Weyburn

The southeast saw RCMP officers in the area as they were executing a search warrant.

On July 24 at approximately 7:00 A.M. the RCMP’s Critical Incident Response Team executed that warrant at a residence in Alida as part of an ongoing investigation.

An adult female and a male youth were arrested at the scene. At this time, charges have not been laid by the RCMP.

The Saskatchewan RCMP continues to investigate and says they'll release more information once that's available.

While a dip in the local lake is a perfect remedy for the summer heat, swimmers should be aware of the potential for swimmer's itch, a pesky rash caused by parasitic larvae that can leave a lasting impression.

As Drowning Prevention Week unfolds from July 21st to 27th, the Lifesaving Society is urging residents to prioritize water safety.

Shelby Rushton, CEO of the Lifesaving Society's Saskatchewan Branch, emphasizes the critical need for precautions to prevent water-related accidents and fatalities.

“What’s really important to realize is that water can be a hazard, and that we need to take precautions. Things like wearing a life jacket, watching your kids around the water, and learning to swim are very important.” 

The Weyburn Market on the Farm will be back on Saturday, with more than 20 vendors, barbecue, and live music in a farm setting. 

Host and Organizer Alyssa Bjorn said this will be the first market they've held that wasn't on a long weekend, so she's hoping to see even more faces at her family's farm just five minutes north along Highway 39.

Many construction projects are underway around the city. Municipal engineer for the City of Weyburn, Renee Cugnet, says construction is far from slowing down.  

The biggest current project is the road construction on First Avenue. They began at the intersection with Government Road to open traffic for highway thirty-five. The intersection is currently operating as a three-way stop until traffic signal lights can be installed. 

Excitement is starting to fill the air in Sedley as Prairie Playhouse Early Learning Center gears up to receive a donation from the inaugural Sedley Car Show and Summer Bash on Saturday, July 27th.

Kelsey Morrison, Prairie Playhouse's board chair, shared event details, highlighting the community's enthusiastic support.

"This is our largest event to date," Morrison emphasized, "and it's shaping up to be a spectacular day for families and car enthusiasts alike."

On Tuesday, the Canadian Grain Commission revoked the grain dealer licence of LSM Grain Ltd. in Saskatoon.

Grain farmers in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Alberta may be owed money by this company for grain deliveries.

According to the company's website they handle Organic and Conventional cereals, pulses and oilseeds.

Grain farmers who may be affected could be eligible for compensation through the CGC's Safeguards for Grain Farmers Program. 

The Bank of Canada cut its key interest rate for a second consecutive time on Wednesday, but warned the path back to two per cent inflation may be uneven and would ultimately determine the pace of future rate cuts.

The central bank says its decision to lower its policy rate by a quarter percentage point was motivated by easing price pressures and weakening economic conditions.

Its key interest rate now stands at 4.5 per cent.

The Weyburn Beavers found themselves up against the top team in the WCBL Tuesday night, as the Okotoks Dawgs opened a two-game set with the Beavers at Tom Laing Park. The two teams would be evenly matched until the 7th inning when Okotoks scored four runs to take the lead and held on for an 8-5 victory.  

The Weyburn Police Services weekly report revealed the number of service calls from last week is below average. This prompted the question of whether hotter temperatures affect the tendency of people to commit crimes.  

Police Chief Jamie Blunden says he’s experienced many environmental conditions that affect people’s behavior.