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This drone image provided by Kairat Kassymbekov shows flooding from Hurricane Milton in Tampa, Fla., Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. (Kairat Kassymbekov via AP)

A former public safety minister says he is very worried the unfolding conversation about some parliamentarians being complicit in foreign interference is becoming a "kangaroo court." 

Marco Mendicino told a commission of inquiry into foreign meddling Thursday it is important to follow due process under the law before jumping to conclusions about the conduct of parliamentarians. 

The campaign is in full swing for the 2024 Saskatchewan provincial election. We are reaching out to the leaders of the parties of the province and will be asking them the same set of questions.  

Scott Moe is the leader of the Saskatchewan Party and will be running in the riding of Rosthern-Shellbrook. We caught up with him on Thursday morning. 

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How does it feel to finally be on the official campaign trail after what seems to have been a summer of campaigning? 

The campaign is in full swing for the 2024 Saskatchewan provincial election. We are reaching out to the leaders of the parties of the province and will be asking them the same set of questions.  

Jon Hromek is the leader of the Sask United Party and will be running in the riding of Lumsden Morse. We caught up with him on Thursday morning. 

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How does it feel to finally be on the official campaign trail after what seems to have been a summer of campaigning? 

While there are many ways to celebrate Thanksgiving, many people will have enjoyed sitting down to a nice juicy turkey.

Thanksgiving and Christmas are the two biggest seasons for turkey consumption,  but over the last few years, the industry has launched a campaign to broaden that reach.

Chair of the Turkey Farmers of Canada  Darren Ference says more and more people are now eating whole turkeys or turkey parts throughout the year.

Residents of west central Saskatchewan have been lighting up social media with stunning images of the recent aurora borealis displays. The skies have been filled with vibrant hues of green, red, purple, and blue, giving photographers and stargazers a spectacular show. As solar activity ramps up, locals have been quick to capture and share these colourful northern lights, showcasing the beauty of the region’s night skies.

The Sun West School Division has unveiled the list of candidates contesting the upcoming Board of Education elections. A total of 19 candidates are competing for seven positions, while two positions have been acclaimed. The elections will take place on November 13, 2024, across nine subdivisions that make up the Sun West Division.

The Town of Unity has officially revealed the candidates for the upcoming 2024-2028 municipal election, with the community now preparing to vote on its leadership for the next four years.

Mayor Bob Abel has been acclaimed for the Mayor's position, meaning he will serve another term without opposition.

For the six Councillor positions, residents will have the opportunity to choose from the following candidates:

The Town of Kindersley has officially announced the candidates for the 2024-2028 Municipal Elections, sparking anticipation among residents eager to cast their ballots. This election will see one (1) Mayor and six (6) Councillors elected to represent the town for the next four years.

For the Mayor position, voters will choose between Ken Francis and Tom Morris, both well-known community members with their own visions for the future of Kindersley.

On the ballot for the six Councillor positions are:

Pixie the Survivor: A Sweet Soul Looking for Her Forever Home

Meet Pixie, a resilient little sprite who’s had a rough start to her first year of life. This sweet kitten was found alone on the streets of Unity, Saskatchewan, and as you can see, she’s missing the tips of her ears—frozen off during her time in the cold. No one knows how she ended up on her own, but it’s clear that despite her tough past, Pixie is full of love and ready to share it with the right family.