Estevan

Rates of intimate partner violence (IPV) and family violence in Saskatchewan surpassed both provincial and national averages in 2023, according to newly released data from the Saskatchewan RCMP.

The RCMP reported 813 incidents of IPV and 890 cases of family violence per 100,000 people last year. In comparison, the provincial averages were 710 for IPV and 741 for family violence per 100,000. These figures are part of a nationwide increase in such violence, as highlighted in a report by the Canadian Centre for Justice and Community Safety Statistics released on October 24, 2024.

The days are getting shorter and colder, and like some residents of Saskatchewan, many species of birds are making their way to warmer climates throughout North America. 

While most migratory species have already returned to their winter homes, there are some that have decided to extend their stay in our province. 

Dr. Mitch Weegman, Ducks Unlimited Canada Endowed Chair in Wetland and Waterfowl Conservation, joined us to shed some light on these hardy animals. 

Protein Industries Canada has put an open call out for projects exploring the blending of pulses and cereal crops to create new ingredients and plant-based food products as well as improve existing ones in store shelves.  

The Parole Board of Canada says it is now working to allow victims’ families to attend Paul Bernardo's parole hearing and deliver their victim impact statements in person.

A lawyer representing the families of two teenage girls murdered by notorious killer and serial rapist Paul Bernardo said they had been denied the right to deliver their statements in person at Bernardo's upcoming parole hearing. The issue was raised by Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre during question period in the House of Commons Wednesday.

Estevan Police Service responded to several accidents on Tuesday as snow continued to cause problems for motorists in the southeast.

EPS responded to a motor vehicle collision in the west-central part of the city, where an eastbound vehicle slid off the road and into a curb. The vehicle was towed due to the damage sustained. No injuries were reported.

Southeast Saskatchewan was given its first taste of winter when the area was treated to heavy snowfall and strong winds earlier this week. Despite the sudden plunge of the temperature, Estevan's postal workers were continuing to strike. 

Randy Boissonnault is leaving his post as employment minister in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's cabinet after weeks of questions about the Edmonton MP's shifting claims of Indigenous identity and his business dealings.

Despite the first snow of the year, the recent arm-wrestling tournament in Estevan was a resounding success, drawing about 75 entries and competitors from across the region. Saskatchewan emerged victorious in the highly anticipated Manitoba versus Saskatchewan competition, securing the coveted "Man-Sask" trophy.

Snow and strong winds that have been affecting much of the province are expected to taper off later today, with cooler temperatures settling in as winter takes hold across the southeast.

"So, that low-pressure system that's been impacting most of the province is pulling off. We are expecting the snow and the winds to taper off later this morning into this afternoon. It will be much cooler than it has been over the previous few months, but winter is settling in," said Danielle Dejardins, a warning preparedness meteorologist with Environment Canada.

As winter continues to grip the southeast, the Estevan Police Service has been called to several collisions, prompting a safety reminder from Deputy Chief Warren Morrical about the importance of winter driving preparation.