Estevan

Estevan has seen a sharp turn in its coal industry's future with the recent announcement that the province will be expanding Boundary Dam's power unit operational lifetime.

After meeting with the local workers, the province announced that they would seek to extend those units past their end of life.

Lori Carr, the MLA for Estevan-Big Muddy, talks about some expansions which is also being discussed.

Lorne Alfred Hannah
1927 - 2025
 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lorne Alfred Hannah, known to all as Grandpa Hannah, a cherished father, grandfather, and great grandfather, who peacefully passed away on January 23, 2025, at the age of 98.

A Celebration of Lorne’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, SK with Shirley Petterson officiating. The interment will follow at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, Estevan.

After years of hard work and perseverance, Rylan Kleiter and his Saskatoon Nutana Curling Club team have secured their spot at the 2025 Montana's Brier. The foursome captured the Saskatchewan men’s curling championship with an 8-5 victory over Steve Laycock’s Swift Current rink on Sunday night in Kindersley, earning the prestigious SaskTel Tankard.

They heat our homes, fuel our economy, and get us where we need to go, petroleum products, and more specifically, gasoline and diesel are critical for most aspects of modern life. When prices change so do our lives, and with trade tensions rising, looming carbon tax increases, and producers eying the spring season, Saskatchewanians are likely to feel it in their wallets. 

Gas prices here in Estevan have remained unchanged from a week ago, with the average price at the pump still about $146.9.

As we start 2025, we’re excited to introduce our first entries for the Perfect Pet Contest of the new year! Our furry, scaly, and feathered friends have already begun making their mark, and it’s shaping up to be a fantastic start to the year. This month, we have a mix of adorable cats and dogs, sheep, and even a bunny, proving that every pet has their chance to be the Perfect Pet and win fantastic prizes from All Creatures & Rodeo Dawg!

The Canada Grains Council (CGC) is welcoming the recent CUSMA panel ruling, which determined that the restrictions Mexico placed on genetically modified (GM) corn were not scientifically justified.

The recent announcement of select pharmacies offering ear infection testing and treatment, as well as strep throat testing, serves as a reminder that pharmacists are an integral part of healthcare services, particularly in rural areas where access to other healthcare providers can be limited. Pharmacists not only dispense medications but also work alongside doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best care for patients.

Businesses are buckling down as a proposed date of February 1st has been set for 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods by the US.

The move is predicted to have big effects on Canadian businesses, especially those who rely on business from their southern neighbours.

Estevan Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Merissa Scarlett says we'll see a flurry of activity in the coming week as a response to that.

A well-known chain of hardware and agriculture supply stores is set to close nearly two dozen locations across Ontario and Nova Scotia.

Peavey Mart announced last week the closure of 22 stores as part of "a strategic plan to address ongoing challenges in the retail sector and strengthen its business for the future." The closures will take place by the end of April 2025.

Liberal leadership hopeful Mark Carney secured three more endorsements from cabinet on Saturday, with Defence Minister Bill Blair and Transport Minister Anita Anand backing Carney in statements on X and Housing Minister Nate Erskine-Smith hosting an event for the candidate in Toronto.