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With recent black bear sightings making headlines, including one in Regina, Saskatchewan residents are reminded to stay vigilant and prepared when spending time outdoors.

“Really, Saskatchewan is bear country in many ways,” said Matthew Tokaruk, black bear biologist with the Ministry of Environment. “We have bears through much of the province—into the Parkland and even touching up against the grasslands sometimes.”

The partnership between local RCMP Constable Tony Curti and Lanna Koethler has been immortalized.

The two work together on presentations to kids about addiction.

Their story is written about in Why We Serve - Stories of Today's RCMP Members by the National Police Federation.

As the first Indigenous person ever to lead the federal department responsible for delivering services to First Nations, Inuit and Métis, Mandy Gull-Masty knows she has a daunting task ahead.

But the newly-appointed Indigenous services minister also knows what it's like to sit at both sides of the table — as a cabinet minister now and, until recently, as the grand chief of the political body representing 20,000 Cree people in northern Quebec.

Saskatchewan's provincial parks are officially opening for the 2025 camping season on Friday, May 16, with new accommodations, events, and activities planned across the province.

"We are excited to welcome visitors for another incredible season in our beautiful provincial parks," said Alana Ross, minister of Parks, Culture and Sport. "Whether you want adventure, relaxation or time with family and friends, our parks create lasting memories while highlighting the beauty of Saskatchewan's natural environment."

ROSETOWN, Sask. — Testimony continued this week in a human trafficking trial being heard at Rosetown Provincial Court, where two Saskatchewan men face multiple charges in connection with an alleged exploitation case.

Mohammad Masum and Sohel Haider, both arrested in June 2023, are jointly charged with human trafficking. Masum faces an additional charge of sexual assault. A publication ban is in place to protect the identity of the complainant.

Bicycle-related injuries can have long-lasting consequences, especially for children. During Bicycle Safety Week from May 11-17, 2025, the Saskatchewan Prevention Institute is focusing on the importance of helmet use to reduce the risk of serious head injuries, which can be cut by up to 60 percent when helmets are worn properly.

If you feel like water levels are low at Lake Diefenbaker, the Water Security Agency views it as mostly par for the course.

The Riverhurst Ferry is now open and operating, according to the Ministry of Highways.

The ferry typically runs from mid-May before being shut down for the winter around December.

The ministry is letting those who use the ferry know that there is a scheduled shutdown scheduled in early November to install a new engine. More specific timelines will be announced in the fall.

A consequential report on Canada Post largely backs the Crown corporation's story about its flagging business, experts say, and bodes poorly for the union attempting to negotiate a better deal for the postal service's workers.

“If I was the union, I'm going to be very, very disappointed in this," said Marvin Ryder, associate professor of marketing and entrepreneurship at the DeGroote School of Business.

This week, Saskatchewan's Lieutenant Governor Bernadette McIntyre had the honor of meeting King Charles III for the first time at Buckingham Palace. Accompanied by her husband and the Executive Director for the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, Carolyn Speirs, McIntyre also enjoyed high tea at Canada House with High Commissioner Ralph Goodale and his wife, Pam Goodale.

Speaking to us from London her Honour says being able to meet and visit with the King was an amazing experience.