Estevan Mercury

There is one new case of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan to report on June 6, bringing the provincial total to 650. The new case is in the Far North region. Of the 650 reported cases, 28, or about four per cent, are considered active.

White Bear Lake Resort has opened to cottagers and vacationers on May 30.

The year 2020 is a year that will be remembered and taught to future generations. It seems as though the start of every month brings another chaotic twist that we just aren’t ready for.

A wind warning is in effect for the Estevan area. The warning was issued at 8:11 a.m. Saturday by Environment Canada. It states a low-pressure system moving south of the Canada-U.S. border will bring gusty winds to southeast Saskatchewan.

The Estevan Police Service has released more information regarding a recent incident that left a cyclist with serious injuries. The incident occurred at approximately 1 p.m.

With COVID-19 related restrictions being eased, many operations slowly come back to normal. The Estevan Fire Rescue Service is also getting back to their regular business inspections that were put on pause due to the pandemic.

The Estevan Bruins didn’t have to look far to make their first selection in the 2020 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) Bantam Draft. Forward Carson Birnie of Arcola was chosen in the first round, seventh overall, in Friday’s draft.

Police in North Battleford called to two sudden death investigations RCMP officers continue to investigate two sudden death incidents in North Battleford reported to police on June 4. Investigators have determined the two incidents are not related.

There is one new case of COVID-19 to report for June 5, bringing the provincial total to 649. The new case is in the far north region. Of the 649 reported cases, 27, or four per cent, are considered active.

The Saskatchewan RCMP did not issue any charges related to COVID-19 restrictions for the second straight week. From May 29 to June 4, there were 35 calls for service related to COVID-19. Twenty complaints were for large gatherings of over 10 people.