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One police department's bad luck has turned into some good luck for the Estevan Police Service. The EPS had its ranks swell in December when it graduated four new officers from the Saskatchewan Police College in Regina.

The Sun Country Health Region is in good financial shape going into 2013, but is also facing a significant challenge in the recruitment of doctors, with Weyburn facing one of the largest needs for physicians in years, said CEO Marga Cugnet in a year-

Three hockey players attempt to claim the puck at the same time, during a pick-up game at the outdoor rink in Jubilee Park on Wednesday afternoon. From left are Owen Hiltz, Nick Hiltz and Ben Hiltz.

Strength in numbers is the intention for Weyburn's new Cancer Support Group for Women, 'Sharing the Journey'.

Winners of the 2012 YouthBiz competition were announced on December 13, 2012. A total of $2,400 in prize money was awarded to students in southeast Saskatchewan for their efforts in describing their business ideas and developing business plans.

During the last regular meeting of council, which was called to order on Dec. 19, councillors discussed the building of a daycare in Carlyle. A party has shown interest in developing the facility but formal arrangements have yet to be made.

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) achieved record sales of $8.8 billion during 2012, an increase of seven per cent from the previous year. It also reported net earnings from operations of $827 million for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2012.

On Wednesday, Dec. 19, the Moose Mountain Jumpers held an open house performance to show off their skills developed over the fall session.

Sgt. Dave Schenk checks the licence and registration of a motorist during an impromptu traffic check-stop, held on Railway Avenue near Government Road.

Hockey players Nick Hiltz, Ben Hiltz and Owen Hiltz enjoy their time at the outdoor rink in Jubilee Park, by playing a game of hockey. The outdoor rink is located on the west end of Jubilee Park, and snow is removed off the ice by volunteers.