Local News

Carla New cleans the Linbaum House in Midale, as she gets ready for the Midale Threshing Days on Saturday, August 18 and Sunday, August 19.

As Aug. 9 quickly approaches, many are unaware of a very important day, and perhaps week in some communities. It was on this day 38 years ago that one Canadian aircraft was shot down during a peacekeeping mission.

CanElson Drilling Inc. has recently released their second quarter earnings.

Residents can watch "Cars 2" during an outdoor movie in Jubilee Park, at ball diamond five, on Friday, August 10. This outdoor movie is sponsored by the City of Weyburn, Fresh Air Cinema and Cinema4Change.

A new provincial highway traffic count provided to the City of Estevan by the Highways and Infrastructure ministry has found its way to the local Time to Twin committee centred in Estevan.

A complaint of motorbikes being operated around the Spruce Ridge School area was investigated by members of the Estevan Police Service (EPS) on Aug. 1. The drivers were warned about their actions.

The issue of smoking on patios at restaurants and bars continues to smoulder in the City of Weyburn, as it was recommended consultation take place before changes in the smoking laws are made locally.

News and notes from the July 30 regular meeting of Estevan city council

One erratic and stubborn driver was taken into custody by Estevan Police Service members on Aug. 3 following a chase that didn't end until the vehicle he was driving was brought to a halt near Halbrite on Highway 39.

Spectra Credit Union's board of directors had the facts, heard the presentations and are now looking at the analysis while preparing a recommendation to take to their members within the next few days.