Estevan

The Saskatchewan Party has announced their cabinet for their upcoming term, with the southeast seeing some new representation.

Daryl Harrison, the MLA for the Cannington constituency, will be serving as the Minister of Agriculture.

Harrison says that he's honoured to serve, bringing with him first-hand experience in the industry.

Break-ins, a suspicious fire, and dramatic arrests kept Estevan police busy over the past few days.

The Estevan Police Service responded to several calls over the weekend, including incidents involving uttering threats, mischief to property, and traffic complaints.

On Friday evening, a 30-year-old Regina man was arrested and charged with impaired driving and operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content over 80 mg%. He was issued an indefinite driving suspension, and his company vehicle was impounded for 30 days. He is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Mark Shier

1966-2024

It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of (Joseph) Mark Shier, who left us on Saturday, November 16th, at the age of 57, after a courageous battle with kidney failure. Mark was born in Estevan and spent most of his life in the community he loved.

Gloria M. George

1959 – 2024

With broken hearts, the family announce the unexpected passing of their dear wife and mother Gloria George, late of Estevan, SK on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at her home.

The Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. at Hall Funeral Services in Estevan, SK with Shirley Petterson officiating. The lunch reception will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion (small hall) immediately following the service.

Canada Post and the postal workers union found slivers of consensus Tuesday amid talks with a special mediator, but "a lot of ground" remains between them on the key concerns as a countrywide strike entered its fifth day.

“On smaller issues, we were able to find some progress,” said Canada Post spokesman Jon Hamilton in a phone interview.

"The special mediator has helped facilitate those discussions. So we're going to continue to be at it. We're committed to getting collective agreements," he said, adding that arbitration is off the table for now.

Canada's inflation rate climbed back up to two per cent in October, shifting expectations slightly in favour of a smaller, quarter-percentage point interest rate cut next month. 

The report from Statistics Canada on Tuesday said prices in October increased at a faster annual pace in five out of the eight major components of the consumer price index.

A major driving factor of the uptick in headline inflation was gasoline prices on an annual basis falling to a lesser extent in October compared with September.

After what could be described as a fierce campaign, Kirsten Walliser was voted to return for another term at Estevan's city council. 

"[I'm] very excited to get back to work [and] very grateful that the community showed trust and value in the work that was done in the first four years, and that they've welcomed me back on their behalf for another four," she expressed. 

Patricia Stubel (Cooley)
1935 - 2024

With sad hearts, but also with gratitude for a lifetime of memories, Pat's family announces her passing at Hillview Manor in Estevan, Sask. on November 15, 2024.

The Estevan Comprehensive School Sr. Boys' Volleyball Team participated in provincials this past weekend. While they did not claim the title, the Estevan squad gave it their all, battling through several tough matches and challenges.

The Canadian Country Showcase, hosted by Courtney Fielder, airs every weekend on Saturdays at 12 PM and Sundays at 4 PM. Courtney engages in conversations with emerging country music artists and the established stars we’ve come to love, celebrating their milestones and new releases.