Estevan

The inaugural Fall Fling was held in Carnduff this weekend, celebrating the community and the change of seasons.

"It was awesome. It was our very first time having this event, and we hope that it's going to be a continued event in the community," said Rachelle Apperley, an organizer of the event. 

Around 300 to 400 people attended throughout the day, with about 200 enjoying the pancake breakfast.

The first ICED (Innovation Conference for Economic Development) Rural Conference kicks off today, showcasing the innovative capabilities of smaller communities. The event highlights Estevan’s role as a hub for rural innovation, featuring projects from local students and key industry insights.

New Democrats are huddling in Montreal to strategize a new path forward ahead of the fall parliamentary session — one that doesn't include the Liberals at their hips and ideally makes them a credible alternative to the Conservatives at the next election.

The three-day caucus retreat kicking off Tuesday comes less than a week after NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh announced the end of the supply-and-confidence agreement with the Liberals. 

It's also taking place in one of the two cities where the NDP is hoping to win a byelection on Sept. 16. 

The family of a 15-year-old girl who was lit on fire at a Saskatoon high school has asked people to wear purple Tuesday when classes resume. 

“It is her favourite colour,” the girl’s grandmother said in an interview.  

“It’s going to be a very long recovery, and we’ve put it out there just to let her know that people are thinking of her and praying for her.”

Students are to return to Evan Hardy Collegiate on Tuesday, where last week a witness said the girl had liquid from a black canister poured onto her head which was then lit on fire. 

One of two men sentenced Monday to 6 1/2 years for firearms violations and mischief at the border blockade at Coutts, Alta., says the time he has already spent behind bars has changed him and his "solemn weapon” is now love.

"Stay strong, live free, spread love — not war," Anthony Olienick, reading from a prepared statement, told a Court of King’s Bench judge before sentencing.

“I've gained a stronger understanding into what divine destiny awaits me," he added.

UPDATE 3:30 p.m.: Estevan Fire Rescue has confirmed the fire is under control. The public is still urged to stay away from the area, as emergency crews and police continue to monitor the situation. 

At first glance, dry grass and hot conditions in the area exacerbated the fire. Crews responded quickly to the scene of the fire, preventing it from spreading further. 

Raymond Mack
1928-2024

Jerome “Raymond” Mack, late of Estevan, SK passed away in Estevan on Friday, August 30,2024 at the age of 96 years.

A Memorial Service for Raymond will be held Monday, September 16,2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, Estevan with Rev. Thuy Nguyen presiding. Please join the family for a time of lunch and fellowship in the church auditorium.  Interment will follow at Estevan City Cemetery Columbarium.

Over the weekend, police in Estevan responded to a wide range of incidents, including multiple assaults, disturbances, and property-related calls. Key highlights include efforts to locate suspects, address community concerns, and resolve various disputes.

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.

We're delivering food to hungry farmers all over southeast Saskatchewan! 

To celebrate the hard-working people who put food on our tables, DiscoverEstevan is sending out a delicious meal for 12 people from KFC. FD4 Farms was one of our winners last week. Blake Fornwald shared that they're about halfway done harvesting their crops, and the KFC lunch was much appreciated.