WSA shares details on Lake Diefenbaker water levels
The Water Security Agency (WSA) has addressed the low water levels at Lake Diefenbaker.
In a recent post on its website, the WSA revealed that the inflow at Diefenbaker is at only 28 per cent of its normal capacity.
Typically, the lake receives 440 cubic metres per second of inflow. As of August 22, the lake was only getting 125 cubic metres per second.
The post pointed to hot and dry weather in southern Alberta as the cause for this reduction in stream flows.
Animal lovers have an opportunity to save wildlife with the WRSOS
The Wildlife Rescue Society of Saskatchewan (WRSOS) is a unique entity in all of Canada.
This group comprised of volunteers is dedicating their free time and energy to rescuing wildlife that is injured, stranded, or in other forms of distress. The WRSOS's sole purpose is to make contact with injured animals and get them into the hands of rehabilitators and other experts.
Animal lovers have an opportunity to save wildlife with the WRSOS
The Wildlife Rescue Society of Saskatchewan (WRSOS) is a unique entity in all of Canada.
This group comprised of volunteers is dedicating their free time and energy to rescuing wildlife that is injured, stranded, or in other forms of distress. The WRSOS's sole purpose is to make contact with injured animals and get them into the hands of rehabilitators and other experts.
Car collides with boat being towed near Lac Pelletier
CORRECTION - August 4: This article previously stated that the injured party was taken to hospital with 'serious' injuries. Upon further review of the source material, and thanks to input from a reader, this information was determined to be inaccurate. The injuries were non-serious and non-life-threatening.
ORIGINAL ARTICLE - AUGUST 3:
Cars, trucks, projects and people gather for the first August car show
Last night kicked off a new month and another Taillight Tuesday at the Living Sky Casino.
The Rogue Cruisers are primed for another fun month of weekly car meets, and will once again be hosting the Silver Wings Access Van Inc. as the beneficiary for August.
Motion picture draws the spotlight to Saskatchewan
It's not every day a major motion picture will be filming in Saskatchewan, helping to draw more attention to the prairie cinema scene.
The movie, "Die Alone", is being produced by Regina-based Mind's Eye Entertainment, and is the story of a future where society has ended after an illness wipes out mankind.
The film is unique not only because of its filming in the Land of Living Skies but also because of the big names it will feature. Veterans like Carrie-Anne Moss from The Matrix, and Frank Grillo from Captain America and Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard.
Before schools out for summer, Kyle Composite looks to win $10,000
Playing outside is always better in a greener space.
That's why the kids at Kyle Composite School are excited to compete for a $10,000 grant for their school to get an upgrade for their outdoor area.
Helping the kids in this competition is Kyle School Principal, Penny Calvert.
"We are looking to build an outdoor learning space," said Calvert. "With this [competition] we had to create a video saying why we want to have this money donated to us and our grade nine class jumped on that."
PSAC strike continues amidst calls for cost of living adjustment
The ongoing strike by members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) is continuing as they look to settle contract issues with the federal government.
In the southeast, PSAC members have drawn a picket line In Regina, Weyburn, and Indian Head, looking to bring attention to their cause.
PSAC is a nationwide organization with thousands of members. So far, over 150,000 picketers have taken up the strike across Canada, enacting a stoppage/slowdown to many services.
Advice on coyote interactions
Coyotes are no strangers to Humboldt and the surrounding communities. Towns border on aspen stands, wildlife preserves and open area which are natural habitats for an increasing coyote population.
In the winter months, coyotes skirt the communities in search of prey and occasionally venture into towns and yards. Travis Williams, a wildlife allocation specialist with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment, cautions folks against ever approaching the wild animals.
SaskPower continuous to consider Lake Diefenbaker for nuclear facility
Nuclear power is coming to Saskatchewan. The question is, will it be based near Lake Diefenbaker?
That's what SaskPower is trying to figure out with its continued meeting with various communities around the large, man made lake. Building their Small Modular Reactor (SMR) by the lake would be ideal for the Crown Corporation, as it would provide access to the water needed to cool the facility.
Media Spokesperson for SaskPower, Scott McGregor, is happy with all the feedback they have received during their community visits.