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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 Twinkle Tour map is back, giving you the inside scoop on the best-decorated houses in the city. 

Every Friday until Dec. 20, Tourism Moose Jaw will be posting an updated version of the map, which showcases Moose Jaw homes that have gone all-out for the holidays. 

With the snow that fell this past weekend, it is another reminder for motorist to have an emergency survival kit in your vehicle. 

Moose Jaw Fire Department Public Education Officer Cathie Bassett said we are not immune to this type of weather and you never know when you will find yourself stuck. 

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.

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. 

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

Tim Hortons in Swift Current partnered up with a duo of non-profits to raise over $11,000 with the Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign. 

This season's Smile Cookies garnered $11,033 to be split between Southwest Crisis Services and Tim Hortons Foundation Camps.

Albert Umali, general manager of Tim Hortons highway locations in Swift Current, noted that Smile Cookies were available from November 18 to 24 at all three Swift Current locations.

The Swift Current Branch Library is inviting southwest families out to enjoy some fun activities for their upcoming Christmas Family Day.

The library's Christmas Family Day is set for Saturday, December 7 and will be free to attend, although registration for some activities is required.

Olivia Brotzell, program services manager for the Swift Current Branch Library and Chinook Regional Library, is looking forward to spreading the holiday spirit and seeing library-goers enjoy some family fun.

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.