Estevan

Estevan residents demonstrated their angelic spirits on Devils Night, with the Estevan Police Service reporting only two incidents in the community.

The first involved a hit-and-run collision in central Estevan, resulting in minor damage. A vehicle was struck by another while stopped at a stop sign, and the matter remains under investigation.

The second incident was an attempted scam. A scammer, impersonating an injured family member, requested money for medical expenses. The resident recognized the fraud attempt and did not send any money or provide information.

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 emerging country music artists and the established stars we’ve come to love, celebrating their milestones and new releases.

The Government of Saskatchewan’s latest Crown oil and natural gas public offering held Tuesday, Oct. 29, raised $7,304,936.95, with the Estevan area generating the majority of the revenue.

The offering featured 112 parcels, with 93 receiving acceptable bids, covering a total of 15,347.639 hectares.

The Estevan area generated the most interest, bringing in $5,417,916.25 for 56 leases and one exploration licence, totaling 8,330.517 hectares.

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture released its final crop report of the year, summing up the final week from October 15 to 21.

As of now, producers across Saskatchewan have finished up the harvest with 100 per cent of the crop in the bin.

Early into the season in May and June, many areas received above-average rainfall which could have led to a later harvest. However, hot and dry conditions caused crops to rapidly mature which caused harvest to take place earlier than expected.

Wednesday afternoon I got out for a "Moose Cruise" which simply means I'm looking for moose to photograph. Well, it held true yesterday as I found 12 moose in total. The first few had 6 together sunning themselves and just enjoying the day. Thirty minutes later I came across this guy who was very accommodating and didn't mind spending some time with me. 

On the way home an hour later, I came across another 5 that were just hanging out in a stubble field. All in all, it was a great cruise.

The Estevan RCMP are looking for help from the public to identify two males involved in a motor vehicle theft from Benson on September 23rd at around 10:00 a.m.

The Saskatoon Police Service has recovered the vehicle, but the suspects are still at large.

Anyone with information is asked to call 310-RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Kelly Steinke

1977 – 2024

Kelly Steinke, late of Estevan, SK passed away suddenly at the Regina General Hospital on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the age of 47 years.

The Celebration of Life for Kelly will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, SK with Carmella Backlun officiating. The lunch reception will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion (large hall) following the service.

Marian Cecilia Weber

1954 – 2024

With broken hearts, the family of Marian Weber announce her unexpected passing at home on Monday, October 28, 2024.

The private family Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at Hall Funeral Services with Rev. Thuy Nguyen presiding. Interment will take place at the Estevan City Cemetery, Estevan, SK.

As Halloween approaches, the Estevan Police Service is gearing up to ensure a safe celebration for all. With excited trick-or-treaters set to hit the streets, EPS Chief Jamie Blunden shares essential safety tips to keep everyone visible and secure during the spookiest night of the year.

Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly says she hopes countries from around the world will support a plan to bring back Ukrainian children who have been deported to Russia since the war in Ukraine began nearly three years ago. 

Joly urged more than 70 delegations attending a ministerial conference in Montreal on Wednesday to make a “strong pledge” to ensure children and other Ukrainian civilians and prisoners of war are returned home.