Saskatchewan RCMP encouraging drivers to postpone travel plans

Saskatchewan RCMP say that recent freezing rain and snow continue to impact road conditions across much of the province. Winter conditions exist on highways surrounding Moose Jaw, with icy/slippery sections and drifting snow.

From noon on December 27 to 11 a.m. on December 28, Saskatchewan RCMP’s Operational Communication Centre received 59 reports of motor vehicle collisions and 37 non-collision weather-related reports, such as traffic hazards and vehicles in the ditch.

Travel not recommended on highways surrounding Moose Jaw

Motorists are being advised to stay off the highways as an Alberta Clipper moves into the region.

As of 12:00 am (Dec 25), Saskatchewan's Highway Hotline is not recommending travel on highways surrounding Moose Jaw including Highway 1, Highway 2, and Highway 363.

Visibility is zero, with swirling snow, loose snow, snow drifts, and drifting snow.

For further detais, visit https://hotline.gov.sk.ca/

Alberta Clipper expected to hit Saskatchewan; Special weather statement issued

Environment and Climate Change Canada says an Alberta Clipper will move into Saskatchewan Saturday night bringing a swath of mixed precipitation and strong winds to the southwest corner of the province.

Ice pellets and freezing rain are the primary hazards with this system beginning this evening and transitioning into light snow by Sunday morning.

Along with the mixed precipitation, southerly winds on tonight will shift to strong northwesterly by Sunday morning. There could be some gusts up to 70-80 km/h and possibly higher near the Cypress Hills.

Apartment fire deemed accidental

Moose Jaw Firefighters have left the scene of the fire at the Empire Apartments building which started early this morning.

Firefighters were called to the building, located at the corner of Caribou Street and 4th Ave NW, shortly after 4 am.

Deputy Fire Chief Mike Russell provided an update just before 4 pm.

Case involving suspect in October shooting adjourned until the new year

The man accused of attempted murder, after allegedly shooting at police back in October, made another court appearance in Moose Jaw Provincial Court on Monday.

The case involving 32-year-old Jirard Saddleback of Calgary has been adjourned until the new year.

Saddleback was remanded by consent and will stay in custody until the next court date of January 10, 2023.

RCMP detachments in south-central Saskatchewan note steady increase in reports of property crime

Since mid-November, RCMP detachments in south-central Saskatchewan have noted a steady increase in reports of property crime, including break-and-enters and thefts. A number of items have been reported as stolen in these incidents, including vehicles, firearms, tools and electronics. I

Investigation has determined these crimes may be committed by suspects armed with weapons. Investigators are working to determine if they are connected. 

School buses cancelled

All local school buses in the City of Moose Jaw have been cancelled for the day due to the extreme cold.

The Prairie South School Division made the call just after 6 AM as did the Holy Trinity Catholic School Division.  

They're reminding parents to make sure the kids are dressed for the extreme cold if they walk to school.

Sask RCMP WEST arrest 42-year-old Brownlee man wanted on multiple warrants; Over 10 kgs of fentanyl seized

A 42-year-old man from Brownlee, SK, who was wanted on multiple warrants, has been arrested in Edmonton.

In the Summer of 2022, the Saskatchewan RCMP Warrant and Enforcement Team (WEST) launched an investigation into the arrest of Kurt Miller who was wanted on 25 outstanding charges.

CP Holiday Train rolls into Moose Jaw; Event planned for later this afternoon

Canadian Pacific's (CP) Holiday Train will be rolling into downtown Moose Jaw Tuesday afternoon (Dec 6).

The train will pull into the CP Station in Downtown Moose Jaw around 4:30 pm with its spectacular lights and musical performances by Canadian country music artist Tenille Townes and Toronto-based Oji-Cree Singer Songwriter Aysanabee.