Estevan

The provincial budget delivered Wednesday contained $3.5 billion for education, an increase of 5.5 per cent from the 2024-25 budget. This included $2.4 billion for school operating funding and $191.3 million for school capital projects.  

Part of the operating funding will be going towards the creation of 50 specialized classrooms, explained Everett Hindley, the Minister of Education.  

The Carbon Tax's consumer side is set to be taken off on April 1st, lowering costs on some consumer items. That includes the price of gas, diesel, and any item which could potentially be impacted by shipping costs.

For the city, the tax coming off brings a few opportunities, according to Mayor Tony Sernick.

The Community Safety Net program, originally introduced by the former school resource focuses on providing safety education for youth and seniors. Run by a Canadian organization specializing in safety awareness, the program offers educational books funded through community donations.

“We thank the members of the Estevan community that supported the cause, because without them we can’t continue with this initiative, and it’s a really great program,” said Constable Danielle Stephany of the Estevan Police Service.

After 4 incredible years, this weekend marks the final episode of the Canadian Country Showcase. I want to take a moment to send out a massive THANK YOU to all the amazing artists who have joined me on the show over the years and, of course, to YOU – the listeners – for tuning in, supporting, and sharing in all the special moments along the way.

From celebrating big wins to debuting brand-new music and everything in between, it’s been an unforgettable ride.

The Saskatchewan RCMP are warning people in the province with a list of 10 currently wanted individuals, some of which may be in the southeast.

They released that list earlier today as a way to remind people of what to do if they see a wanted individual.

The names on the list that may be present in the southeast include:

John Alfonso ANASARIAS

The recently released provincial budget outlines the province's priorities for the upcoming year, which will affect cities like Estevan and other communities in the southeast.

For Estevan, Mayor Tony Sernick describes what he sees in the budget as being good and boring.

Think of it as an extended royal family – and one that keeps on growing.

Having recently purchased King’s Department Store, new owner Jade Moore appreciates the family element of a business that has been a fixture of downtown Carlyle for more than 40 years.

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Winner: Devin Tessier  (Yogi)

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Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is announcing a plan to boost training and jobs for workers in skilled trades.

In a news release this morning, Poilievre says his plan for "more boots, less suits" will expand training halls and provide direct grants and faster employment insurance for apprentices in licensed trades.

He says the goal is to deliver higher paycheques to workers and make Canada less reliant on the U.S.