Saskatchewan News

MACKLIN, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA — A string of suspected arsons on hay bales, grass and crops around a west-central Saskatchewan town has been both agitating and perplexing, says the local fire chief. It has also prompted a $20,000 reward.

Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Trevor Harris, Blue Bombers defensive back Tyrell Ford and Winnipeg's offensive line headlined the CFL's Honour Roll on Tuesday.

SAANICH, B.C. — It could be a weekend teenage runaway. An elderly loved one, lost and disoriented. Or it could be the first indication of murder.

REGINA — American offensive lineman Trevon Tate has signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, the CFL club announced Monday.

HAMILTON — Javon Leake is back in his happy place. After spending much of his first two CFL seasons primarily as a kick returner, Leake is back taking handoffs.

OTTAWA — Veteran broadcaster Charles Adler and Saskatchewan hospital executive Tracy Muggli are Canada's latest independent senators, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Saturday.

REGINA — A little resilience went a long way for the Montreal Alouettes on Friday. In a game that featured six lead changes, the East-leading Alouettes topped the Saskatchewan Roughriders 27-24.

REGINA — Walking inside Regina's new food bank is as "outside the box" as it can get, says organization CEO John Bailey. The facility allows clients to select their items as if grocery shopping, rather than having to take pre-made hampers.

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will introduce legislation on pronouns in schools after classes begin in September.

OTTAWA — Defence lawyers making final arguments on behalf of one of the prominent "Freedom Convoy" organizers are maintaining their client's innocence, with proceedings scheduled to continue next week.