Moose Jaw athletes off for Canada Summer Games in Newfoundland

Nine Moose Jaw athletes have been selected for Team Sask and will help represent our province at the 2025 Canada Summer Games, taking place August 9–25 in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.

The hometown delegation spans a wide range of sports — from cycling and athletics to team sports like softball and basketball. More than 4,500 athletes from across the country will compete in this year’s Games.

“Every one of our teams has put in a tremendous amount of preparation to get ready for their moment on the national stage,” said Team Sask boss Greg Perreaux.

Woman accused of attempted murder denied bail

A 30-year-old woman facing charges including attempted murder was denied bail in Moose Jaw provincial court on Tuesday. 

Meagan Windover sat with her head in her hands, visibly crying as Judge David Chow delivered his ruling. 

Details of the show cause hearing and the allegations presented during the proceedings are protected under a publication ban. 

Producers Highlight Regenerative Farming at Field Day

A hands-on Field Day hosted by the Saskatchewan Soil Association is set to take place this Friday near St. Victor, Saskatchewan, offering a unique opportunity for farmers, ranchers, and agricultural enthusiasts to witness the power of regenerative farming in action.

"The event is for anybody who has an interest in rejuvenating their soils or looking for soil health practices that will improve the health of their soil," said Tanya Craddock, an executive producer for Sask Soil. 

Bank of Canada to make interest rate decision as trade uncertainty swirls

The Bank of Canada is expected to make an interest rate decision this morning.

Economists and financial markets widely expect the central bank will keep its policy rate steady at 2.75 per cent.

A surprisingly strong June jobs report and signs of stubbornness in core inflation convinced many economists the bank would remain on hold.

The Bank of Canada left its key rate unchanged at its two most recent decisions as it waits for more clarity on how Canada's tariff dispute with the United States will affect inflation and the economy.

British Columbians told to avoid coast, after Russia quake triggers tsunami advisory

British Columbians are being urged to stay away from coastal areas that remain under a tsunami advisory, after one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded triggered warnings and alerts around the Pacific.

The District of Tofino says beaches are closed, while the province's emergency information agency says people in areas covered by the advisory should stay away from shorelines, with strong waves and currents possible.

Ed Sidebottom

It is with a mixture of sadness for us and joy for Ed that we let you know that Ed Sidebottom got to meet his Lord and Saviour, Jesus, on Saturday, July 12, 2025.

Ed struggled with MS for the last 17 years as it slowly took his functions away…but it never took away his love for Jesus and we rejoice with him that he is fully healed and whole in Jesus’ presence now.

Algae bloom peaks at Buffalo Pound: WSA says conditions ‘typical’ but caution still urged

While rainfall has returned to southern Saskatchewan in recent weeks, high temperatures and calm conditions have triggered a familiar summer nuisance: algae blooms at Buffalo Pound Lake.

Patrick Boyle with the Water Security Agency (WSA) says the seasonal surge in algae is expected at this time of year and has been monitored for decades. He stressed the phenomenon is natural — but not without risk.

Plenty of activities coming to the Moose Jaw Public Library next month

August is just around the corner, and that means another month chock-full of activities for all ages at the Moose Jaw Public Library (MJPL). 

There’s the library’s regular summer programming, of course, including weekly Magic the Gathering sessions, the Maker Saturday program, as well as Storytime in the Park, Come and Go Play!, and the MJPL Movie Club, just to name a few. 

One impaired driver caught in police check stop

The Moose Jaw Police Service conducted a high-visibility check stop last week and took one impaired driver off the road. 

The police conducted 65 roadside screening tests for alcohol and one oral fluid test for marijuana impairment. 

Of the 65 screening tests for alcohol, 64 of the drivers passed and one driver was found to be over the legal limit. 

Storm water utility passes third reading

The City of Moose Jaw’s storm water utility is now official after city council passed third reading of the bylaw on Monday night. 

The utility will see residents charged a flat rate of $9.80 per month per property, regardless of size. It will fund the storm water sewer system’s operations and infrastructure as a standalone funding source, rather than competing for funding with other city projects.