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Visitors to Frontier Days were treated to a unique brand of free entertainment throughout the four-day event. 

The Flying Fools High Dive Show held multiple performances each afternoon at Frontier Days, at the Family Fun Zone.  

The Montreal-based event showcased the sheer precision of athletes diving from incredible heights ranging from 3 metres, all the way up to 25 metres.  

The Rosetown RCMP responded to a range of calls between June 19 and 26, including traffic concerns, animal complaints and a disturbance.

On June 19 at 9:22 p.m., police received a report of a vehicle hitting a deer near Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park. No injuries were reported, and the matter was deemed non-reportable.

Officers assisted a member of the public on June 20 in response to a front-counter complaint at the Rosetown/Kyle detachment. That investigation remains ongoing.

The Government of Saskatchewan is reminding producers that the province’s hay salvage and ditch mowing program is once again underway — offering a free source of livestock feed while helping maintain road safety and visibility through the growing months.

Administered by the Ministry of Highways with assistance from contractors and rural municipalities, the program allows hay to be salvaged from highway ditches across Saskatchewan. Officials say the initiative supports both agricultural sustainability and roadside safety.

Saskatchewan’s provincial parks are set to host a variety of special events and programs over the next two weeks, offering something for all ages as part of the “Discover Sask Parks” initiative running from June 25 to July 9.

Visitors can enjoy classic summer activities such as camping, hiking, and swimming, along with a wide range of free events included with a valid Park Entry Permit.

Maple Creek is in mourning after a house fire led to a tragic loss of life early on Wednesday morning. 

The Maple Creek and Community Fire Department responded to the call at 4:30 a.m. Fire Chief Blaine Becker and his crew arrived to find the house already engulfed in flames. 

"The roof was fully in flames, and it was spread right through the whole house," said Becker.

While they engaged in the fire, the crew was informed that one occupant of the home was missing. A search ended up locating a body in the home, confirming that the occupant was deceased. 

Ferdi Nelissen, Garth Asham, and their teammates were recently inducted into the Manitoba Softball Hall of Fame as members of two dominant squads: the 1983–85 Winnipeg Internationals and the 1987–89 Winnipeg Ashams. The recognition wasn’t just for individual feats, but for what they accomplished as a unit—winning provincial championships, representing Manitoba at nationals, and competing at ISC World Tournaments.

Nelissen brings the sport to life and makes you want to join a fastball team to garner memories, as he explains how that the honour meant more because it was shared. 

Last week, an imaginative activity — complete with an adventure out in the community — enabled EAL (English as an Additional Language) students to practice speaking English in different areas throughout Morden. 

The excursion took the form of a scavenger hunt, which Cecilia Gil, a teacher at Morden Collegiate Institute, organized.  

The Mennonite Heritage Village is once again welcoming young campers this summer as they bring back their popular Pioneer Day Camps. 

Program Coordinator Jaysa Thiessen says that with growing interest, MHV has been able to expand their camp schedule this year. 

Yellowquill School continued a growing tradition on June 26 with its second annual powwow, bringing students, families, and community members together to celebrate Indigenous culture and mark the end of the school year.

This year’s event welcomed around 100 guests and featured dancers, singers, and drummers; including performers who travelled from well beyond the local area. The grounds of the Portage la Prairie school were filled with music, movement, and teachings that reflected the strength and beauty of Indigenous traditions.