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Watch out for moose

Watch out for moose

Moose sightings in southeast Saskatchewan have become quite frequent. This youngster was spotted wandering in the field by Highway 18 not far from Oungre. Moose can develop a speed of up to 60 kilometres per hour and may weigh up to 680 kilos.
In the spirit of Agricultural Safety Week, grain farmer reflects on recent purchase of aerial lift

In the spirit of Agricultural Safety Week, grain farmer reflects on recent purchase of aerial lift

Ian Cushon’s recent purchase of an aerial lift aligns with the objectives of Canadian Agricultural Safety Week.
New fundraiser will support humane society

New fundraiser will support humane society

The Estevan Humane Society has embarked on a new fundraiser with a talented artist who is also an animal lover. BJ Zieger, who owns Lucky Buddha Tattoo, will provide a tattoo or portrait of a pet/animal of choice for the winner of a raffle.
COVID-19 update: 87 new cases, 114 recoveries and one death

COVID-19 update: 87 new cases, 114 recoveries and one death

There are 87 new cases of COVID-19 and 114 recoveries to report in Saskatchewan on March 17, bringing the provincial total to 30,970 cases. One Saskatchewan resident who tested positive for COVID-19 has died.
Owners of proposed car wash make appeal to council

Owners of proposed car wash make appeal to council

A parcel of land on Nesbitt Drive was purchased back in 2013 with the intention of creating a multi-bay, eco-friendly vehicle wash business called the Rock-N-Wash.

Be smart with the gathering sizes

It was an announcement that people had been waiting to hear: the provincial government was increasing the number of people allowed for private indoor gatherings from five to 10.
Mary Jacobs’ photography selected for a provincial award

Mary Jacobs’ photography selected for a provincial award

Mary Jacobs is well-known locally for her love of photography. She has been seen taking photos at many events over the years. She was the long-time chair of the domestics show at the Estevan Exhibition Association’s fair.

Did your phone also try to outsmart you last weekend?

Last Sunday my phone took up the reins of power and switched to summer time, rudely stating that I was already an hour behind the schedule.
Saskatchewan’s Lost Girl Ashlyn George got the best out of March in the Estevan area

Saskatchewan’s Lost Girl Ashlyn George got the best out of March in the Estevan area

Popular travel blogger and influencer Ashlyn George recently gave Estevan a visit to explore the best the Energy City has to offer in March.

Estevan’s spending per capita has remained stable in recent years

A new report released by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) shows the amount that municipalities are spending on a per capita basis in Saskatchewan, and it paints an interesting picture for Estevan.
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