Canadian Foodgrains Bank receives $100 million over four years to combat food insecurity
The Canadian Foodgrains Bank has once again received federal government funding with a grant for $100 million over the next four years.
Split into $25 million per year, that will go towards their programs which help Candian-produced food go to hungry mouths internationally.
Andy Harrington, the executive director of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, says he's happy to be able to help more people over the next four years.
'Another nail in Justin's coffin': Liberals lose another stronghold in Bloc Québécois byelection victory
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has suffered another devastating byelection blow with the loss of a second Liberal stronghold, this one to the Bloc Québécois in LaSalle—Émard—Verdun.
Voters went to the polls Monday in the Montreal riding as well as in Winnipeg's Elmwood—Transcona, where the NDP retained its long-held seat after a tough race against the Conservatives.
Trudeau already faced calls from party faithful to resign as leader after unexpectedly losing Toronto—St. Paul’s to the Conservatives in a byelection this past June.
Parking lot collision totals two vehicles: WPS
On Thursday morning, the Weyburn Police Service were called to the scene of a collision in the parking lot of Southeast College. One vehicle was pulling into the lot from King Street, the other was travelling north through the lot. The vehicles collided, causing enough damage for both vehicles to be towed away, however, neither of the drivers were injured.
Sergeant Shane St. John says typically parking lot incidents only result in fender benders. He says it's important to yield to the right of way.
Twelfth annual Weyburn Culture Days celebration begins September 20th
Weyburn Culture Days will be kicking off on September 20th as part of the national event celebrating culture and diversity across the country. This is the twelfth time Weyburn has participated, curator for the Weyburn Art Gallery, Regan Lanning says it’s “designed to create opportunities for cultural awareness and cultural sharing within our communities.”
'I'd be honoured to serve them again': City Councillor Larry Heggs shares on plans to run for another term
After being elected to his seat on Weyburn City Council in May, following a bi-election held after the passing of long-term Councillor Dick Michel, Larry Heggs has announced his plans to run for another term in the upcoming municipal election.
For Heggs, the learning curve of City Council wasn't so steep, given his background with the chamber and regional economic development.
Raining cats & dogs; volunteers, not so much: Weyburn Humane Society
While the Weyburn Humane Society's special on spayed and neutered dogs has been seeing some success, the animal shelter has seen an overall decline in volunteers and donations.
MPs to discuss deaths of First Nations people by police in emergency debate
Members of Parliament will hold an emergency debate in the House of Commons Monday evening on a string of recent deaths of First Nations people during interactions with Canadian police forces.
Six First Nations people have died in the last two weeks at the hands of police officers, which NDP MP Lori Idlout characterizes as a "disturbing pattern."
She wrote a letter to House Speaker Greg Fergus calling for the emergency debate, lambasting what she called a lack of media coverage of the deaths and inaction by the government to pass legislation on First Nations policing.
Prost!: The 4th annual Oktoberfest returns to the Weyburn Legion
Germany is coming back to Weyburn this year with the 4th annual Oktoberfest fundraiser happening on October 5th at the Weyburn Legion. A fun filled evening of food, drink, and dance for those 19 years of age or older with live music from two local bands.
Verbeem, Goldie Alice
Goldie Alice Verbeem, late of Weyburn, SK passed away on September 15, 2024 at the age of 84 years
Prayers will be held on Friday, September 20, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. from RD Family Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, SK with celebrant Fr. Valentine Amobi. A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn, SK.
Preparing your lawn for winter: Tips from an agrologist
Fall weather will soon have leaves and lawns turning amber. Agrologist Sherri Roberts says lawns must be properly prepared to weather winter conditions.
Roberts says there is a debate on whether to fertilize a lawn one last time in the fall. She mentions the type of fertilizer is what makes the difference.