Estevan

Dennis John Hagel
October 1947 – July 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dennis John Hagel of Regina, SK, formerly of Estevan, SK, who passed away peacefully at Pasqua Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family, at the age of 77.

Following a private graveside service; all family and friends are invited to join the family to celebrate Dennis’s life at the Royal Canadian Legion in Estevan on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

New findings from the Canadian Social Survey show that while people in Saskatchewan are more hopeful about the future than the average Canadian, they currently report lower levels of life satisfaction and a weaker sense of purpose. 

Sometimes the most powerful ideas don’t come from a boardroom — they come from the back pasture. This August, the Southeast TechHub is launching a hands-on initiative with SaskBeef that puts innovation boots-on-the-ground. The concept is simple but impactful: bring innovators out to a working ranch, let them see real-world challenges up close, and help them build solutions that actually fit the industry’s needs.

A woman is facing multiple charges after police seized cash and cocaine during a search of a home in south Estevan.

The Estevan Police Service Drug Intelligence Unit executed a search warrant on July 10 under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Officers seized approximately $10,000 in cash and cocaine with an estimated street value of $2,000.

As a result, 35-year-old Christina Strong of Estevan has been charged with trafficking cocaine, possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, and possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000.

The U13A Estevan Bulldogs capped off a standout season with a strong showing at Provincials this past weekend in Saskatoon, finishing as one of the top eight teams in Saskatchewan.

The Bulldogs opened the tournament with a tough loss to the White Butte Storm but quickly bounced back. They defeated the Regina Saints in a dominant 16-2 win, followed by a close 9-7 victory over the Saskatoon Laser. They closed out the round robin with a 3-1 win against the Saskatoon Raider.

Last month the Provincial Ombudsman opened up an investigation about concerns over the provincial government’s handling of the wildfire crisis and the Saskatchewan NDP are hoping Ombudsman Sharon Pratchler will give attention to three areas the Saskatchewan NDP believe should be included: Housing and income support for evacuees, mental health support for evacuees and first responders and emergency alert system failure.

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says the economy is becoming the primary focus of Canada's relationships in the Indo-Pacific — a shift that appears linked to Canada's recent moves to overcome its security dispute with India.

Anand was in Japan and Malaysia this week for her first trip to the region since taking over as foreign minister in May. Her message coming out of that trip was that Canada's foreign policy is shifting — though not abandoning — the priorities set by the previous Liberal government of former prime minister Justin Trudeau.

The Estevan Police Service has a few new faces that will be joining the service, as two officers have joined up this summer, with two others just starting the process of joining up.

Csts. Jesse Peterson and Keaten Tarnes recently graduated from the Saskatchewan Police College and have joined the Estevan Police Service as they undergo field training. Meanwhile Csts. Josie Palmer and Colin Sutter have recently been sworn in as Probationary Constables, attending the College from July 22 - December 12.

The Department of National Defence is looking at the possibility of complementing its incoming F-35 fleet with uncrewed combat aircraft.

Unclassified documents obtained by The Canadian Press show the department is researching various options for acquiring the emerging technology.

The documents suggest that purchasing a fleet of aerial combat drones that could fly alongside fighter jets could cost as much as $16 billion and would require hundreds of staff.

The City of Estevan says a seasonal algae bloom is behind the recent earthy or musty taste and smell reported in the local drinking water supply.

The issue, which is common during prolonged periods of hot weather, is caused by naturally occurring compounds released by algae in the source water. While the odour may be noticeable to some residents, the City says the water remains safe to drink and meets all provincial and national standards.