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CTV News
3 days ago
- CTV News
Saskatoon Transit says the driver charged in a pedestrian hit-and-run is no longer employed
A Saskatoon Transit bus is seen parked in downtown Saskatoon, providing essential transportation services to city residents, Wednesday, May 21. (Hayatullah Amanat/CTV News) A former Saskatoon Transit driver was charged for failing to stop at the scene of a crash that left a 49-year-old seriously injured back in May. In a Tuesday news release, the Saskatoon police said the 42-year-old driver was charged in connection with a May 18 collision with a pedestrian in the 1900 block of 8th Street East. The victim, a 49-year-old man, was taken to hospital with serious but not life threatening injuries, police said. Investigators with the traffic unit later determined the pedestrian was hit by a Saskatoon Transit bus. Saskatoon Transit told CTV News in an email that it fully cooperated with the police investigation. 'The employee was put on administrative leave shortly after the incident occurred while an internal investigation was carried out and no longer works for Saskatoon Transit.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Former Saskatoon city bus driver charged with hit and run
A former Saskatoon Transit driver is facing a hit-and-run charge after allegedly hitting a pedestrian while driving a city bus on May 18. The 49-year-old victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being struck in the 1900 block of Eighth Street East, according to a police news release. Police say the driver fled the scene in the bus. After months of investigation, the 42-year-old driver has been charged with failing to stop after an accident. Saskatoon Transit said in a statement that the employee was put on administrative leave shortly after the incident pending an internal investigation and no longer works for the bus service.
CBC
3 days ago
- CBC
Former Saskatoon city bus driver charged with hit and run
A former Saskatoon Transit driver is facing a hit-and-run charge after allegedly hitting a pedestrian while driving a city bus on May 18. The 49-year-old victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being struck in the 1900 block of Eighth Street East, according to a police news release. Police say the driver fled the scene in the bus. After months of investigation, the 42-year-old driver has been charged with failing to stop after an accident. Saskatoon Transit said in a statement that the employee was put on administrative leave shortly after the incident pending an internal investigation and no longer works for the bus service.
Global News
29-06-2025
- Global News
Changes to key Saskatoon bus routes take effect
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook Saskatonians who get around by bus will want to make note of significant changes to the transit system that take effect Sunday. As of June 29, Saskatoon Transit is implementing route changes it says will simplify the bus network, improve reliability and provide more frequent and direct connections to major destinations such as schools, shopping areas and USask. 'By creating a more connected transit system, buses will arrive more often and on time, providing riders with more reliable travel options,' the transit service says. 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. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Key changes: Route 8 becomes the only route on 8th Street between City Centre and Centre Mall, operating at a 10-minute frequency during peak hours. becomes the only route on 8th Street between City Centre and Centre Mall, operating at a 10-minute frequency during peak hours. Route 10 replaces portions of Routes 81 and 82, connecting USask, Taylor Street and Centre Mall more efficiently. replaces portions of Routes 81 and 82, connecting USask, Taylor Street and Centre Mall more efficiently. Route 17 is modified and consolidates a portion of Route 13 to offer continuous service between Lawson Heights Mall and Stonebridge via USask, with new evening and weekend service for Lawson Heights Mall. is modified and consolidates a portion of Route 13 to offer continuous service between Lawson Heights Mall and Stonebridge via USask, with new evening and weekend service for Lawson Heights Mall. Local route adjustments Route 16 improves speed and connections to City Centre, USask and Market Mall; service along 7th Street is removed and replaced by service along Main Street. Routes 84, 86, 87 will have faster travel times and better connections to Centre Mall; these routes will not operate west of Centre Mall. Schedule changes to Routes 18 and 83 to improve reliability. Saskatoon Transit says the changes will undergird phase one of its upcoming system overhaul, dubbed the Bus Network Redesign. Story continues below advertisement The transit service says the overhaul is necessary to keep up with surging ridership numbers. It will be timed to integrate the three planned Link Bus Rapid Transit lines it hopes to have online by spring 2028. In-depth public consultation on the network redesign is scheduled to begin this fall.
CTV News
24-05-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
These Saskatoon roads are closed Sunday for the Sask. marathon
Saskatoon is getting ready for the 47th annual Saskatchewan Marathon, and the city has announced a major road closure on the day. The Saskatchewan Marathon is set to take place on Sunday, May 25, and the road closures will start at 5 a.m., affecting several major roads in Saskatoon. The City of Saskatoon says the following roads will be closed on Sunday: - Ruth Street from St Henry Avenue to Herman Avenue - Taylor Street from St. Henry Avenue to Eastlake Avenue - Traffic bridge from 11th Street to 19th Street - Victoria Avenue NB lanes from 11th Street to Taylor Street - Spadina Crescent from 2nd Avenue to 3rd Avenue - Spadina Crescent NB lanes from 20th Street to Pinehouse Drive - 3rd Avenue NB lanes from 19th Street to 20th Street - 20th Street EB lanes from 3rd Avenue to Spadina Crescent Saskatchewan Marathon Detours will be in place to guide motorists around the race route, and roadways will reopen as racers complete various stages. All roads are expected to be open by 1:30 p.m., weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances. Drivers are reminded to drive carefully, watch for participants and officials, and be aware of 'no parking' signs along the marathon route. The city says Saskatoon Transit may also be affected by these detours. Runners will start the day at Diefenbaker Park and wind their way through whatever route they signed up for. Runners can do the MaraFun 2.2 kilometre trek, all the way up to the 42.2-kilometre run. Last year's marathon drew a record 5,000 participants. For more information on current road restrictions and construction, click here.
