Murray Wood: Federal gun initiatives take aim at small business
Darryl Schemenauer is closing down his Regina gun store after 35 years, and he puts the blame squarely on the federal Li...
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Carr calls MRI cassette delivery big step for southeast Sask.
An MRI cassette for St. Joseph's Hospital arrived in Estevan late last week, marking an important step for healthcare in southeast Saskatchewan. The modular unit had signage on the side noting it was ...
Mar 16, 2026 Minister Lori Carr of Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors and Rural and Remote Health, and MLA for Estevan-Big Muddy, said the arrival of the MRI cassette in Estevan is a major step for local healthcare. (St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation/Facebook)
Aging Canadians seeing financial, technical barriers says national study
With a look at how older residents are doing, the newest Aging in Canada Survey is showing that many are in precarious financial positions. According to the survey done by the National Institute of Ag...
Jan 11, 2026 According to the latest Aging in Canada Survey, one in four Canadian adults has under $5,000 in retirement savings. Those with lower savings tend to be women, renters, and people in poor health. (CJME files)
Estevan Angel Tree spreads seasonal joy to hundreds of families
The holiday season is in full swing in Estevan, and thanks to the incredible generosity of the community, the Estevan Angel Tree and Community Hamper program is making a big impact once again. Cindy B...
Dec 21, 2025 The Estevan Angel Tree and Community Hamper program is helping hundreds of local families this Christmas thanks to overwhelming community support and volunteer efforts. (Estevan Community Hamper & Angel Tree/Submitted)
Redvers Library hosts Dog First Aid and 'Bling Your Book' programs
The Redvers Library has been busy with a series of creative and hands-on programs, some involving pets, and head librarian Kary Soroka says the turnout has been strong. Redvers is located 140 kilometr...
Sep 28, 2025 Head librarian Kary Soroka says the Redvers Library is keeping the community engaged with hands-on programs, from pet safety to art, early learning, and a new rhinestone book project this fall. (Redvers Public Library/Submitted)
Roche Percee's mayor uses humour to address coyote encounters
The Village of Roche Percee has taken a lighthearted approach to some unusual happenings around town, with Mayor Jay Riedel weaving humor into recent coyote sightings. Roche Percee is located 20 kilom...
Sep 27, 2025 While the story carries plenty of playful references to cartoon antics, Riedel confirmed that coyotes are occasionally spotted in the area. (karlumbriaco.hotmail.com/Depositphotos.com)
Milder, wetter winter ahead, predicts Old Farmer's Almanac
The Southern Prairies can expect a significant break from frigid temperatures this winter, according to the newly released 2026 Canadian edition of The Old Farmer's Almanac. The highly anticipated lon...
Sep 13, 2025 The Old Farmer's Almanac 2025-26 Canadian Edition predicts a mild, wet winter for the Southern Prairies (screenshot from almanac.com/winter-forecast-canada)
Former Estevan Bruins player facing assault, animal cruelty charges in Regina
A former Estevan Bruins hockey player is scheduled to appear in Regina Provincial Court on Thursday to face several serious charges. Mason Strutt, who remains in custody, has been charged with utterin...
Apr 17, 2025 Former Estevan Bruins player Mason Strutt. (file photo/Estevan Bruins)
New initiative hopes to boost consumer confidence for Canadian meat products
By Scott Boulton Canadian producers will have a new way to make sure they can say their product is upholding sustainability, as the Canadian Meat Council (CMC) is unveiling their participation in the ...
Apr 09, 2025 The Protein PACT Sustainability Framework will judge sustainability across the country from producers. (Discover Estevan file photo)
Estevan police chief pens thank-you letter following tragic Nov. 1
Estevan Police Service Chief Rich Lowen published a letter thanking everyone involved in helping out the service on, and since, a tragic November 1. He also said that the officer who was shot during a...
Nov 15, 2023
Mother and son dead after violent morning in Estevan
Both the victim of a "serious incident" the Estevan Police Service were called to Wednesday morning and the suspect have died. A statement from a family member confirmed they were mother and son. EPS ...
Nov 02, 2023
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Sarah Mills: The season of the zipper merge has returned
It sometimes feels like leaders in our cities and towns don't plan for construction very well, but Sarah Mills says the ...
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