Weyburn

The Weyburn Therapeutic Animal Park (WTAP) has been busy since their opening day on June 7th. Hosting a flock of new and interesting animals, including ducks, alpacas, bunnies, ponies, and more; the fun never stops at the park.  

That fun is going to continue into July as they’re partnering with the Weyburn Youth Centre for a Glow Dance Fundraiser on July 19th. Janay Kistanov, president and communications manager at WTAP, talks about the intriguing new fundraiser. 

The summer weather paired with an abundance of local lakes and rivers has many people exploring local waterways on smaller vessels, like canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. While far smaller and less regulated than the operation of a standard pleasure craft, there are rules for users of human-powered watercraft.  

Senior Conservation Officer for the Weyburn compliance area, Lindsey Leko, says that contrary to popular belief, these vessels are subject to the clean, drain, dry mandate and the check stops that accompany it.  

Bicycles are a cost-effective way to get around the city during the warmer months; however, many people are unaware of where they belong on the roadway. Constable Preston Roy with the Weyburn Police Service explains all bicycles are under the Traffic Safety Act. 

The head of an Ottawa-based Canadian Army regiment has been temporarily removed as part of an investigation into alleged online behaviour that the commander of the army says disgraced the military.

The commanding officer of the Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa has been removed from his post in connection with a probe into the "Blue Hackle Mafia" social media group, Lt-Gen Michael Wright said in a statement to army ranks Wednesday and shared with The Canadian Press Thursday.

Systematic government collection and analysis of data about mysterious sightings in the sky could help Canada better prepare for incidents like the sudden appearance of several high-altitude balloons over North America two years ago, says a report from the federal science adviser.

One of the balloons, which wafted above western Canada in early 2023 before being shot down off the U.S. coast, apparently originated from China and carried sophisticated equipment.

The balloon episodes generated intense public speculation before fading from the headlines.

The All Canada Classic Sheep Show returned to Brandon this past weekend, bringing together sheep producers from across the country to showcase breeding stock and connect with fellow industry members.

With about 250 sheep for sale and attendees from Nova Scotia to British Columbia, the event marked a milestone for the national sheep industry.

A local success story

Brandon last hosted the national show in 1981, and the event remained here for three years before moving westward across the country.

From water skiing and tubing to cruising and angling, there is no shortage of boating recreation to be found at local lakes. However, alongside the fun there are safety regulations all boaters should consider before heading to the boat launch.  

Lindsey Leko is the Senior Conservation Officer for the Weyburn compliance area. He explains that everyone operating a boat has a responsibility to protect other boaters and the aquatic environment.  

This week, we teamed up with the City of Weyburn for another Great Plains Taste of Summer Charity BBQ at Memorial Park. It was a sell-out event, raising $1,007.75 for the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #47. 

With e-scooters becoming a popular way for people to get around on the streets of Weyburn, there have been some wondering what the exact rules for them are. In an interview with Discover Weyburn, Constable Preston Roy of the Weyburn Police Service outlined that there are a number of regulations when it comes to e-scooters, which are a combination of provincial legislation and local bylaws. 

It was a tale of two games for the Weyburn Beavers at Tom Laing Park on Wednesday night. After dropping a tight 2-1 decision in the first game of a doubleheader, the Beavers' bats came to life in the nightcap, powering them to a decisive 6-1 victory over the Swift Current 57s.