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City and RM pass new plan

The councils for the City and RM of Weyburn held a "historic" joint council meeting Monday evening to pass final approval of the new Weyburn District Plan, which has been over three years in the making.

Students advance to nat'l science fair from regionals

The 23rd Southeast Regional Science Fair was held March 20 in the Carnduff Education Complex gym. Over 100 projects were entered by students from Avonlea, Oxbow, and Carnduff.

Busy international port officers deny several travellers entry into Canada

February was another very busy month at the international border crossing at North Portal, Sask. with 18,807 travellers coming from the United States into Canada at this port-of-entry.
Chipley aiming for council return

Chipley aiming for council return

Feeling that she still has something left to contribute to her community, Lynn Chipley is taking another run at a seat on city council.
Dietary expert speaks at SETI seminar

Dietary expert speaks at SETI seminar

A world-renowned expert on dietary supplements was among the featured speakers at the Southeast Enviro and Safety Seminar held last week at the Saskatchewan Energy Training Institute. Dr.

City to move ahead with bio-solids building

Following a spirited debate in council, the City of Estevan is moving forward with plans to construct a new bio-solids building in 2014. A tender package for the much-delayed facility was presented at the March 17 regular meeting of council.
Twinning of Highway 39 will move forward

Twinning of Highway 39 will move forward

To many, the delivery of the 2014 budget was a somewhat lacklustre event as the provincial government largely held the line on spending as it deals with decreasing revenues.

Some upgrades sought at library

Staff at the Estevan Public Library is looking to spruce up library space, making it both more inviting and comfortable. To do that, the library is looking toward the public to help make the space around the books one that everyone can enjoy.

Residents to have say on water fluoridation

City council has passed a motion that will allow residents to have their say about whether or not to continue placing fluoride in our water.

Pangman dancers compete at Avonlea for annual event

Pangman (cpd) - The Pangman Dance Club students attended dance competitions held in Avonlea on March 15.