Estevan

Estevan Police Services responded to several notable incidents over the weekend, including a cyclist who fell and rode away, a bank account theft, and two reports of suspected impaired drivers. EPS continues to investigate and urges the public to stay vigilant.

The intense heat we've been dealing with over the last couple of weeks has resulted in signs of heat stress starting to show up in some crops.

There's a real concern about the potential impact on canola crops at the flowering stage.

Curtis Rempel, vice president of crop production and innovation with the Canola Council of Canada says when the temperatures are in the 30's, it's especially hard on flowering canola plants.

The RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating and identifying an individual who stole a truck and debit card and led police on a pursuit.

On July 16th at 7:20 A.M. the suspect attended Petro Canada in Grenfell in a Black GMC Duramax with the Saskatchewan licence plate 237 LIQ, that was stolen from Virden, Manitoba yesterday.

A $200,000 donation is going to the MRI project at St. Joseph's Hospital, which will help out one southeast RM who is making the donation.

The RM of Souris Valley announced they would make the donation which will come in the form of  $100,000 this year and $100,000 next year.

Reeve Glenn Walkeden says that the community wanted to see some support for the project.

The latest inflation data was released by Statistics Canada Tuesday morning.  

The numbers showed the overall consumer rate index in Saskatchewan, or CPI held steady in June at 1.43 percent. While the overall number remained unchanged from the previous month, some numbers did have changes. Some of the biggest changes outside of the energy sector came with food and shelter, which were up 3.68 percent and 3.72 percent respectively.  

While photographing this bear, it was very cautious and always kept an eye on us. We kept our distance and were inside a vehicle as always, we never want to cause any stress on the animals we photograph. 

It's amazing how they will just go about their business but know exactly where you are and what you're doing the entire time. This particular bear was just enjoying the dandelions and sunshine. 

"Well Aware of You" 

After two years of bargaining between the Saskatchewan Government and General Employees Union and the province, a new contract has been voted on and has passed.

The deal had been introduced back in the spring after an impasse was declared in February between the two sides.

Over 120 swimmers from eight clubs participated in the invitationals hosted by the Estevan Golden Eels Swim Club over the weekend.

Scott Walton, president of the Golden Eels Swim Club, said the day was a big success, bringing in over 300 spectators to cheer the athletes on.

“We had some great performances from swimmers from all clubs. It was a very successful day, and I know the kids had a lot of fun. The meet was well-run and organized,” Walton said.

This year marks the 10th Anniversary for Ag in Motion. 

Western Canada's largest outdoor farm show at Langham, Saskatchewan, features over 600 exhibitors and is expected to attract about 32,000 visitors over the three days.

Show Manager Rob O'Connor says Ag in Motion is also attracting a number of international visitors with over 230 guests coming from Australia, Africa, Europe, Mexico and the United States.

He notes what sets this show apart from others is the crop plot trials, live equipment demonstrations, and the always popular ride n drive area.

Robert "Bob" Marchand 1950 – 2023

The family of Bob Marchand of Yorkton and fomerly of Stoughton, beloved husband of the late Donna Marchand sadly announce his passing on December 7, 2023.