Estevan

Tariffs could be coming from the U.S. soon following their most recent presidential election, which would have a big impact on Canada.

A 25 per cent general tariff has been floated, which would impact a number of exports to America such as oil, lumber, and other commodities.

Chris Lane, the CEO of Economic Development Regina, talks about their look into what kind of effect a tariff would have on southern Saskatchewan.

SHAMBLIN, COLLEEN FAY late of Griffin, Saskatchewan, born November 25, 1958, passed away November 30, 2024 at the age of 66 years. At Private Family Interment will take place at a later date at Griffin, Cemetery, Griffin, Saskatchewan. Condolences may be left at: www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com.

Lampman residents and visitors embraced the holiday spirit during Frosty Fest over the weekend, with activities and events that brought the community together.

The event, organized by Lampman Recreation Director Stacey Trombley, drew a strong turnout and gave Trombley, who recently started in the role, a chance to connect with the community.

“We had a really good turnout of people,” Trombley said. “We had lots of faces that were new to me. Of course, everybody’s new to me because I’m brand new to this position.”

In memory of Dustin Pratt, a beloved member of the community who tragically passed away in 2016, the Dustin Pratt Memorial Fund has announced an exciting new initiative: two scholarships for students graduating from Estevan Comprehensive High School in 2025.

Each $1,000 scholarship will support students entering the trades the same year they graduate. The idea, inspired by Dustin’s passion for helping others and his own family’s connection to the trades, marks a meaningful new chapter for the memorial fund.

With conditions worsening around the southeast as temperatures are swinging back and forth this week, drivers should pay attention to the road to make sure they get where they're going safely.

Some positive temperatures and sunshine over the week have resulted in a bit of melt on Saskatchewan roads, and with the subsequent refreeze that can turn many of them dangerous.

The town of Alameda will be full of Christmas spirit on Saturday, December 14th. The Alameda Community Library is looking for floats for their parade which starts at 4pm. To register and be a part of this fun day call Tracey 306-421- 54-10.

The day will be filled with activities for the entire family including photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, turkey & ham bingo, glo skating at the rink, and lots of goodies for everyone. Tracey Gibson joined Lyle on the Big Breakfast Show this morning on Country 106.1

Global Affairs Canada is warning Canadians in South Korea to avoid demonstrations and exercise caution after the country's president imposed an hours-long period of martial law. 

The situation in South Korea arose after President Yoon Suk Yeol imposed martial law on Tuesday, vowing to eliminate what he described as "anti-state" forces from the opposition that controls parliament.

Yoon's declaration triggered tense political drama, as troops surrounded the parliament while 190 lawmakers gathered inside to vote to lift the martial law shortly after it was imposed. 

The Retail Council of Canada is calling on the federal government to intervene in a postal strike it says is putting businesses and their workers in jeopardy.

The organization representing 54,000 storefronts said Tuesday that the work stoppage at Canada Post is making it harder for retailers to meet customer needs and stay in business.

With the possibility of tariffs coming onto Canada following the American election, Canadian farm groups are preparing for what might be rougher economic conditions.

The potential 25 per cent tariffs would have a major impact on most food items which see a good amount shipped south of the border.

Cam Dahl, general manager of Manitoba Pork Producers says they're already starting behind when it comes to trade relations with the US.

The Estevan RCMP has been busy since the weekend as winter conditions have led to road accidents piling up in the southeast.

One of those occurred on November 30, when RCMP members received a call about a collision.

That took place just after 6 p.m., just north of Benson on Highway 47. A vehicle had struck a deer, and as that vehicle slowed down, another vehicle struck it from behind causing a two-vehicle collision.