Weyburn

A bargain-hunter's dream event will go live next week: Golden West's DiscoverWeyburn Online Auction.

Registration opened up today for the DiscoverWeyburn Online Auction, which will go live on August 13th. Hundreds of local items will be up for grabs, with everything from gift cards to local restaurants and hotel stays, to great local products and services. 

Métis leaders left a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday saying they're confident they will be included in talks about major projects Ottawa hopes to use to bolster the economy in the face of a trade war with the United States.

"When things really matter, Métis governments come together and we get the work done," said Métis Nation of Ontario president Margaret Froh.

The Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs says it's time for Ottawa to stop studying the idea of a national forest fire co-ordination agency and take action.

The organization's president wants the federal government to take inspiration from the U.S. Fire Administration to establish a similar office in Canada.

The U.S. office is part of Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, but Ken McMullen says a Canadian version could be simpler and less costly.

Weyburn is celebrating local history this weekend at Heritage Village Days, with a lineup of experiences, events, and performances. 

The fun will begin tomorrow at 11 a.m. with the opening ceremonies, followed at 11:30 a.m. with sheep herding by Russell Roome. Eli Barsi will then take the stage from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., followed by De Tricky Feet Dance Studio from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.  

The Weyburn Police Service was called to a local hotel after reports of an assault. Sergeant Riley Ross says the incident occurred between a customer and his taxi driver. 

“Upon arrival, it was determined that an individual who was a customer for a taxicab company was getting dropped off at the hotel. Upon exiting the vehicle, he assaulted the taxicab driver, which resulted in charges under the criminal code for assault being laid against that individual.” 

The Weyburn Humane Society is rallying to move some future-pets from the shelter into local homes, as well as for their annual vehicle raffle fundraiser.

Currently, they have a special for the month of August, a $50 adoption fee.

"Hopefully that does help move some of the cats and dogs because there are some that have been there for a while, so and it's not a great life to be stuck in a kennel," shared Board Chair Bev Paul.

She said some of the cats have been with them for quite some time.

According to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture's Weekly Crop Report for July 29th to August 4th, harvest is at the top of mind for southeast producers, with many currently preparing equipment and grain storage for the incoming crop.

Many crops are progressing nicely in the southeast, but need timely rain over the next couple of weeks to support seed development.

After a break on Wednesday from the deluge on Tuesday, the forecast is once again calling for more showers and thunderstorms beginning today, with a low-pressure system set to move through the area. We could also get 10 to 15 mm of downpour overnight tonight.

"It looks pretty widespread and slow-moving, so it'll probably bring you in some showery weather through the start of the weekend," said Scientist Christy Climenhaga with Environment Canada.

An uptick in vandalism is being noted by the Weyburn Police Service after an incident at Elk’s Park last Tuesday. The play structures were damaged by spray paint overnight and trash was strewn about the area.  

Sergeant Riley Ross with the Weyburn Police Service says while they don’t have any suspects at this time, there was no lasting damage. 

“The spray paint was able to be removed, so we are reminding the public that if they do see anything suspicious, to contact the police and we will investigate that.” 

Tatagwa Tree Day has been postponed due to inclement weather. The event will now take place on Saturday, August 16th. 

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Weyburn’s annual Tatagwa Tree Day is coming back this weekend, and the city’s Parks Department is inviting the community to help plant 140 trees within the Tatagwa Parkway System. 

Paige Tenbult, Communications Coordinator with the City of Weyburn, says the trees planted will include multiple varieties, including spruce, poplar, buffalo berry, and Manitoba maple.