Estevan

Estevan Police Service responded to several accidents on Tuesday as snow continued to cause problems for motorists in the southeast.

EPS responded to a motor vehicle collision in the west-central part of the city, where an eastbound vehicle slid off the road and into a curb. The vehicle was towed due to the damage sustained. No injuries were reported.

Southeast Saskatchewan was given its first taste of winter when the area was treated to heavy snowfall and strong winds earlier this week. Despite the sudden plunge of the temperature, Estevan's postal workers were continuing to strike. 

Randy Boissonnault is leaving his post as employment minister in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's cabinet after weeks of questions about the Edmonton MP's shifting claims of Indigenous identity and his business dealings.

Despite the first snow of the year, the recent arm-wrestling tournament in Estevan was a resounding success, drawing about 75 entries and competitors from across the region. Saskatchewan emerged victorious in the highly anticipated Manitoba versus Saskatchewan competition, securing the coveted "Man-Sask" trophy.

Snow and strong winds that have been affecting much of the province are expected to taper off later today, with cooler temperatures settling in as winter takes hold across the southeast.

"So, that low-pressure system that's been impacting most of the province is pulling off. We are expecting the snow and the winds to taper off later this morning into this afternoon. It will be much cooler than it has been over the previous few months, but winter is settling in," said Danielle Dejardins, a warning preparedness meteorologist with Environment Canada.

As winter continues to grip the southeast, the Estevan Police Service has been called to several collisions, prompting a safety reminder from Deputy Chief Warren Morrical about the importance of winter driving preparation.

As winter weather continues to blanket the southeast, snowplows are out in full force across Estevan. City safety coordinator Helen Fornwald is urging drivers to stay vigilant and give snow removal crews plenty of space on the roads to help ensure everyone's safety. 

Helen Fornwald, Estevan's city safety coordinator, shares advice on how to stay safe when sharing the road with snowplows.

Treasury Board President Anita Anand is warning that if the House of Commons doesn't get back to regular business, some government departments might be in financial trouble.

On Monday, Anand tabled a supplementary estimates request for $21.6 billion to fund programs including housing, dental care and the national school food program.

One of the biggest-ticket items is $970.8 million for compensation adjustments for civil servants as a result of collective bargaining agreements.

UPDATE: Tonight’s showdown against the Pat Canadians has been postponed due to uncooperative weather conditions. Fans will need to wait a little longer to catch the action, as both teams work to reschedule the game for a later date.
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UPDATE 10:03am: Highway 1 east of Regina has been reopened to the public, but the Ministry of Highway is still not recommending travel on the road. 

From Balgonie to Whitewood, Highway Hotline is showing reduced visibility on Highway 1. Travel is not recommended on this stretch of road. Snow drifts and ice are plaguing the highway all the way to the Manitoba border. 

Back in the southeast, highways around Oxbow, Carnduff, Carrievale and Storthoaks are fully covered with snow with reduced visibility.