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The Kerrobert and District Health Centre has announced a temporary disruption of emergency and acute care services on Wednesday, October 2nd. From 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the facility will be unable to provide these essential services.

In addition, please be advised that virtual physician services will be the only option available at the Kerrobert facility during the following periods:

Ducks Unlimited Kindersley is preparing to host its 41st annual fundraising banquet, a much-anticipated event that has become a staple in the community. This year's gala, themed *"Starry Nights"*, will take place on October 19 at the Elks Hall, promising an evening filled with entertainment, great food, and exciting opportunities to support wildlife conservation.

Tom Martin Obituary

1944 ~ 2024 (age 80)

With family by his side, Richard Thomas 'Tom' Martin passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024 in Eston, at the age of 80 years. 

Beloved brother of Claire (Al) Heron, Joe (Maryellen) Martin, Judi Whitehouse, Gerry (Jane) Martin, Susan Martin, Michael (Grace) Martin, and Dennis (Lois) Martin; and cherished uncle and great-uncle to many.

There will be a celebration of life held for Tom in the spring of 2025.

Memorial donations in Tom's name may be made to Eston Jubilee Lodge with details listed below.

As war spread in the Middle East on Tuesday, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly "unequivocally" condemned Iran's move to fire dozens of missiles into Israel and called for no further escalation in the war from all sides.

Joly also begged Canadians in Lebanon to leave immediately as Israel began what it is calling a limited ground operation against Hezbollah targets in the southern part of that country.

Cereals Canada recently released their 2024 Canadian Wheat Crop Progress and Harvest Assessment Update.

Harvest operations are still underway in many areas of the Prairies.

Stats Canada surveyed farmers in June with estimates showing Canadian farmers planted over 8.2 million hectares of non durum wheat this year, a 3% decrease from last year, while durum acreage showed a 5 per cent increase to nearly 2.6 million acres.

Non-durum wheat is grown across the country in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, and in southern Ontario, Quebec and the Atlantic provinces.

The RCMP detachments in Unity, Wilkie, and Macklin have released their weekly report of incidents and investigations from September 24 to 30.

Unity RCMP

• Vehicle Collision with a Train: Police responded to a report of a vehicle collision with a train near Scott. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, and two traffic tickets were issued to the driver.

• Property Concern: Officers spoke with an individual regarding a property issue.

With the provincial election coming up, Elections Saskatchewan is reminding residents of the key dates of the election period.  

Wilda Gardner Obituary

1929 ~ 2024 (age 94)

Wilda Gardner (nee King) October 8, 1929 – September 24, 2024

It is with sadness that the family of Wilda announce her passing on September 24, 2024 in Vernon BC. Wilda was predeceased by her husband, Jim, in 2011. Wilda is survived by her children, David (Jan), Bob (Jennifer), Kathy (Roger Strutt) as well as 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She loved being a grandmother and was very proud of all her family. She is also survived by her older sister Shirley Rowland and her younger sister Mary Belyea.

Doug Constantinoff Obituary

1941 ~ 2024 (age 82)

On September 27, 2024, Doug Constantinoff passed away peacefully at the age of 82. 

Beloved husband of the late Mary Ann and loving father of Kyle, Tobi, and Treena, and their families.

A celebration of Doug’s life will be held at a later date.

Five workers were hospitalized following a significant explosion at an oil well site operated by HWN Energy Ltd., just north of Cochrane on Monday afternoon.

The incident occurred around 2 p.m. near Highway 567 and Range Road 40, where the crew was drilling when they are believed to have struck a gas pocket, triggering the explosion. Three of the workers sustained life-threatening injuries, while the other two are being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.