Estevan Mercury

A lot of people are building backyard rinks this winter so their families can get some exercise and keep their skating and other skills sharp, but one Estevan man has taken it to a new level.

If ever there was a tough Christmas, at least for a lot of us, it will be Christmas 2020. I won’t really miss the work involved in putting up and taking down the tree but that’s only because no one can come to share its beauty with us.

Two residents who tested positive for COVID-19 have died. One new death in the 70-79 age group was reported in the Regina zone, and one new death in the 80-plus age group was reported in the Regina zone.

The Government of Canada has released the national Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Action Plan, including a chapter from SaskPower. The plan outlines the progress and ongoing efforts to develop and deploy SMRs across the country.

The schools in the Holy Family Roman Catholic Separate School Division will remain at Level 2 for the time being, the board of trustees heard at their Dec. 9 board meeting.

Estevan city council has awarded a tender that affects one of the landmark buildings in the community.

The students at Spruce Ridge School in Estevan had a virtual Christmas pageant this year. Principal Cheri Haberstock said it was more important than ever to do something to lift the students’ spirits during what is a different kind of Christmas.

The support for the Estevan Kinette Club’s PJ Project this year was so enormous that they even had to ask some people and companies willing to donate to direct their money to other charities.

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. has donated $10,000 to the Hillcrest Community Program in support of local families. Canadian Natural has been a part of this community for many years.