goaltender Isaac Poulter in his team’s 3-0 win over the Brandon Wheat Kings on Wednesday night.

YWCA Regina is asking the City of Regina to contribute $1.07 million dollars to go towards a healing lodge and ceremonial space in its new building.

Saskatchewan reported 81 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday – with 31 new cases reported in the province’s South East zone. 62

Regina Pats’ star Connor Bedard is among three Saskatchewan-based players invited to attend Hockey Canada’s selection camp for the World Junior Hockey Championships. 1

TeleMiracle has announced the list of Saskatchewan performers who will be featured on the 46th installment of the charity telethon.

Three people were killed and 44 people were injured in impaired driving collisions last holiday season in Saskatchewan, according to SGI.

All Nations Hope Network (ANHN) will soon be able to expand the services offered through its Awasiw program. 1

Three fines were handed out in Saskatchewan under the Public Health Order, due to masking and proof of vaccination violations. 62

Parents will now have to be present for the COVID-19 vaccination of elementary school students in schools, according to a new policy change from the Government of Saskatchewan. 62

Indigenous NDP MLA Betty Nippi-Albright hopes bringing attention to the racist comments she receives creates change in Saskatchewan. 1

Dozens of travellers are in isolation here in the province – after returning from southern Africa in the last two weeks. 62

A Saskatchewan Roughriders player was involved in an incident at a Regina restaurant where the police were called, according to the team. 2

An initiative in Regina's downtown that recently secured city funding to continue operating next year is heading into its first winter. 2

Saskatchewan reported 42 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, along with 185 more recoveries. 62

After redeploying hundreds of healthcare workers to deal with the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly all eligible staff are back working in their home departments, according to the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). 62

Luke McGeough, a Saskatchewan-based hockey referee, continues to honour his late father’s legacy by wearing his NHL jersey at his games. 1

Richard Montgrand called them "the Queen's cowboys" and many RCMP officers who worked in La Loche considered him a friend.

Saskatchewan residents can now book a COVID-19 test online.

Airports in both Regina and Saskatoon are once again receiving flights from outside of the country. 1

Saskatchewan’s health minister said officials in the province are keeping a close watch on developments around the new Omicron variant. 30

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) says it has intercepted hundreds of suspected falsified or fraudulent COVID-19 test results and proof of vaccination credentials since they were required for travel. 5

Despite having a much smaller yield after harvest than usual, Saskatoon area farmer Blair Cummins was still able to fulfill his canola contract—with a little help. 2