Ally Paige

As autumn begins to settle in, residents in the Southwest can expect above-average temperatures in the following months. 

Terri Lang, a meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada, shared her insight on the seasonal changes. 

“For September, October, and November, the fall forecast is for above-average temperatures and there's no real pattern indicated for precipitation,” she elaborated. 

Despite the cooler weather on Monday evening, the Swift Current community came together for a howling good time at the annual Pooch Plunge held at Fairview Pool. 

The event provided furry friends the opportunity to take a dip in the pool while raising 70 dollars for the Swift Current SPCA. 

Meghan Chisholm, the Aquatic Manager for the City of Swift Current, elaborated on how the event went this year. 

A new collaboration has been formed between the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and family physician's offices in Southwest 5. 

The collaboration allows residents to participate in a crucial health survey called Understanding Patient Reported Outcome Measures in Swift Current. 

The dog days of summer may be ending, but there's still one final event in store to mark the season's conclusion at Fairview Pool.  

On Monday, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., those in Swift Current are invited to accompany their four-legged companions as they take a dip during the annual Pooch Plunge. 

Meghan Chisholm, the Aquatic Manager for the City of Swift Current, elaborated on the upcoming event. 

As the sun begins to set on summer, the Fairview Pool is gearing up for its final day of the season. 

With closing day just around the corner, Meghan Chisholm, the Aquatic Supervisor for the City of Swift Current, elaborated on the bustling 2023 season. 

“It was a really hot one this summer,” she stated. “It's great to see everyone come and enjoy the sunshine being outdoors, and enjoying their summer vacation, especially with the kids being off from school. It's been a busy summer and we're always happy to see that.” 

With fall just around the corner, it is once again that time of year when residents can prune their elm trees without worry. 

Effective today, the annual ban on pruning elm trees has been lifted in Saskatchewan, marking the end of a seasonal restriction aimed at curbing the spread of Dutch Elm disease. 

Joshua Pol, Forest Health Specialist at the Saskatchewan Forest Service, elaborated on the ban that takes effect each year. 

With fall just around the corner, it is once again that time of year when residents can prune their elm trees without worry. 

Effective today, the annual ban on pruning elm trees has been lifted in Saskatchewan, marking the end of a seasonal restriction aimed at curbing the spread of Dutch Elm disease. 

Joshua Pol, Forest Health Specialist at the Saskatchewan Forest Service, elaborated on the ban that takes effect each year. 

With fall just around the corner, it is once again that time of year when residents can prune their elm trees without worry. 

Effective today, the annual ban on pruning elm trees has been lifted in Saskatchewan, marking the end of a seasonal restriction aimed at curbing the spread of Dutch Elm disease. 

Joshua Pol, Forest Health Specialist at the Saskatchewan Forest Service, elaborated on the ban that takes effect each year. 

A historical stone house in Swift Current, known for its rich history and unique architecture, has been given a new lease on life thanks to the dedication and hard work of local business owner, Lawrence Carr. 

Carr recently completed the restoration of the aging structure, transforming it from a state of disrepair into a tribute to Swift Current’s history. 

West Central Saskatchewan could experience sporadic thundershowers over the next 24 hours before scorching heat returns to the area. 

The shift in weather can be attributed to a low-pressure system, working its way from Alberta to Manitoba, explained Terri Lang, a meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada.