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“I was photographing awful things like weddings and babies and plates of French fries and pickles and stuff like that.” 

Last week the Weyburn Police Service responded to a hit and run in a parking lot. Last Friday they saw two more incidents. One occurred behind a local bank around 2 p.m., the other in a Canada Post parking lot between 8:30 and 11 p.m.  

Constable Dallas Austin says damage was likely done to all involved vehicles; he stresses the importance of remaining on the scene of these incidents.  

The Community Foundation of Portage and District's funds distribution has been announced, with Portage's Royal Canadian Legion Branch 65 being awarded $24,443.69.

Bob Oldford, past President and Media Liaison for the Legion, says the funds are going toward some accessibility upgrades.

The Saskatoon Police Service (SPS) has confirmed the city’s 13th homicide of the year following the sudden death of a 20-year-old woman reported on November 15th

Officers responded to a call at approximately 7:30 p.m. on November 15 at a parking lot near the Copper Mug, located in the 1300 block of 8th Street East. Upon arrival, they found the woman deceased at the scene. A significant police presence was reported, with traffic restrictions in the area as officers began their investigation.

The following are highlights from the Nov. 25 City of Lacombe Council Meeting:

Regular Meeting of Council

2. Review of Agenda

2.1 Consent Agenda

The Steinbach Community Christmas initiative has officially reached its budgeted goal of 1,425 registered families for the upcoming holiday season. While registration will continue until November 30th, families who register after the cap is hit will now be placed on a waiting list.

Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada is urgently seeking financial support from municipalities, including Steinbach, to address a growing funding shortfall. The non-profit organization, which provides addiction recovery services, is facing a $750,000 deficit and is at risk of being unable to meet the increasing demand for its programs. 

In a letter sent to Steinbach City Council, Daniel Emond, President and CEO, emphasized the urgency of the situation. 

Lacombe City Council approved a new Film Policy to legislate, promote, and encourage film productions within the community. 

The Policy establishes a framework for managing and coordinating film production activities. It supports film industry growth, ensures minimal disruption to residents and businesses during filming, and promotes Lacombe as a film-friendly location. 

A Winnipeg man is dead following a two-vehicle collision on Monday afternoon. 

On Nov. 25, 2024, at approximately 3:10 p.m., Stonewall RCMP was called to a collision at the intersection of Highway 7 and Road 73 N, located south of Stony Mountain.

When officers arrived to the scene, they learned a collision between a gravel truck and a sanding truck had taken place. 

The investigation determined that the sanding truck was travelling westbound on Road 73 N, and entered the intersection when it hit the gravel truck that was going southbound. 

Reports of a truck stuck at the top of the Sask Landing south hill are coming into Swift Current Online. 

Motorists travelling north of Swift Current on Highway 4 are being advised to use caution, as the road is being described as extremely icy. 

No word has been provided on any injuries or other vehicles that may be involved. 

Swift Current Online will provide more information as it becomes available.