Estevan

Doctors are calling for restrictions on sports betting ads, saying they are setting youth up for a future of problem gambling.

An editorial published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal on Monday says the ads are everywhere during sports broadcasts and that the legalization of online gambling has made every smartphone a potential betting platform.

Editor Dr. Shannon Charlebois says even though betting sites say they're only for people 19 years of age and older, youth are being inundated with advertising that equates enjoying sports with betting.

Estevan police dealt with a variety of incidents over the September 4–6 period, including a robbery, mischief, and welfare checks.

On September 4, officers investigated the theft of fuel from a slip tank in the back of a vehicle. A statement was obtained and the matter remains under investigation. Police also received a report of criminal harassment; a statement was taken and the investigation continues.

Two people are facing drug trafficking charges in Estevan after police executed a search warrant that turned up cash, cocaine and a prohibited weapon.

A 44-year-old man and a 45-year-old woman were arrested on Sept. 4 following the investigation.

The man faces several charges, including trafficking cocaine, possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000, and resisting arrest.

Southeast College is preparing for a busy fall of research, collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

Tanya Andrist, executive director of innovation and applied research, joined us in studio this week to highlight the college’s upcoming work.

She reflected on the recent graduation of students from Ocean Man First Nation.

“It was such a validation of that program. We were so proud of the students and also the partnership out at Ocean Man — it was a great day,” Andrist said.

The Southern Prairies can expect a significant break from frigid temperatures this winter, according to the newly released 2026 Canadian edition of The Old Farmer's Almanac. The highly anticipated long-range forecast predicts a season that is warmer than normal with below-average snowfall.

"Winter is typically what everybody wants to know about," Carol Connare, editor-in-chief for the Almanac, said in an interview.

St. Giles Anglican Church welcomed the community for its annual fall trade show this week, offering visitors a chance to browse locally made items and enjoy a homemade soup and sandwich lunch.

Wendy Godfrey, the rector’s warden at St. Giles, said the event featured a variety of vendors selling everything from handmade crafts to delicious treats. “Some delicious things, some pretty things, all kinds of things,” she said. “And we also have a soup and sandwich lunch taking place with some really, really good soup this time. I’ve been able to smell it all morning.”

Politicians and hockey stars are mourning the loss of hockey legend and former federal politician Ken Dryden, who passed away Friday at age 78 after a battle with cancer.

Dryden, 78, was a Hall of Fame goaltender who won six Stanley Cups backstopping the Montreal Canadiens as well as minding the cage during Canada's generation-defining victory at the 1972 Summit Series against the Soviet Union.

Air Canada flight attendants have massively rejected the employer's wage offer following a vote on a new contract that ended Saturday.

Flight attendants at Air Canada wrapped up voting at 3 p.m. ET  on the tentative new contract, with 99.1 per cent voting down the airline's wage offer. 

The airline says the wage portion will now be referred to mediation as previously agreed to by both sides.

Estevan’s United Way got a head start on its telethon fundraising this week with a special event at the Orpheum Theatre. The local theatre opened its doors for fans to watch the Banjo Bowl matchup between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers while supporting a good cause.

The Estevan 60 and Over Club continues to grow its activities and events, welcoming members and the wider community to join in.

Elaine Carriere, a director with the club, explained that an events committee was formed to keep things lively. “We try to have dances, we have cards, we have game night, crib tournaments, we have a whist tournament. So there are all kinds of activities that we’re trying to implement,” she said.