Estevan

The Estevan Police Service (EPS) responded to a few incidents over the past couple of days, including reports of a breach of release conditions, a hit-and-run, and fraud.

On Feb. 2, EPS members attended a local hotel after a resident reported that an individual was on the property despite release conditions prohibiting contact with them. Officers spoke with the male subject, advised him of the complaint, and cautioned that if he returned, he would be arrested and charged with breaching his release conditions. He left the property without further incident.

The 2024 YouthBiz competition has wrapped up, with students from across southeast Saskatchewan being recognized for their innovative business ideas, financial literacy skills, and digital creativity. This year’s contest awarded $3,800 in prizes to young entrepreneurs, with winners spanning a range of industries from handmade crafts to high-end car sales.

The Canadian Beef Advisors (CBA) have released the 2025-30 National Beef Strategy. 

“The National Beef Strategy is about the future. We want people to know that the beef industry is preparing the way for the next generation”, states Bob Lowe, Chair of Public and Stakeholder Engagement.

The fundraising event on Saturday for 13-year-old Elizabeth Trepanier, who is fighting Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), saw an overwhelming show of support from the community. While total attendance and funds raised are still being calculated, Elizabeth’s family expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of generosity that filled the night.

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says North Americans can feel some relief but not declare victory after U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to not impose sweeping tariffs on Canada for another month.

Moe told CBC the 30-day pause is a positive step and will allow leaders to continue their engagement efforts to prevent the U.S. from imposing the tariffs.

KPCL Dirt Movers announced a substantial donation last week, with $250,000 going to the Saskatoon Food Bank &Learning Centre. (SFBLC)

The money will go towards the SFBLC's new infrastructure, which is being worked on with a donation campaign.

KPCL Dirt Movers President Kelly Panteluk talks about why they wanted to help out the food bank.

Uncertainty still hangs over the Canadian economy despite U.S. President Donald Trump announcing a 30-day pause in tariffs that were to take effect today.

The temporary reprieve halts — at least for now — a continental trade war that economists on both sides of the border warned would raise prices.

Trump's decision meant Canada and the provinces also halted their moves to retaliate including with tariffs and bans on U.S. alcohol sales north of the border.

It’s annual general meeting time for the Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) and president Jill Verwey from the Portage area says there is plenty to cover. The AGM is happening today, February 4th, at the Delta Hotel in Winnipeg.

Verwey noted that, overall, Manitoba producers experienced a productive year in 2024. However, she highlighted concerns regarding crop pricing and the logistics of shipping grain.  

"It's been a tight fall and going into spring there several challenges faced by farmers.” 

The Estevan Bruins had mixed results over the weekend, but head coach Drew Kocur is staying focused on building momentum as the team moves closer to the playoffs.

The weekend began with a 2-2 overtime draw against a rival team on Friday night. Although Kocur believed the Bruins deserved to come away with the full two points, he was pleased with the team’s effort. The following day, the Bruins bounced back with a solid 5-2 victory on the road.

U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed not to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico for another month, pulling back from a plan that would have tipped North America into a trade war on Tuesday.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with Trump twice on Monday, their first discussions since the president took over the White House on Jan. 20. After what Trudeau described on social media as a "good call" in the afternoon, the two leaders agreed to pause tariffs for at least 30 days.