Local News

A Moose Jaw man has been sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to criminal negligence causing death in connection with the fatal cocaine overdose of another inmate.

Mitch Schoffer, 42, appeared in Regina Provincial Court recently, where he admitted his actions led to the death of 38-year-old Thomas Kundert on Feb. 8, 2021.

Saskatchewan Energy and Resources Minister Colleen Young said the province remains on track to position itself as a global energy and resource superpower — even as wildfires, drought, and geopolitical uncertainty create major challenges for the province’s economy and environment.

Speaking at Mosaic’s Belle Plaine potash mine east of Moose Jaw on Tuesday, Young pointed to rising potash and uranium production, significant oil and gas activity, and growth in emerging sectors like helium, lithium, copper and zinc.

The Rocky View Regional Handibus Society is looking to add two to three new board members.

Paul Siller, the society's executive director, talked about why they are trying to find new board members.

"We are looking for some new faces and some new points of view to help govern the organization."

It would be optimal if someone who understands how a not-for-profit operates were present, but anyone is welcome.

Moose Jaw City Council’s executive committee received an update this week on how the City’s advertising and sponsorship program is supporting local recreation facilities, including new naming rights agreements and ongoing opportunities for local businesses.

Scott Osmachenko, Recreation Services Manager, presented the report Monday, noting that $158,423 in net revenue was generated in 2024, with $88,824 collected as of July 14 this year.

A Manitoba hotel owner accused of exploiting four employees from India has been granted bail following a court appearance in Winnipeg.

Jai Inder Sandhu, 63, who co-owns the Howard Johnson hotel in Portage la Prairie, was arrested in connection with an RCMP investigation into suspected labour trafficking.

He and his co-accused, Satbir Sandhu, face charges including human trafficking, benefiting financially from trafficking, and withholding or destroying identification documents. Jai Inder Sandhu is also charged with uttering threats. 

Municipal leaders in the RM of Sifton have been strong advocates for the rehabilitation of the Oak Lake Dam.  In addition to this they've seen the negative side of blue-green algal blooms that affect the recreation on the lake as well as the fish population.  Cyanobacteria is toxic to humans and pets and contributes to an unhealthy eco-system for underwater fish and plants.

Summer holidays mean folks and families are on the move and participating in a wealth of activities that include festivals, fairs, concerts, beaches, rodeos, camping ...the list goes on! 

In preparing for these outings, it's important to properly prepare ourselves and our kids to think safety first.

Kids are the most vulnerable in a new and crowded setting like a festival or concert where the crowds are thick, the music can be loud and the temptations to follow the lights, sights and sounds of adventure are all too tempting for our kiddos.

Rhineland Council has taken a deeper look at ongoing frost boil issues on a number of rural roads in the municipality. This comes on the heels of having to repair significant frost boils that developed this Spring on portions of Road 9 West. In the short term, the frost boils were filled with shale. However, Council was keenly interested in doing something to prevent the reoccurrence of these frost boils.

Steinbach has hired a local security company for a five-month pilot project aimed at deterring crime and supplementing RCMP patrols during overnight hours.

Every year, an event unites passion for cancer care in the Pembina Valley with an appreciation for fashion.  

While some who aren’t acquainted with the South Central Cancer Resource (SCCR) fashion show may consider it a unique combination, it’s an annual fundraising tradition that sees a great deal of support and interest, as evidenced by its recent venue change.