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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has confirmed that the provincial election campaign will officially begin on Tuesday. Moe announced via social media that he will ask Lieutenant-Governor Russ Mirasty to dissolve the legislature, setting the stage for the election, with voting day scheduled for October 28.

Moe's Saskatchewan Party, in power for the past 17 years, is seeking a fifth consecutive majority government. He is running on a platform of economic growth, alongside investments in education and health care.

On Friday, September 27, Kindersley played host to an exciting match between the University of Calgary Dinos and the University of Saskatchewan Huskies, showcasing the talent and skill of women’s hockey at the university level. This event, organized by Kindersley Minor Hockey, aimed not only to entertain but also to inspire young girls in the community to pursue their dreams in the sport.

The Canadian Country Showcase, hosted by Courtney Fielder, airs every weekend on Saturdays at 12 PM and Sundays at 4 PM. Courtney engages in conversations with both emerging country music artists and the established stars we’ve come to love, celebrating their milestones and new releases.

The Strike at the Port of Vancouver may be over, but we could see more disruptions to Canada's Supply Chain.

Late Friday, the Grain Workers Union Local 333 agreed to a tentative four-year deal with the Vancouver Terminal Elevator Association taking them through December 31, 2027.

The four-day strike involved over 600 workers at the six bulk grain export terminals at the Port owned by Viterra and Richardson International, G3, Cargill and Alliance Grain.

Western Grain Elevators Association noted that workers were back on the job Saturday morning.

Dinsmore Composite School came alive on Saturday, September 28, as it hosted the annual Rock the Block Volleyball Tournament. Since its inception in 2016, this event has grown into a key fixture in the community, bringing together 20 volleyball teams from across the region. The tournament took place across two venues, the Dinsmore Memorial Arena and Dinsmore Composite School, with four separate tournaments for Senior Boys, Senior Girls, Junior Boys, and Junior Girls.

The Village of Abbey was gathered under the big tent to celebrate a recent victory. 

The BASF Growing Home competition saw communities competing to win $25,000 to put towards a local initiative. 

When Abbey won this contest back in May, it was confirmed that the money would be going towards the local curling rink for a rebuild of the ice plant. 

BASF came to Abbey this past Saturday and held a free supper with music and games for families before the beer gardens started up later in the evening. 

Marie Smith Obituary

1950 ~ 2024 (age 74)

On September 28, 2024 we said a final goodbye to our dear Marie Smith. She played many roles in her life: mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to all. Marie was well known for her kindness, caring and thoughtfulness. 

The Province has released an Economic Analysis for the Westside Irrigation Rehabilitation Project (WIRP),  the first part of the overall Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation Projects. 

The Minster Responsible for the Water Security Agency David Marit says the KPMG LLP analysis shows a $5.9 billion increase in Gross Domestic Product.

The 2024 provincial election is officially underway.  

This morning, Premier Scott Moe requested Lieutenant Governor Russ Mirasty dissolve the provincial legislature, with a general election to be held on October 28th.  

With the provincial election campaign kicking off today, there are 226 people, so far, who have announced their intention to seek a seat in the Saskatchewan Legislature, across the 61 ridings of the province. So far, just the two incumbent parties, the Saskatchewan Party and the NDP, have full slates of candidates nominated by the party. The Green Pary has 59 candidates listed so far as well.