Union local representing support staff calls for more funding and supports following attack
A local union is calling for increased funding and supports in schools following a shocking attack on a girl at Saskatoon’s Evan Hardy Collegiate earlier in September.
Members of CUPE 8443, some of which are employed at Evan Hardy, say additional funds are needed to put into place measures to stem increasing levels of violence in schools.
Southwest under rainfall warning following severe weather
A system developed in Saskatchewan's southern neighbour Montana and is travelling north bringing severe weather to the Saskatchewan Prairies.
Last night brought a variety of severe weather including heavy rainfall with localized flooding, golf ball size hail and even a tornado warning in Southern Saskatchewan near Pontiex and Vanguard
Innovation provides $20K to rebuild local sports grounds after fire
A local group fighting to restore Stewart Valley to its pre-fire state was recently awarded a more than significant grant from the Innovation Federal Credit Union.The
Stinger Strong Community Fire Rebuild Fund received $20,000 through Innovation's Legacy Community Development Grant Fund which will be used to develop and reconstruct a sports area.
Jennie Moen, board member of the Stinger Strong Community Fire Rebuild Fund, was thrilled that the group was approved for such a substantial amount of funding for a project close to the community's hearts.
Update: Airdrie motorists warned of collision near 40th Avenue overpass
An earlier motor vehicle collision heading southbound on the QEII, just after the 40th Avenue Overpass, has been cleared.
Motorists reported a collision on the left-hand side. Emergency crews were reported to be on the scene.
Motorists can also expect further delays as the bridge repairs on the Veterans Boulevard (Highway 567) bridge over the QEII have begun. The repairs will be ongoing until November 1 and are expected to impact traffic in Airdrie significantly.
Wilbur Sargunaraj returns with a trio of events for Culture Days
The multi-talented Wilbur Sargunaraj will be returning to Humboldt and part of the Culture Week celebration.
Sargunaraj was in Humboldt this past March with his touring “Exploring CQ” exhibit that looked at culture in a global context. Now, he is returning for three fun events hosted by Humboldt’s Cultural Services Department with funding provided by Culture Days through SaskCulture and Sask Lotteries.
Power Dodge Arena to close until mid-October for maintenance
The City of Estevan Leisure Services announced on social media yesterday that the Power Dodge Ice Arena will be closed for needed maintenance.
According to a post shared on the Estevan Minor Hockey Association Facebook page, the ice plant is having issues. This caused some events that would happen on the ice to be rescheduled.
Police search for tips as stabbing victim tells them nothing
Portage la Prairie RCMP are seeking information regarding an assault on Sunday which led the victim to hospital.
The police were notified just after 5:00 a.m. on September 15 about a stabbing victim at a local hospital.
Authorities attended and located the victim, a 26-year-old man who was not forthcoming with police and would not provide any information about the incident.
The RCMP are asking anyone with information about this assault to call the Portage la Prairie RCMP at 204-857-4445.
Local welding journeyperson medals at WorldSkills competition
Lacombe’s Ben Rainforth showcased his knowledge and skills as a Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) welding journeyperson, yielding a bronze medal at the 47th WorldSkills Competition in Lyon France.
The Humboldt and District SPCA launches capital campaign to meet transition costs
The Humboldt and District SPCA has launched a capital campaign at a time when the organization is feeling the financial pressure of juggling its operation in two locations.
Preparations continue at its new site just south of Humboldt while it maintains its current shelter operations on Highway 5. The goal is to vacate their current premises this fall to minimize the burden of maintaining lease payments and a mortgage.
Charges laid after Tuesday evening Highway 32 collision
According to RCMP, there were no serious injuries in a two vehicle collision Tuesday night just south of Winkler on Highway 32.
It was reported at 8:15 pm last night, and occurred about a mile south of the city at Road 10 North in the R.M. of Stanley. RCMP say an eastbound vehicle failed to stop at the stop sign on Road 10 North entering the intersection, and in doing so, collided with a southbound vehicle.
The 19-year-old male driver of the eastbound vehicle, from the municipality, was charged with Disobeying a Traffic Control Device and Failing to Wear Seatbelt.