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The forgotten sectors

There wasn’t much in the federal budget to stir the souls of 1.1 million Saskatchewan residents according to post-budget reports and analysis.

Nothing said I like you better than a face-wash

Boys and men have no idea how to attract women. Some are blessed with pouty good looks and money so the job becomes a lot easier for them.

Writer disputes Mandryk's assessment on privatization

The Editor: In his March 18 Leader Post article, Murray Mandryk accuses the NDP of being “stupid” to bring up the fact the Sask. Party has been hell-bent on privatization.

Council delays decision on Kensington

Estevan city council has tabled a decision on repairs for Kensington Avenue from King Street to the northern city limits. Council received a document on the project from city engineer Kiflom Weldeab at Monday night’s meeting.
Council passes landfill bylaw

Council passes landfill bylaw

The rate increases at the Estevan landfill are officially going ahead, as Estevan city council gave second and third reading to a bylaw at Monday night’s meeting. The rates won’t go up for the average landfill users.
United Way celebrates accomplishments at March 23 annual general meeting

United Way celebrates accomplishments at March 23 annual general meeting

Like many organizations in the southeast, the United Way Estevan faced challenges in 2015 due to the slowdown in the local economy, but they persevered and managed to reach their goal.

Sask. Party would ease rules on home-based food business

A re-elected Saskatchewan Party government will eliminate red-tape that is preventing local food businesses, individuals and voluntary organizations from preparing low-risk foods like cookies, candy, pies and buns in their homes for direct sale to co
Chamber reflects on past year

Chamber reflects on past year

A significant portion of the business community sat down on, Tuesday, to hear about the changes that the Estevan Chamber of Commerce has undergone in the past year.
Police respond to calls throughout the city

Police respond to calls throughout the city

Estevan Police Service members dealt with a variety of calls, including a couple of impaired drivers and an ongoing scam. Officers received a report of an assault during the March 21 day shift. The matter remains under investigation.
Hearth examines growing art trend

Hearth examines growing art trend

Jenny Western is a fan of the do-it-yourself (DIY) movement and other forms of crafts that are growing in popularity in the art community. But she admits she has been cynical at times about their popularity.
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