Local News

NIPAWIN — Nobody was injured as a Nipawin streetlight on Main Street that was marked for replacement by SaskPower in May collapsed across the sidewalk and onto the road. On June 29, at 4:58 pm, the Nipawin Fire Department was dispatched to the call.

RED EARTH — Vandalism to a 225 Cat Trackhoe in Red Earth caused approximately $16,000 worth of damage.

Métis Nation-Saskatchewan President Glen McCallum extended condolences to the family of the The Honourable W. Thomas Molloy, Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan, who passed away Tuesday.

Saskatchewan RCMP issued a news release Tuesday regarding arrest videos being shared online, saying they have begun a review of the incidents shown.

NIPAWIN — A semi-truck proved too tall for residential roads in Nipawin after it pulled down SaskTel fibre optic cables. On June 27, at 8:56 pm, the Nipawin Fire Department was dispatched to a call of downed power lines in town.

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan Tom Molloy: “Today, I join the people of Saskatchewan to mourn the passing of their Lieutenant Governor, His Honour the Honou

MELFORT — Drywall has been completed and duct work has started on the North East SPCA’s Harry and Eve Vickar Shelter in Melfort. “The fundraising has been going on for years,” said Meagan Schmitz, shelter manager.

WATROUS — A red and white 1982 Silverline 17.5-foot inboard motorboat was stolen from Watrous Concrete, where it was being stored. The theft took place on June 23. Those with any information are asked to contact Watrous RCMP or Crime Stoppers.

Following is the Saskatchewan Premier’s announcement on the death of Lieutenant Governor W. Thomas Molloy: Premier Scott Moe regrets to share the sad news of the death of Saskatchewan’s Lieutenant Governor the Honourable W. Thomas Molloy, O.C., S.O.

RM OF USBORNE — A 43-year-old Drake man is facing 14 charges, including breaking and entering, theft of a motor vehicle and driving while impaired.