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Fiacco says successor must run on Revitalization Project

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

The ground has not been broken and no hard dollars have been secured, but Mayor Pat Fiacco told the Global Morning News Wednesday his successor will have to run on the promise of a new Event Centre.

Major changes underway for Regina taxis

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Taxi drivers knew changes were coming and many support getting GPS technology and surveillance cameras to make their jobs safer, but what they did not expect were the changes in City Council’s final taxi report.

Tories, gun enthusiasts set to celebrate registry's demise

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

The Conservative government says its MPs will celebrate after a historic vote to end the long-gun registry Wednesday evening, despite vehement opposition to the move in Quebec and much of urban Canada.

Human remains found at site of semi crash in Saskatoon

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Forensic anthropologist called in after human remains found at site of semi crash in Saskatoon.

Moose Jaw Civic Centre to hit the real estate market

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

It will cost 400-thousand dollars to purchase the crushed can.

Harper government is facing a second CWB lawsuit

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

The Harper government is facing a second class action lawsuit stemming from its Canadian wheat board legislation.

New car sales are up in the province

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

In 2011 the number of sales jumped more than 7 per cent over the year before - the second highest increase in Canada.

Starbucks partners with Canadian Target stores

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Retail giant Target Corporation announced Wednesday the majority of its future Canadian locations will feature Starbucks licensed stores.

Vic Toews target of Twitter attack

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Public Safety Minister Vic Toews’ dirty laundry is being aired on Twitter, in an apparent protest to the government’s online surveillance legislation.

Mayor Pat Fiacco will not run for another term as Mayor

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

After 12 years in office, this morning an emotional Pat Fiacco announced he will not be running for mayor

Social media reaction to Fiacco not running for mayor

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Social Media sites were a buzz after the news that Regina Mayor Pat Fiacco would not seek re-election again.

Australian reports suggests Saskatchewan potash mine could be delayed

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Report in the Sydney Morning Herald claims the Jansen potash mine project could be delayed or face reduced investment.

Regina taxicabs to be equipped with cameras

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Regina taxicabs could be getting a hi-tech makeover in the next few years, with on-board cameras and tracking devices part of the package.

Government seeks input from SFL on essential service legislation

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Government sends letter to Saskatchewan Federation of Labour seeking input on amendments to essential services act.

SaskEnergy applies for commodity rate reduction, delivery service rate increase

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

SaskEnergy says residential customers will save money after making application to rate review panel to change commodity and delivery rates.

Analysts looking for clarity on next steps for Keystone XL proposal

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

CALGARY - Analysts say they'll be looking for more clarity on what's next for TransCanada's efforts to ship Alberta crude to Texas refineries when the pipeline giant reports its fourth-quarter earnings Tuesday.

Hewitt makes 27 saves in Pats 1-0 shutout of Blades; Weal scores shorthanded

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

REGINA - Matt Hewitt made 27 stops to help the Regina Pats shut out the Saskatoon Blades 1-0 in the Western Hockey League on Monday night.

Saskatchewan leads the country in spending on Valentine’s Day

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Last year, consumer spending in Canada, leading up to Valentine's Day, increased solidly from 2010 to 2011, and retailers are counting on similarly strong sales this year, too.

SWA releases first spring runoff outlook, no significant flooding expected

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

Saskatchewan Watershed Authority release first outlook on potential spring runoff in province, no potential for significant flooding predicted.

One dead after house fire in Glaslyn, Sask.

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:29:17 GMT

One person dead after Sunday afternoon house fire in Glaslyn, Saskatchewan.