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‘For as long as I can’: Regina basketball official attempting to set world record A basketball referee in Saskatchewan is attempting to set the mark for the oldest active official in the world.

Known as ‘Big Mike’ standing multiple heads above the girls on the court, Michael Martorana was running up and down the floor at the spry age of 80.

#worldrecord #basketball #sksports #Saskatchewan

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‘A miss’: Mayor admits to lack of foresight with downtown parking payment changes as he works to rectify concerns Regina Mayor Chad Bachynski says he is going to work with city administration to address concerns following changes to downtown parking payment.

"I appreciate the feedback ... this is what it’s all about: When there’s a concern like this." - #YQRCC Mayor Chad Bachynski on downtown parking payment changes

#yqr #reginanews #regina #saskatchewan #downtown

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Meet the teams: Here is who is representing Sask. at this year’s Brier For the second-straight year, Saskatchewan will have two teams in green at the Brier, including provincial champion Team Knapp

The province's Brier Tankard drought stands at 46 years and two teams are vying to break the streak.

Meet the Team Saskatchewans for the 2026 Brier in St. John's:

#curling #brier2026 #sksports #saskatchewan

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A couple #Saskatchewan athletes competing today in Milano-Cortina.

#moguls: Maia Schwinghammer recorded the 6th best score to qualify for the Women's final

#biathlon: Logan Pletz finishes 77th in the 20k Biathlon

#sksports #olympics #Canada

Team Campbell loss to Ontario crushes Scotties’ hopes for Saskatchewan A Draw 15 loss to Team Ontario has ended Saskatchewan’s chance at making the playoffs at the 2026 Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Mississauga, Ont. Wednesday night.

A Draw 15 loss Wednesday night to Team Ontario has ended Saskatchewan’s chance at making the playoffs at the 2026 Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Mississauga, Ont.

#STOH2026 #curling #skcurl #saskatchewan #sksports

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KeeSean Johnson signs extension to stay in Saskatchewan: sources Receiver KeeSean Johnson has signed an extension with the Saskatchewan Roughriders

WR KeeSean Johnson has signed an extension with the #Roughriders; sources have told The Canadian Press, confirmed by TSN's Dave Naylor.

#saskatchewan #Riders #Ridernation #sksports #cfl #cflnews

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Here are the Saskatchewan athletes headed to the 2026 Winter Olympics Seven athletes from Saskatchewan are set to compete at the 2026 Olympic Games in Milano-Cortina, Italy.

Seven athletes from Saskatchewan are set to compete at the 2026 Olympic Games in Milano-Cortina, Italy.

#olympics #teamcanada #saskatchewan #sksports

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Former RPS officer charged with breach of trust lied about name, occupation while pursuing intimate relationships with victims Former Regina police officer charged with breach of trust lied about name, occupation while pursuing intimate relationships with victims

According to an agreed statement of facts, there were 33 victims total.

Semenchuck had also used an alias at times, lying about his name and occupation to some of the victims.

#yqr #reginanews #regina #saskatchewan #sknews

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‘No longer adequate’: SUMA advocating for modernization of municipal tax collection SUMA is looking to explore alternative revenue tools for municipalities, including new or improved taxation options.

“With the pressures and the responsibilities now, [municipal revenue sharing] is no longer adequate." - SUMA President Randy Goulden.

#skpoli #yqrcc #yqr #reginanews #sknews #saskatchewan

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Meet the team: Here is who is representing Sask. at this year’s Scotties Regina Highland Club's Team Campbell, led by skip Jolene Campbell, is ready for this year's national women's curling championships in Mississauga, Ont.

“We know what to expect and we’ll just enjoy it I think the same way they did." - Jolene Campbell comparing 2011 SK Scotties winning team with 2026 Team Sask

#skcurl #curling #STOH2026 #sksports #saskatchewan

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Survey says: Riders score above average in CFLPA survey results The Saskatchewan Roughriders scored above average in a series of categories surveyed among members of the CFLPA.

The Saskatchewan Roughriders scored a 'C' or better in each surveyed category.

Visiting Team Accommodations in Edmonton were the most commented issue among CFLPA members

READ MORE:

#cfl #cflnews #Riders #saskatchewan #sksports

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Championships & heartbreaks: A look back at Sask.’s top stories in sports for 2025 From the thrill of championship victories to the heartbreak of second place finishes, record seasons and the surfacing of budding stars, sports captivated the province in 2025.

Championships & heartbreaks: A look back at Sask.’s top stories in sports for 2025

#saskatchewan #sksports #2025recap

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Here are Saskatchewan’s connections to Canada’s 2026 Olympic hockey roster Darcy Kuemper, Brayden Point and Josh Morrissey headline Sask. connections to Canada’s 2026 Olympic roster

Darcy Kuemper, Brayden Point and Josh Morrissey headline Sask. connections to Canada’s 2026 Olympic roster

#hockeycanada #olympics #saskatchewan

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#yqrcc #regina #yqr #reginanews

Total amendments presented: 42
Total amendments passed: 15
Total amendments WD: 12

(.357)

Radons obviously Ward 7 - not 5.

