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Highway 20 near Craven has reopened to traffic after a second train derailment in as many days caused a temporary closure and detours in the area.

Lumsden RCMP confirmed Monday that a new derailment occurred west of Craven, prompting a full closure of Highway 20 in both directions. The initial derailment took place on Sunday, with crews still working in the area when the second incident occurred.

No injuries were reported and police said no dangerous goods were spilled. Cleanup efforts were expected to take several hours.

Saskatchewan led the country in job growth last month and posted the lowest unemployment rate in Canada, according to new labour force figures released Friday by Statistics Canada.

The province added 21,100 jobs year-over-year in April, an increase of 3.6 per cent—the highest percentage increase among provinces. Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate sat at 4.3 per cent, well below the national average of 6.9 per cent.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is warning the public about a risk of measles exposure in Kindersley following confirmation of multiple cases in the community.

Residents who visited certain locations between May 5 and May 8 are being urged to monitor for symptoms of the highly contagious virus for up to 21 days after their potential exposure.

The locations and times include:

• Cameron’s Clothing Company, 705 11 Ave E

  • Monday, May 5: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

  • Tuesday, May 6: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Cenovus Energy is responding to a well release at the Rush Lake 2 thermal facility, about 80 kilometres south of Lloydminster.

Air quality is being monitored in the area and nearby residents are receiving updates about current conditions. One family has been evacuated from their home—Cenovus says it is a cautionary measure.
As part of the response to the incident, Cenovus is injecting water into the well. This is creating a visible plume near the injection site comprised mainly of dirt and water vapour. There is also an increased odour.

RCMP in Warman are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect involved in a disturbing sexual offence south of Saskatoon.

On May 9, at around 12:30 p.m., police received a report of an incident at a business located off Highway 762. Investigators say an unknown adult male lured a child under the age of six to a secluded area on the property and exposed himself.

The offence was interrupted by the child’s family, and the suspect fled into a nearby wooded area. Police say the child was not physically harmed.

Living in Saskatchewan, you've either been on the receiving end — or you've given — a wave to every passing car.

For those unfamiliar with the gesture, I asked the all-knowing internet to break down the meaning behind this simple but powerful action.

Purpose Behind the Farmer's Wave:

1. Community Acknowledgment: It’s a way to recognize fellow community members, showing that you see and respect them.

The Kindersley Wildlife Federation welcomed families to its Family Range Day on Saturday at the Kindersley Gun Range.

Visitors were invited to try out a variety of shooting ranges free of charge, including archery, trap shooting, rifle, and pistol stations. All equipment, including firearms, bows, and ammunition, was provided by the federation, and participants were supervised by licensed individuals, meaning no personal firearms licenses were required.

A distinguished professor emeritus in the Department of Biosystems Engineering at the University of Manitoba will be invested into the Order of Manitoba this summer.

Dr. Digvir S. Jayas, an engineer and agrologist, has received multiple awards for his 30-year research and teaching career. He conducts research related to drying, handling and storing of grains and oilseeds and digital image processing for grading and processing operations in the Agri-Food industry.

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced his new cabinet today.

One of the new faces at the cabinet table will be 59 year old Heath MacDonald an MP from Prince Edward Island, as he takes on the role of Federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister.

MacDonald was first elected as an MP in 2021 after previously serving in the Provincial Legislature

Kody Blois, who was appointed ag minister in early March following Carney's leadership win i
 was left out of cabinet.

Other key ministers of note relating to the ag industry :