Estevan

Getting this year's hay crop cut in top condition has been a challenge across the prairies.

The heat over the last couple of weeks is resulting in a decline not just in crops, but in hay quality as well.

Hay conditions have been slowly declining since we started seeing the higher temperatures with many days hitting well into the 30's.

Estevan organizations are getting some extra money as Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan has dispersed $1.16 million in charitable gaming grants for the first quarter of 2024-25.

That goes towards a number of organizations, totaling 750 across the province and dozens in the southeast.

Mervyn Gilbertson
1943 - 2024

The family of James “Mervyn” Gilbertson of Regina, SK, previously Forget, SK, beloved husband of Sharon Gilbertson (Richaud) sadly announces his passing on Friday, July 26, 2024, in Regina, at the age of 81 years. 

As per Merv’s wishes, there will be a private family and friends Celebration of Life on Saturday, September 14, 2024.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Stoughton and District First Responders, Box 282, Stoughton, SK S0G 4T0.

Robert "Bob" Cranna
1949 - 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert William "Bob" Cranna on July 26, 2024, at the Regina Pasqua Hospital Palliative Care Unit after a heartbreaking battle with cancer.  

Several drive-off gas thefts occurred over the weekend, prompting police to investigate an uptick in these incidents. Sergeant Tyler McMillen explained that while this is not a common occurrence, it does happen.

“We periodically get gas drive-offs, and the majority of them are cases where cards didn’t work at the pumps or similar issues,” said McMillen. “In many instances, we can contact the registered owner if we have the plate. They are usually good about coming to clear them up.”

Last Wednesday, the RCMP’s Criminal Incident Response Team served a search warrant at a home in Alida in connection with an investigation into a series of break-ins in that community earlier this year. At the time of the warrant being executed, the RCMP advised of an increased police presence, and that two people had been taken into custody – a woman, and a male youth.  

When I'm on the road searching for wildlife, I'm always looking for other photo opportunities. This beautiful sunset was taken near Benson, Saskatchewan on a winter's day. I had to wait a few minutes for the composition that I wanted, but it was well worth it. Oh, that was good!!! 

"Saskatchewan Winter Sunset" 

This Canvas Print is on display in my Gallery at the Estevan Market Mall.

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An apartment building located at 509 12th Avenue in Estevan has been closed following an inspection by Estevan Fire Rescue (EFR).

The notice, dated July 24, 2024, cites Section 31(5) of The Fire Safety Act, which states that if a fire inspector finds a serious danger to people, property, or the environment during an inspection, they can:

Gas pumps across the province saw a hike in cost recently, with many seeing a ten-cent or more increase during the weekend.

According to GasBuddy Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan, the Canadian Prairies and the United States’ Midwest have seen gas prices increase due to a power outage at a major refinery near Chicago. 

Estevan Minor Baseball (EMB) has been busy over the last few weeks, hosting five provincial tournaments over two consecutive weekends. 

“Everything was on schedule, everybody had fun, and everybody liked the diamonds. All the out-of-town teams liked the city; everything was perfect,” said Mel Murray, Vice President of Estevan Minor Baseball, noting that the kids know how to play good, entertaining baseball.