Estevan Mercury

The May 15 COVID-19 update for Saskatchewan shows that there have been 196 new cases of the virus diagnosed in Saskatchewan, including 13 in the South East. Twelve of those new cases are in South East Zone 4, which includes Estevan.

Editor's Note: This is the latest article in our Co-op Cares series. It celebrates organizations that do great things in communities where the Southern Plains Co-op operates.

A $37 million partnership between the Government of Saskatchewan and the rural municipalities (RMs) of Souris Valley, Lake Alma, Surprise Valley and Laurier is leading to the upgrade of Highways 18 and 28.

Age eligibility for first dose drops to 20 on Sunday

Estevan Bruins’ forward Caleb Petrie has made the final three in the SJHL’s RBC Community Ambassador competition. Petrie was chosen as the Bruins’ representative for the 2021 honour, as each team selected one player to be their nominee.

As the world navigates its way through this pandemic, we are all doing our best to adapt. For the past year, we have all experienced a lack of physical connection due to gathering restrictions.

The Envision Counselling and Support Centre is marking Sexual Violence Awareness Week from May 17-21. Sexual Assault Services of Saskatchewan (SASS) is taking the lead for this weeklong campaign and Envision is eager to take part.

Pet anxiety is one of the most common concerns an owner can have about their furry friend.

A COVID-19 walk-in vaccine clinic will be held at the Estevan Church of God on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The clinic is open to all eligible populations and groups. No appointment is necessary, and ID will be required at the door.

There are 227 new cases of COVID-19 to report in Saskatchewan on May 14, including 26 in South East Zone 4, which includes Estevan. The number of new daily cases is the highest for Zone 4 since the start of the pandemic.