Estevan

The provincial government concluded their fall sitting of the legislature last week, putting a bow on their work introducing bills for 2024.

The fall sitting of the legislature is normally longer lasting around a month and a half, but thanks to the provincial election, this one was shortened to just over two weeks.

Cattle producers across the Prairies looking to optimize growth and health in their herds can benefit from the insights shared by Elizabeth Nernberg, Livestock Extension Specialist with Manitoba Agriculture. Speaking at a recent producer presentation, Nernberg provided practical advice on backgrounding calves—a critical stage between weaning and feedlot finishing.

The Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team is investigating the death of a man in RCMP custody. 

Early Friday morning, the Carlyle RCMP received a report of an assault on White Bear First Nation. Officers responded and found two people who were injured. A man was taken to hospital with injuries that were described as serious, and a woman was taken to hospital with injuries that were described as non-life-threatening.  

The Liberals' fiscal update was intended to encourage business investment and beef up border security ahead of Donald Trump's return to the White House next month.

But the sudden resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland hours before the document was tabled instead ignited even more political and economic uncertainty.

Estevan Minor Baseball is gearing up for another exciting year with big plans ahead. After a successful 2024, which saw the city host five provincial tournaments, the organization is looking forward to even more in 2025.

Estevan could see a heavy storm blow through this week as Environment Canada is looking at an Alberta clipper set to stroll through southern Saskatchewan.

The system is set to hit mid-week during temperatures which will be cooler than the seasonals that we saw over the weekend.

Environment Canada meteorologist Danielle Desjardins talks about the system and what people should expect later this week.

The Estevan Police Service responded to several incidents between December 13 and 15, handling a range of reports including threats, harassment, traffic offences, and fraud.

On December 13, police received a report of an individual making threats to harm another person, leading to a statement being obtained. The matter remains under investigation. A harassment situation at St. Joseph’s Hospital was also mediated by officers, resolving the issue between the involved parties.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government is reeling after suddenly losing its top cabinet minister, Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, reigniting calls for Trudeau to step down and call an election.

Todd Holt will be the first to admit that he hasn't played a lot of hockey games in the last few years. However, for one night only, the former Swift Current Broncos player stepped out of retirement to share a beautiful moment with his two sons. 

During the match-up between the Carlyle Cougars and the KW Oil Kings on Friday night, Holt was able to fulfill a lifelong dream -- playing on the same team with his sons Kaelan and Taysen. 

Estevan Fire Rescue responded to multiple incidents over the weekend and into early this week, including fire alarms, vehicle collisions, and a carbon monoxide scare, with no major injuries reported.

On December 9, at around 4:30 a.m., Estevan Fire Rescue (EFR) was dispatched to a commercial fire alarm in the southeast area of the city. Crews responded and investigated, determining there was no emergency.