Drivers urged to use caution on Highway 28 following culvert failure
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways is advising motorists to be cautious on a portion of Highway 28 after a culvert failure led to a sinkhole.
The affected area is located on the highway between its junction with Highway 13 and Radville. According to Dan Palmer, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Highways, the ministry became aware of the sinkhole on Monday morning after a culvert in the area failed.
SHA program keeps watch on Nickle Lake water quality this summer
With the unofficial end of summer, the Labour Day long weekend approaching, many are looking forward to heading out to the local lakes. With this in mind, the Saskatchewan Health Authority is reminding the public about its program designed to keep swimmers safe. The provincial Healthy Beaches Program routinely monitors water quality at selected public beaches, including Nickle Lake just outside of Weyburn.
Wildlife Rescue Society asks southeast residents to call first, seeks local volunteers
As late summer brings an increase in wildlife encounters, from young raptors learning to hunt to bats ending up in strange places, the Wildlife Rescue Society of Saskatchewan is reminding residents that expert advice is just a phone call away. The organization, which expects to field over 4,000 calls this year, is also putting out a special call for volunteers in the southeast.
Summer cold, or seasonal allergies?
As combines roll and pollen fills the air across southeast Saskatchewan, many residents are reaching for the tissue box, battling the familiar symptoms of seasonal allergies. To shed some light on this annual affliction, Dr. Stanley Enebeli, Medical Health Officer for the region, explained what causes these allergies, how to tell them apart from a common cold, and what you can do to find relief.
Saskatchewan's inflation rate eases in July, led by falling gas prices
Saskatchewan's inflation rate saw a slight cooling in July, primarily driven by a significant drop in gasoline prices. According to data released Tuesday morning by Statistics Canada, the Consumer Price Index for the province rose by 1.4 per cent on a year-over-year basis, down from the 1.7 per cent rate recorded in June.
Summer cold, or seasonal allergies?
As combines roll and pollen fills the air across southeast Saskatchewan, many residents are reaching for the tissue box, battling the familiar symptoms of seasonal allergies. To shed some light on this annual affliction, Dr. Stanley Enebeli, Medical Health Officer for the region, explained what causes these allergies, how to tell them apart from a common cold, and what you can do to find relief.
Scientists warn against coal extension
A group of concerned atmospheric scientists have issued a position statement, calling on the provincial government to reverse its decision on extending the life of coal-fired power plants beyond the federal government’s mandated date of December 31, 2029. The provincial government’s stance also counters a draft plan from SaskPower that was developed after public consultations to comply with the CER by switching to solar and wind power generation, developing natural gas-fired power generation, and importing power from other jurisdictions.
"Significant consequences" for southeast farms: Scientists warn against coal extension
A group of concerned atmospheric scientists have issued a position statement, calling on the provincial government to reverse its decision on extending the life of coal-fired power plants beyond the federal government’s mandated date of December 31, 2029. The provincial government’s stance also counters a draft plan from SaskPower that was developed after public consultations to comply with the CER by switching to solar and wind power generation, developing natural gas-fired power generation, and importing power from other jurisdictions.
RCMP increasing aerial patrols along US border
The RCMP launched a new initiative Monday evening, with a plan to enhance the security along the Canada-U.S. border. The RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region created a Remotely Piloted Aircraft, or RPAS, corridor.
"Significant consequences" for southeast farms: Scientists warn against coal extension
A group of concerned atmospheric scientists have issued a position statement, calling on the provincial government to reverse its decision on extending the life of coal-fired power plants beyond the federal government’s mandated date of December 31, 2029. The provincial government’s stance also counters a draft plan from SaskPower that was developed after public consultations to comply with the CER by switching to solar and wind power generation, developing natural gas-fired power generation, and importing power from other jurisdictions.