Leader’s “Walk for Alzheimer’s” was top fundraiser in the southwest
Most people enjoy getting out and going for a walk, and it's even more enjoyable when those people are doing it to help contribute to a worthy cause.
Saskatchewan RCMP: Off-duty officer charged with impaired driving
A Saskatchewan RCMP officer has been charged with two counts of Operation while impaired, Section 320.14(1)(a) of the Criminal Code, and one count of Failure or refusal to comply with demand, Section 320.15(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.
UPDATE: Fatal two-vehicle collision near Fiske
On Thursday, July 29, 2021, at approximately 10 a.m., Rosetown RCMP Detachment responded to a two-vehicle collision between a semi and an SUV on Highway 7 west of Fiske, SK.
Highway Host Curry House to hold grand opening on August 7
Highway Host in Kindersley plans to have their grand opening on August 7th. Located at 215 Main Street, Ali Haider and his staff opened their doors for business on Sunday, July 25th.
Rosetown RCMP responding to fatal two-vehicle collision on Hwy 7 west of Fiske, SK
Rosetown RCMP, Fire and Ambulance are all currently at the scene of a fatal two-vehicle collision between a semi and a car on Highway 7 west of Fiske, SK. Two individuals confirmed deceased.
R.I.P. McKenzie School
Kind of a sad day in Kindersley. The old McKenzie School is being demolished. I have some fond childhood memories hiding under the stairwell when my Uncle Neil Maclennan was School Division Secretary and my Mom, Bev Drummond, sat on the school board.
Kindersley RCMP Focus on Traffic Safety
Kindersley RCMP would like to remind the public to be patient and follow the direction of signs and workers in work zones. Work zones are clearly marked with orange signs to show you’re entering a construction area and black and white signs showing the reduced speed limit.
Tyler Holland’s new barbering career path
It’s common for people to make a career change, which Tyler Holland from Kindersley has done. Like so many other young men, Tyler had worked in the oil patch, which wasn’t surprising since the Holland name is well-known in the oil industry.
Swift Current Rural RCMP responded to train derailment in Cabri, SK
On July 27, 2021 at approximately 3:30 p.m., Swift Current Rural RCMP responded to a train derailment in Cabri, SK.
Canadian Civil Defense Museum resumes tours at Alsask Radar Dome
The Canadian Civil Defense Museum is conducting tours once again this summer on a designated date during each long weekend. The next date will be Sunday, August 1, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., with tours held every hour.
‘Spirit Ride’ Memorial to be unveiled at Blue Lights & Burgers in Leader!
The new ‘Spirit Ride’ Memorial will be unveiled at Leader on August 11th, and you won’t want to miss it. It all began back in 2017 when the tragic death of tow truck driver Courtney Schaefer brought about a change for other tow truck drivers.
Update: Hwy #1 eastbound blocked by fire
On July 23, 2021 at approximately 3:20 p.m., Morse RCMP was dispatched to a fire adjacent to Highway #1 between Ernfold and Chaplin.
Baytex donates water trailer to Coleville Fire Department
The Coleville Fire Department was the grateful recipient of a substantial donation in a water trailer donated by Baytex Energy. The trailer was delivered on Tuesday, July 20th, by Baytex representatives.
Kindersley RCMP Investigate Two Serious Incidents
Kindersley RCMP were kept busy this past week with two serious investigations. The first was the fatal vehicle rollover on July 12ththat resulted in several charges. The second was a serious assault that was reported and charges were laid on July 16th.
USask researchers, SHA, and CHEP Good Food work together to tackle hunger issues in Sask.
University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers along with the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and CHEP Good Food Inc. are working together to better understand the historical roots of food insecurity and food sovereignty in the province, and design a path to a more sustainable future.
Swift Current Municipal RCMP: 12 charges laid after report of break and enter in progress
On July 16, 2021 at approximately 2:30 p.m., Swift Current Municipal RCMP officers were dispatched to a break and enter in progress at a residence on the 0 block of 6th Avenue NE in Swift Current.
Volunteering is a win-win for everyone!
When it comes to realizing the importance of volunteering, it’s best to consult someone who has invested much time and energy into various organizations. Ken McBride from Kindersley has been volunteering for roughly forty years in multiple ways.
Goose Festival Days are a go!
Did you miss not being able to watch the Goose Festival parade in September of 2020 and enjoy all the traditional accompanying activities? Well, there’s good news!
Kindersley RCMP lay forcible confinement charges
On July 15, 2021, shortly after midnight, Kindersley RCMP began an investigation into the assault of an adult female. Initial investigation revealed the female was taken in a black truck to an unknown rural location near Kerrobert and assaulted.
Farmers, Indigenous land users come together to launch new land sharing network in Saskatchewan
Farmers, ranchers, and Indigenous land users from across Saskatchewan gathered at a farm in Bladworth, SK, today to launch the newly formed Treaty Land Sharing Network (TLSN).