Estevan

UPDATE: RCMP has confirmed that the truck was recovered last night. 

No further details were provided. 

Weyburn RCMP is looking for assistance for another stolen vehicle in the southeast. 

Authorities describe the vehicle as a white 2013 Ford F550, which was stolen at a property in the northern part of Weyburn. The truck has a "South Sask Rathole" signage on the side. It also has a red slip tank and a silver toolbox at the back. 

The license plate at the time of theft is 727 JAN issued in Saskatchewan. 

The first heavy snowfall of the season has already caused some issues on the roads within the city.

A little after 10:00 a.m., Estevan Police Service responded to a vehicle that crashed into a tree on King Street. Eyewitnesses said that the pickup truck skidded onto the slippery road, crossed passed the opposite lane, and hit the tree. 

EMS was called to the scene to assess the driver, who was later taken to the hospital. At this time, there's no word as to what the condition of the driver is or if they suffered any injuries. The scene was cleared off within the hour. 

As of 12:01 a.m. on Jan. 6, 2025, the hours of operation at 35 land ports of entry across Canada will be adjusted.

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced the changes Monday, calling them a collaborative effort with the United States to enhance security for both countries. The CBSA said the adjustments would also help allocate resources more efficiently by concentrating officers at busier ports of entry. This is expected to improve the processing of travellers and goods while bolstering enforcement activities.

Environment Canada is calling for heavy snowfall in the majority of southeast Saskatchewan for the next couple of days. The fresh snow also brings strong winds causing questionable driving conditions on the highways. 

Health and Addictions Minister Ya'ara Saks is looking for pitches to help young Canadians who are struggling with their mental health.

The federal government plans to distribute $500 million for projects that help young people struggling to afford private mental health care services.

The funding comes from the five-year Youth Mental Health Fund announced in the spring federal budget to tackle the stress, anxiety and depression young people are facing amid a high cost of living and global uncertainty.

Farmers across Manitoba and the prairies can now access the results of the 2024 Canola Variety Evaluation Trials, a critical resource for making informed seed selection decisions. Spearheaded by the Manitoba Canola Growers Association (MCGA), this program marks the first year of province-specific program following the discontinuation of the Prairie-wide Canola Performance Trials in 2022.

Stars on Ice will be on tour soon and their only Saskatchewan stop is at the Moose Jaw Events Centre on Friday, December 20th.

You can buy tickets and get all the show info HERE.

Stay tuned to CJ1150 for your queue to text STARS to 306 693 8000 and we could be calling you and awarding you with a pair of tickets to the show!

With temperatures expected to dip below freezing tonight, Environment and Climate Change Canada is urging caution for drivers in southeast Saskatchewan. Wet snow and rain will create icy road conditions overnight.

Estevan Fire and Rescue (EFR) responded to several incidents last week, including alarms, vehicle crashes, and a rollover.

On Nov. 12, EFR was dispatched to a commercial carbon monoxide alarm in the central part of the city. Crews investigated and detected a small amount of carbon monoxide in the building. They ventilated the premises, and the source of the gas is being investigated further. No illnesses or injuries were reported.

One of three new members elected to Estevan’s City Council, Matthew Dubowski, is eager to make a positive impact on the community. The 27-year-old expressed gratitude and optimism as he reflected on his election experience and his goals moving forward.

“My reaction was kind of flat at first when I was watching the results at City Hall,” Dubowski admitted. “I didn’t really process it right away. I was still trying to do the math and figure out, ‘Oh, did I actually get the sixth seat?’”