Estevan Mercury

Entering the Christmas season, we knew the organizations that assist others in the community were going to face a greater need than ever before. We just didn’t know how great the need would be.

The physical distancing rules might have put a pause on many activities, but if anything they only boosted people's creativity.

Last month I predicted the weather was going to be crazy, but I am thankful that I was wrong. The weather was great. Finally something wonderful in 2020 to talk about.

Four residents who tested positive for COVID-19 have died. All four deaths were reported in the Regina zone. One in the 50-59 age group, one in the 60-69 age group, one in the 70-79 age group and one in the 80+ age group.

An Estevan church is encouraging the public to join them for a unique community event on Christmas Eve. Trinity Lutheran Church is running the Door Stop Community Sing on Dec. 24, starting at 8 p.m.

A Regina company has pleaded guilty to charges under The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (OHS), 1996. Josh Senger Construction Inc.

Estevan city council will have more open meetings in 2021. Council was presented with the proposed meeting schedule at Monday night’s session. The schedule calls for a proposed budget meeting on Jan. 11, and the first regular meeting would be Jan.

The financial issues of a few years ago are officially over for the Estevan branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. A lot of thoughtful work and effort were put into it, and on Dec.

Students at St. Mary’s School found a number of ways to celebrate Christmas this year and spread some cheer with the community.