Staying safe around coyotes, tips from the Town of Kindersley

The Town of Kindersley is alerting residents following recent reports of coyote sightings along the Kindersley Community Walking Trail at the Motherwell Resevior.

Coyotes are common throughout North America, frequently found in urban areas as well as open natural spaces such as parks and greenbelts. While sightings in residential neighborhoods can be concerning, experts say it is important to respect these animals and avoid disturbing their natural habitat.

Three arrested after SUV rams RCMP vehicles near Prince Albert

RCMP say three people are facing numerous charges after police vehicles were struck during an attempted traffic stop near Prince Albert this week.

On July 24, around 9 a.m., officers with the Prince Albert RCMP received a report of a wanted man believed to be armed, who was seen driving an SUV on Highway 2 near the Diefenbaker Bridge.

Two calls for service on Tuesday for Kindersley Fire

It was a busy day for Kindersley Fire on Tuesday, as crews responded to two separate calls for service just hours apart.

The first call came in at 5:30 p.m., when rescue, traffic, and command units were dispatched to a two-vehicle head-on collision, alongside RCMP and EMS. The crash left one vehicle in the south ditch and the other about 400 feet away in the north ditch.

Each vehicle had a single occupant, and both sustained minor injuries. Emergency personnel secured the scene before being cleared for service at 6:27 p.m.

Recovery efforts underway in fire-affected communities

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) says it is working with communities and residents impacted by the early and challenging start to the 2025 wildfire season, helping them begin the recovery and rebuilding process.

The SPSA’s Recovery Task Team is coordinating the province’s efforts to assess community needs and provide support following wildfire damage. The team is made up of representatives from the SPSA as well as other provincial ministries, including Environment, Social Services, and Government Relations. Other ministries may be involved as needed.

Expanded access to breast screening now in effect for women 45+

Women in Saskatchewan aged 45 and older are now eligible for breast cancer screening mammograms, as a key change to the province’s screening program took effect this week.

The move is part of a phased plan to gradually lower the age of eligibility to 40 over the next year, with the aim of improving early detection and health outcomes for women across the province.

Recovery efforts underway in fire-affected communities

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) says it is working with communities and residents impacted by the early and challenging start to the 2025 wildfire season, helping them begin the recovery and rebuilding process.

The SPSA’s Recovery Task Team is coordinating the province’s efforts to assess community needs and provide support following wildfire damage. The team is made up of representatives from the SPSA as well as other provincial ministries, including Environment, Social Services, and Government Relations. Other ministries may be involved as needed.

Man on Saskatchewans Most Wanted list arrested in North Battleford

Battlefords RCMP have arrested a man wanted in connection with multiple violent offences, including unauthorized use of a firearm and a vehicle rollover. Frazer Stone was taken into custody on June 22 in North Battleford and is set to appear in provincial court on July 14.

RCMP say Stone was wanted on several serious charges, including four counts of assault with a weapon and four counts of discharging a firearm with intent. He also faces charges of possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose and failing to comply with a release order.