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Canada was hit with 35 per cent tariffs on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump followed through on his threat to increase the duties if Ottawa didn't make a trade deal.

The White House has said the tariffs would not affect goods compliant with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement on trade, commonly known as CUSMA.

Prime Minister Mark Carney had tempered expectations of an agreement by Friday, saying Ottawa will only agree to a deal "if there's one on the table that is in the best interests of Canadians."

Together with the Weyburn community today, we held another successful Great Plains Taste of Summer Charity Barbecue, raising $854.25 for the Weyburn branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association. 

Program Director Tasha Collins said the funds will go toward their general operating fund.

With an Air Quality Warning in effect by Environment Canada for the Weyburn area, those with health conditions like asthma may be staying indoors. However, the smoke isn't great for anyone, which is why the City of Weyburn utilizes its Purple Air Quality sensors.

Southeast farmers are busy prepping their combines as harvest season is fast approaching.

"I empathize with the people making hay. July has been a little bit of a challenge because of the frequency of showers and trying to make dry hay for the cattlemen. That's been a concern, so it's hard to keep all farmers happy all the time," shared Agrologist Edgar Hammermeister.

In 2024, the Saskatchewan RCMP saw the most fatalities on rural roads in six years. They report 77 fatal crashes responded to by RCMP officers, resulting in 88 deaths. This is alongside 271 serious collisions, a 43 percent increase from the previous year, resulting in 321 serious injuries.  

A release issued by the Saskatchewan RCMP quotes Superintendent Grant St. Germaine, officer in charge of Saskatchewan RCMP Traffic Services. He acknowledges the people affected by these tragedies.  

Memorial Park next to City Hall was the place to be today,as DiscoverWeyburn, Magic 103, AM1190, Country 106, and the City of Weyburn teamed up for another Great Plains Taste of Summer Charity BBQ.  

This time, all proceeds from the $3 hot dog lunch were going to the Weyburn branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA).  

The Weyburn Police Service laid assault charges on Sunday following an incident at a local residence. Officers received a report of an assault in progress, and upon investigation, a man was found to be highly intoxicated and arrested for assault with a weapon. 

While the female victim did not sustain any injuries, Deputy Chief Shane St. John explains that any threat made while wielding a weapon is considered assault. 

The Weyburn Group Home Society is celebrating its 50th year of incorporation this year, and the entire community is invited to the party on September 6th from 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Weyburn Agricultural Society's Exhibition Hall.

The free event will feature bouncy houses, a petting zoo, face painting, and henna tattoos. There will also be cotton candy and mini donuts booths, a trade show featuring local vendors, as well as food trucks and concession stands throughout the day for those who want to purchase food and stay for the day. 

A judge is scheduled to rule today on whether to grant bail to three men facing terrorism charges in an alleged plot to forcibly seize land in the Quebec City area.

Quebec court Judge René de la Sablonnière heard evidence and arguments over three days.

Simon Angers-Audet, 24, Raphaël Lagacé, 25, and Marc-Aurèle Chabot, 24, face charges of facilitating a terrorist activity, and other charges related to the illegal storage of firearms and possession of explosives and prohibited devices.

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Wednesday that Canada intends to recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations in September, as long as the Palestinian Authority holds elections next year.

"Preserving a two-state solution means standing with all people who choose peace over violence or terrorism. And it means honouring their innate desire for peaceful coexistence," Carney told reporters on Parliament Hill.

He said Ottawa intends to officially recognize the State of Palestine at the UN General Assembly in September.