Brain still fried.

Jason Mancinelli, Ward 9: 1/3 (.333)

Total votes for: 10
Total votes against: 22

#yqrcc #yqr #regina #reginanews

Maybe tomorrow I’ll look at who voted for which amendments that passed & failed.

TBD.

George Tsiklis, Ward 2: 2/13, 1 found OO (.154)

Total votes for: 63
Total votes against: 93

Sarah Turnbull, Ward 5: 2/3, 1 WD (.667)

Total votes for: 22
Total votes against: 11

Mark Burton, Ward 4: 0/2, 3 WD (.000)

Total votes for: 4
Total votes against: 17

#yqrcc #yqr #regina #reginanews

Dan Rashovich, Ward 1: 0/5, 3 WD (.000)

Total votes for: 19
Total votes against: 27

Clark Bezo, Ward 10: 0/1, 4 WD, 1 found OO (.000)

Total votes for: 3
Total votes against: 8

#yqrcc #yqr #regina #reginanews

Shanon Zachidniak, Ward 8: 2/4 (.500)

Total votes for: 22
Total votes against: 22

David Froh, Ward 3: 4/4 (1.000)

Total votes for: 36
Total votes against: 7

Victoria Flores, Ward 6: 1/2 (.500)

Total votes for: 9
Total votes against: 13

#yqrcc #yqr #regina #reginanews

Here’s who made an impact on the 2026 budget:

#yqrcc #yqr #regina #reginanews

FINAL AMENDMENT SUCCESS RATE, BY COUN. & support they received for each amendment.

Shobna Randons, Ward 5: 3/5, 1 WD (.600)

Total votes for: 24
Total votes against 31

City council approves record 10.9% property tax increase, 7.82% utility rate hike According to the city, the approved 10.9 per cent mill rate increase is highest single-year property tax increase in Regina's history.

According to acting city manager Jim Nicol, it is the highest single-year property tax increase in Regina’s history.

#yqrcc #regina #yqr #reginanews

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I can provide that later when I’m less busy.

Council approves 10.9% property tax increase After nearly five full days of hearing from delegates, discussion and debate Regina city council has approved a mill rate increase of 10.9 per cent.

#BREAKING

Regina city council has approved a mill rate increase of 10.9 per cent.

#yqrcc #Regina #yqr #reginanews

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Youre likely correct. I may have stepped out of the room quickly for a phone call or bathroom break and missed it.

Bless

Amendment success rate, by councillor (thru 2 days):

#yqrcc #yqr #regina #reginanews

Randons 1/2, 1 WD

Zachidniak 2/2

Froh 3/3

Flores (No attempts)

Rashovich 0/5, 2 WD

Bezo 0/1, 1 WD, 1 found OO

Tsiklis 2/13, 1 found OO

Turnbull 2/3

Burton 0/2, 3 WD

Mancinelli (no opportunity)

Councillor’s motion to halt EV bus purchases found out of order, tossed out Earlier this week, Coun. Clark Bezo took to social media saying he planned to introduce the amendment during the course of debate but it was found out of order to the meeting.

Despite indicating his intention to halt the city’s purchase of electric buses, Ward 10 Coun. Clark Bezo’s motion did not even make it to floor as it was deemed out of order.

#yqrcc #regina #yqr #reginanews

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Mayor begins third day of budget deliberations with amendment to bring mill rate increase to 10.73% Regina city council has a new forecasted mill rate increase for 2026 after an amendment put forward by Mayor Chad Bachynski to begin budget deliberations Wednesday morning.

A series of budget cuts and deferrals to a variety of city services were listed in his motion which will save the city $12.7 million in expenses.

#yqrcc #regina #yqr #reginanews

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‘Original sin of Pat Fiacco’: City workers’ union supports possible mill rate hike, business advocates opposed Regina’s Civic Middle Management Association says the city is now paying for the transgressions of past mayors and councils.

Regina’s Civic Middle Management Association strongly opposed any reductions to this year’s operating budget.

#yqrcc #regina #yqr #reginanews

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Council approves $131.89M police budget on Day 1 of deliberations A total of $116.1 million will be provided by the city, which represents $7.2 million more than what council approved last year.

Of that, $116.1 million will be city tax funding which is $7.2 million more than what council approved last year.

#yqrcc #regina #reginacitybudget #yqr

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Rookie season. Got it made.

#riders #ridernation #ridersnews #sksports #cfl #cflnews #broadcaster #sportsjournalist #journo #2025season