Prairie drone corridor aims to keep skies safe and curb illegal border activity

The RCMP has launched a trial drone corridor along parts of the Canada-U.S. border in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba to help combat smuggling and drug trafficking. The corridor extends up to 500 feet in altitude and one nautical mile north of the border. Local pilots are asked to provide advance notice before entering the corridor to ensure safe operations.

Breaking the chain of transmission: SHA seeks to increase measles vaccination rates

The outbreak of measles provincially and nationally has the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) issuing exposure alerts and taking measures to limit the spread. However, Medical Health Officer for the region, Dr. Stanley Enebeli, acknowledges the effective response observed in our communities, saying the region has seen little transmission. 

Carlyle RCMP looking for information on driver following hit-and-run incident

The Carlyle RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in locating the driver of a white Dodge truck that was involved in a hit and run this morning.

At around 7 a.m. on Highway 9 just north of Alameda, the truck was southbound on Highway 9 when it crossed the center line and clipped the oncoming vehicle.

RCMP reported that there were no injuries, with the victim's vehicle being drivable following the incident.

$3.75 million program to build or improve Saskatchewan school playgrounds opens this fall

A $3.75 million annual investment from the Government of Saskatchewan into a new program to help fund school playground equipment in communities across the province is coming this fall. Through the program, up to $50,000 in matched funding will be available for schools to build new or update existing playground equipment.

"Our government recognizes that every child deserves a place to play," Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Alana Ross said in the announcement.

Speedway hosts championship night with fierce competition expected

It's the final opportunity for racers to win some points for the Estevan Motor Speedway, as tonight is their championship night. Across all of their divisions, racers will be battling to get the last points they need for the top spot in their division.

Speedway President Brad Pierson says that there'll be plenty of competition that night.

North Portal's historic church finds new life as Village office and community hub

In a move that blends practicality with community spirit, the Village of North Portal has officially relocated its office to a new home, the village’s recently acquired church building. Gifted to the village this past April, the church offers a unique blend of charm and functionality, making it an ideal location for both administrative and community use.

Canola meeting results in three key initiatives

When it comes to restoring our canola trade with China, the Canadian canola industry wants to see action and engagement from all levels of government, with everyone working together to protect our market share.

Premier Scott Moe, along with his Agriculture Minister Darryl Harrison and Trade and Export Minister Warren Kaeding, met with federal/provincial canola groups, as well as exporters, canola crush and value-added companies.

Music, art, and more: What’s happening in Estevan this weekend

Looking for something to do in Estevan this weekend? Here’s what’s happening: 

FRIDAY: 

Estevan Motor Speedway Championship Night – Experience high-speed thrills and championship-level racing on the track.

Living Hope Church Free Drive in Movie- Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, Living Hope Community Church is hosting a free outdoor showing of The Lego Movie 2. 

Saskatchewan budget takes big hit, from $12M surplus to $349M deficit

Saskatchewan's financial fortunes this year have taken a dramatic hit.

The province had budgeted a $12-million surplus this fiscal year, but a first-quarter update issued Friday announced that the modest surplus is now on track to be a $349-million deficit.

It's tying the reversal to a $172-million drop in revenues, most of it from its Crown agency, SaskPower.