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With the new city council up and running in Swift Current, boards and committees are now open for application. 

People looking to have a voice in matters they care about have the chance to have it heard by joining these groups. Helping to make decisions that have lasting impact in the community, members of the public help ensure that Swift Current city council doesn't have to make every decision.

Jackie Schlamp, city clerk for the City of Swift Current, hopes to have all the open seats filled by eager, cooperative citizens. 

Eric DeLong, president of the Oakville Community Club, recently shared updates on the community's latest initiatives, including the sale of the old Oakville Hall and the successful opening of the new Oakville Community Centre, and Oakville Early Learning Centre.

The City of Moose Jaw is seeing a significant increase in property tax arrears, which is raising red flags for city administration. 

There is a total of $3 million in arrears, compared to $2.1 million last year. This includes $2.97 million in property tax liens and $29,907 in payment plan arrears. 

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. 
 

The Ponoka RCMP has issued a report of some of the calls received between Oct. 24 and Nov. 18.  

Here are the calls:

Police discover body of deceased woman during wellness check