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At Eaton School, science class comes with a side of soil.

Students from grades 5 to 9 are trading desks for dirt as they explore agriculture, environmental science, and wellness through a thriving outdoor classroom and garden project. The space, led by teacher Nichole Bredy and supported by fellow educators Jennifer Bews and Kirsten Theaker, is transforming how students connect with the land and with learning.

Police and parks officials say one person was killed and three were injured in a rockfall at a remote hiking trail in Banff National Park.

They say the search continues to confirm no other hikers are missing following the early afternoon tragedy at Bow Glacier Falls, north of Lake Louise.

One person had been found dead and the extent of the injuries to the other three is unknown.

Two of the three injured were taken to a Calgary hospital by STARS air ambulance and the third went to hospital by ground ambulance.

Emergency crews were on scene Thursday evening following a collision involving a semi-truck at the intersection of Highways 11 and 15 near Kenaston.

The crash occurred around suppertime, debris was scattered across the highway, and traffic was disrupted as emergency responders worked to secure the scene.

There was no immediate word on injuries. RCMP and other emergency services remained on-site as of early Thursday evening, and no official updates had been provided by police or EMS.

The 18U AAA Zone 7 Sun Devils are noticing some clear growth with summer play well underway out of the Saskatchewan Premier Baseball League.

The group is 5-11 on the season. The team has two shutout wins in their last four games, already surpassing their 2024 win total this season.

A few local players are on the team that encompasses a wide-ranging area. Graduated players from last year haven't gone far either, playing senior in the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League with the Unity Cardinals.

Whether you’re itching to swing a golf club, pick up a crochet hook or test your luck at the slots, Biggar has a little something for everyone this summer.

The town’s calendar is packed with events heading into late June, beginning with the Biggar Golf Club’s Par 3 Tournament on June 20. That same day, the Family Centre will host its regular Teen Group gathering, followed by a Clothing Exchange on June 21 and Sign Language Classes on June 23.

Reports of fraud in Saskatchewan RCMP jurisdictions have surged by 81 per cent over the past decade, with financial scams and credit card-related fraud driving the spike, according to data released by RCMP crime analysts.

From 2014 to 2024, police recorded a 200 per cent increase in fraud involving sums over $5,000 and a staggering 335 per cent rise in credit card fraud, forgery, and theft.

Rescue crews, police and paramedics scrambled to a remote region of Banff National Park late Thursday amid reports that a group of hikers were hit by a rock slide, causing possible injuries and deaths.

“The initial report indicated there were multiple hikers and there may be serious injuries and/or fatalities,” RCMP Cpl. Gina Slaney said in a news release.

Parks Canada, in a statement said, it is responding to a report of "a serious rockfall incident with involvement near Bow Glacier Falls in Banff National Park."

Carol Brown Obituary

1944 ~ 2025 (age 80)

It is with great sadness that the family of Carol Brown announce her passing on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at the age of 80 years.

Beloved wife of the late Terry Brown;

loving mother of Darren (Fawn) Brown, and Laura-Lee Brown (Darcy Poochay);

grandmother of Zander and Connor Brown and Jonah Poochay.

No services will be held for Carol.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Flin Flon/ Creighton SPCA with details on how to donate located below.

Swift Current Rural RCMP is asking the public to keep an eye out for a man who's wanted on several charges.

31-year-old Walkara Kunkel is wanted on four charges that were laid in an investigation that took place in November 2022;

Unauthorized possession of a firearm or prohibited weapon,
Unsafe storage of a firearm,
Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, and
Resisting a peace officer.

It's official: starting January 1, 2026, Conexus, Cornerstone, and Synergy Credit Union will officially merge together to "form a stronger, more resilient credit union" according to merger information released earlier this week. 

Each credit union entering the merger required a 75 per cent approval vote from its members. Synergy Credit Union members voted 88.7 per cent in favour, Conexus Credit Union second at 87.5 per cent, and Cornerstone a little less at 86.5 per cent.