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Monday, March 21st, was to be the start of a new season in Carlyle. The spring equinox, which occurred late Sunday evening, ensured the beginning of warmer weather.

Manor School held Jump Rope for Heart Friday, March 18. A total of 45 students raised $3,816.65 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

The weekly RCMP report is prepared with the assistance of the Carlyle RCMP. Issues involving the Mental Health Act, among others, are not reported. The report this week covers the period of March 19 - March 25. The detachment assisted with 45 calls.

In just two weeks, Cornerstone Theatre Inc. will take the stage for the production of "Exit the Body," a play set in New England in 1961.

Story:With construction starting for the Western Star Inn, Carlyle will experience an increase in available accommodations in the future. Building and development permits have been approved for a 64-unit structure.

Envision Counselling and Support Centre will be using the week of April 2 to 8 to highlight "Sexual Assault Awareness Week" in Saskatchewan and hosting their annual Walk Against Violence on May 5.

The Saskatchewan Party government announced the budget March 23, offering tax breaks and extra spending. It is the last budget before the provincial election this fall.

With spring upon us and images of last year's abundance of summer rainfall fresh in our minds, the Town of Carlyle is being proactive in addressing potential runoff issues.

The company behind the much talked about new neighborhood in the city's northwest corner has unveiled their plans to the public.

Report from the Weyburn Police Service for the week of March 21 to 27: *On March 27, police received a call from residents on Ash Drive after their vehicle had been egged.