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On October 30, 2024, Saskatchewan RCMP's North Battleford Crime Reduction Team – Gang Task Force executed a search warrant on Moosomin First Nation as part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation in the Battlefords area.

The Basement Theatre in Portage la Prairie has launched a new concert series in partnership with the music organization, Home Routes/Chemin Chez Nous tour circuit, and our local Whoop and Hollar Folk Festival, which supports emerging and established musicians. The series features local and Manitoba-based artists and offers them a professional stage experience with full sound and lighting.

Executive Director of Prairie Drama Academy Chris Kitchen outlines what's happening.

Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you decided to run for mayor.

Well, I'm a long-term Moose Javian. I was born and raised in Moose Jaw. I've got four grown adult children and 11 grandchildren here, so I was raised here, I've spent my whole life here, my dad and his family were here. And so, I've got good roots here. I love the city.

For his efforts to bring his neighbourhood together, Rob Danylchuk was named Moose Jaw’s Notoriously Good Neighbour for October. 

Neighbour Ryan Lawrence nominated Danylchuk, saying he’s always around for a chat. “Rob is eager to help out, lend a hand and give advice when needed. Rob visits and helps all his neighbours and many of us appreciate having him around the neighbourhood.” 

Q. Why are you running for mayor/council? 

A. I am running for council to give a voice to the citizens of Moose Jaw. The community in Moose Jaw is one that is involved and ever-changing. It is important to me that I be a figure that citizens can trust to listen to their concerns and adapt to the needs of the community. I am passionate about the healthy development and growth in Moose Jaw that is only fueled by the citizens. 

Two talented young writers from Sun West School Division have made their mark on Saskatchewan’s literary scene. Rosetown Central High School students Tari Wenzel and Jan Nasibog, recently had their work published in the Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild’s annual magazine, *Windscript*. Since its inception in 1983, *Windscript* has showcased some of the finest original writing from high school students across the province, supporting Saskatchewan’s emerging literary voices.

Are you ready to enter ‘winter mode’? 

Christine Niemczyk, director of corporate communications & public relations with CAA Saskatchewan, has some tips for Saskatchewan drivers to make sure their vehicles are ready for the change in season. 

“Check everything from – and we do with CAA recommend – winter tires, check the oil, the battery,” she said. 

With snow hitting parts of Central Alberta this week, many people have been switching over to winter tires.

Pat Calon is the owner of Calridge Automotive Repair in Red Deer.

He talked about the best time to make the change.

"Typically, it's between Thanksgiving and Easter or above or below (-)7 degrees celsius. So when you can see your breath, that's the time to start putting them on."

Southwest Saskatchewan residents are having their voices heard regarding potential border crossing changes to hours of operation.

Cypress Hills Grasslands MP, Jeremy Patzer, has been reading petitions in the House of Commons on behalf of his constituents after a whistleblower sounded the alarm on the possible reduction of hours or even closure of border crossings in his riding.

Since first meeting with the whistleblower back in August, Patzer has been working to uncover more information, and bringing this problem to light in Ottawa.

Deputy Chief Shane St. John with the Weyburn Police Service commends the community for calling in Report Impaired Driving (RID) complaints after a call resulted in a suspension last Monday. 

“Police did locate the vehicle, and it was a good call in. The female driver did test positive for marijuana, THC, and they did get a three-day suspension. They weren't enough to be found impaired, but enough to get the suspension.” 

St. John explains there’s a variety of things to look out for when determining what to test for during an impaired driving stop.