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A single vehicle rollover in downtown Moose Jaw late Thursday night has claimed the life of one person.

The collision on Main Street North between the 1100 and 1300 block occurred at approximately 11:49 p.m. 

Two other occupants of the vehicle were taken to hospital with one suffering serious but non-life-threatening injuries and the other being treated for minor injuries and has been released from hospital.

As the southwet begins to see the first signs of winter, it's an ideal time to remind Swift Current residents about the Community Fridge and it's significance to the community.

With so many families and community members struggling, the Community Fridge has been a huge success since it's inception over a year ago.

Lindsey Wilk, co-founder of the Community Fridge, underscored that they accept non-perishable foods, boxed and canned foods, frozen meals, and personal and hygiene items.

Saskatchewan residents with experience in leadership and a passion for conservation can apply for new job opportunity that just opened up with the Nature Conservancy of Canada. 

The role of regional vice-president is up for grabs, which will include overseeing a team of 30 employees and a nearly $12 million budget.

The Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (SPRA) has announced Eston as a standout in the 2024 Communities in Bloom Provincial Competition, awarding it 4 Blooms in the 501-1,000 population category. This year, Eston’s dedication to beautifying its public spaces, preserving heritage, and managing environmental initiatives earned the town special recognition for its efforts in environmental action—particularly through its water conservation initiatives at local ball diamonds.

We’re excited to welcome Mallory Johnson and Dallas Alexander to the show this weekend! Mallory will kick things off by discussing her new single, Suitcase. Then, Dallas Alexander will debut on the show with his latest single, Can’t Blame My Bloodline. Plus, we’ll look back at this week in 2018 with a #1 hit from Kane Brown.

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake has struck in northern Yukon, but Natural Resources Canada says there have been no reports of damage and none would be expected.

The quake struck about 167 kilometres north of Keno, Yukon, and 519 kilometres from Whitehorse, just after noon Pacific Time at a depth of 27 kilometres.

Natural Resources Canada had initially reported a magnitude of 5.8 for the quake, and says tremors were felt in Keno, which has a population of about 20 people.

Saskatchewan's new Minister of Eduation is looking forward to the challenges ahead on his new portfolio.

Premier Scott Moe named Swift Current MLA Evertt Hindley to the role yesterday moving, shifting him from Minister of Health.

Lac Pelletier property owners, families, and lake-goers can look forward to the restoration of the lake's shoreline and a long-term plan to maintain a healthy lake.

A handful of local groups have partnered to kick off a new project, Shoreline Restoration to Improve Freshwater Quality at Lac Pelletier. 

Kevin Steinley, executive director of the Swift Current Creek Watershed Stewards, noted that the much-needed project will involve planting native vegetation along the shoreline, which will significantly reduce erosion.

Local SaskTel workers are the force behind this years SaskTel TeleCare donations. 

Eight none profits are bennitting from the generosity of the workers who have signed on with the program, which takes a small part of their paycheques to be added to the program. In total, TeleCare gave out close to $7,500 this year. 

This year, SaskAbilities, the Swift Current SPCA, Salvation Army, and the Alzheimer's Society were among the recipients. The remaining four donations went to local school's lunch programs, such as the one at O.M. Irwin. 

Last night, Swift Current City RCMP responded to a single vehicle collision. 

At around 6:30 yesterday evening, officers found a vehicle that had crashed into the barriers on the South Railway Street East bridge, near the Kinetic Park Grounds. 

The driver, an adult female, was taken to hospital by EMS with non-life threatening injuries.