Weyburn Review

Two Weyburn curling teams won at the Southeast Zone Playoffs in Lampman over the weekend for the right to represent the southeast at the upcoming Saskatchewan Winter Games.

By Greg Nikkel A class in creative writing at the Signal Hill Arts Centre was the starting point for Leeann Minogue, who went on to write plays and become the editor for an agricultural publication.

By Norm Park, SE Cornerstone A presentation on the use of technology to benefit the students of the Southeast Cornerstone Public School Division included the use of robotic technology.

By Greg Nikkel Weyburn city council passed the 2018 budget for the City of Weyburn, with an increase on assessment of 2.54 per cent, down from an initial increase of 4.79 per cent, at their council meeting on Monday evening.

The Weyburn Humane Society will continue their fundraising efforts this year towards building a new animal shelter, supporters and board members heard at the society’s annual meeting on Wednesday evening.

The local Weyburn Army Cadet Corps, 2302 RCACC, volunteered to help serve wings and clean up during the Legion’s Wing night, as part of a community service activity.

A Women’s Empowerment Group, for women who have experienced abuse, will be organized by Envision Counselling and Support Centre in Weyburn and Estevan.

The Weyburn Fire Department is continuing their investigation into the cause of the fire at Mryglod Steel and Metals on Wednesday evening.

My Nikkel's worth

The Weyburn Comp Eagles junior boys basketball team won their home tournament over the weekend, winning all four games to claim first place.