Andrew Benson

2 days ago | globalnews.ca | Andrew Benson

It’s a flight that’s never been offered before in Regina and Saskatoon. This summer, travellers will have a non-stop flight from both major cities to Halifax once a week. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.

1 week ago | globalnews.ca | Andrew Benson

As easter break and summer approach, the Saskatchewan Science Centre is gearing up with a new exhibit. It’s a chance for people to test their mind and their eye to see what really is reality. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day.

1 week ago | globalnews.ca | Andrew Benson

It’s a potentially scary situation for new parents, as Regina’s General Hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is described as overcapacity and nurses are searching for help. The news comes after the Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN) published an anonymous email sent to the union by someone who said they are an NICU staff member. “We’ve been operating over capacity for weeks, with no immediate relief in sight,” the email reads.

4 weeks ago | globalnews.ca | Andrew Benson

Saskatchewan premier Scott Moe has announced the province will be the "first fully carbon tax-free province in Canada."Moe took to the social media platform X to make the announcement. Saskatchewan will be the first fully carbon tax-free province in Canada-saving families money and helping our businesses stay competitive amid tariff threats. Here is what that means for you.

4 weeks ago | globalnews.ca | Andrew Benson

"Change doesn't come from silence"Those are the words from Prairie Harm Reduction (PHR), as they desperately search for help dealing with Saskatoon's overdose crisis. On Tuesday, the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC) said there have been nine suspected overdose deaths. According to PHR and the Saskatchewan's coroners service, there have been 49 suspected overdose deaths from January to Feb. 28 in the province. March's numbers in Saskatoon thus far would bring the total to 58 on the year.