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A new spy watchdog report says an overseas Canadian Security Intelligence Service operation was suddenly halted by government officials, "creating unnecessary danger for the CSIS team" and raising questions about ministerial accountability.

The National Security and Intelligence Review Agency found no written records indicating the decision to suspend the operation had been made by the CSIS director or the minister of public safety.

National defence is becoming an increasingly thorny topic for Prime Minister Mark Carney's government as Canada comes under heavy pressure from its allies to do more and spend more.

But with just weeks to go until NATO member nations assemble in the Netherlands for a summit that could put Ottawa in the hot seat on defence spending, several of his ministers took the unusual step of removing themselves from discussions with defence reporters this week at Canada's largest defence industry show.

After Kerrobert Sports Day last weekend, this weekend is Outlook Amateur Sports Day.

Teams from all over west-central Saskatchewan will be travelling to Outlook for action on one of the five diamonds at the Outlook Sports Grounds. Both softball and baseball action are on tap from the youngest to the oldest age levels, with concessions, a 50/50, and prize table adding to the fun.

TURTLEFORD, Sask. — One of Saskatchewan’s most wanted has been arrested after a coordinated interprovincial effort by RCMP units.

Matthew Heidt, previously listed among the province’s top-priority wanted offenders, was taken into custody by Coutts RCMP and is scheduled to appear in court in Turtleford, Sask., on June 9. He faces charges listed under Information #90429990.

Saskatchewan declared a provincewide state of emergency Thursday in its fight against rampaging wildfires that have forced thousands to flee.

The declaration by Premier Scott Moe came one day after his Manitoba counterpart Wab Kinew did the same.

“It's a very serious situation that we're faced with,” Moe told a news conference in Prince Albert.

“We do need some rainfall. We need that sooner rather than later, and in light of that not being in the forecast, we most certainly are putting in place every measure possible to prepare the province.”

Regina Huckabay/Siemens Obituary

1932 ~ 2025 (age 93)

The family of Regina Huckabay/Siemens are saddened to announce her passing on Sunday, May 27th, 2025,

at the age of 93 years.

Beloved wife of the late Arthur Huckabay/ Jacob Siemens;

loving mother of Harold (Marilyn) Huckabay, Dolores (Jim) Doolittle, Faye (David) Salter,

Gordon (Stacey) Huckabay, Bill (Bev) Huckabay, and Connie (the late Don) Brown.

Grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother to many

Kindersley might feel a little busier with the local rodeo getting underway Thursday, and with the pending increase in street traffic the Kindersley RCMP are putting out a reminder that they will be out in full force while the rodeo is on.

Staff Sgt. Sebastian Andrews shared in a video posted to social media that the detachment will have an extra presence Thursday, Friday, and Saturday as the rodeo festivities take place. 

Burstall Fuels in Burstall Sask is known for its welcoming atmosphere and lovable owners. But after owning and operating the store for many years, Darrell and Pam Fitterer are handing over the keys to the business.

The longtime owners announced they have sold the business and plan to relocate to the Kindersley area. Though they’re leaving behind their beloved store, the Fitterer's say they’re confident it’s in good hands.

A busy weekend on the soccer pitch took place in Humboldt last weekend. The Sask Cup Rural tournament for U15 boys, U19 boys, and U19 girls highlighted the action, with players off all ages on the field for the SaskTel "Be Kind Online" Skill Centre.

"Thank you to all teams who participated in our Sask Cup Rural event May 23-25 in Humboldt. Registrations increased for the second straight year with seven divisions competing this year." shared SaskSoccer on Instagram.

The Kindersley Klippers made another move to boost the size of their blueline on Wednesday, announcing the signing of 2006 born defenseman Cowyn Loney for the upcoming season.