RCMP investigating SUV that impersonated police near Lancer
LEADER – Leader RCMP are searching for a red SUV after someone in it used flashing red and blue lights to pull over a truck near Lancer on Tuesday night.
Major Credit Union Day
Janice Morland enjoying coffee and snacks at the Major Credit Union on Thursday, October 15.
Canada’s largest helium purification plant opens near Stewart Valley
STEWART VALLEY – Canada’s largest helium purification facility is now operating in southwest Saskatchewan, adding to the province’s lead as the country’s top helium producer.
West-central harvest 97 per cent complete
Farmers in western Saskatchewan have almost finished harvesting their 2026 crop. They reported good pulse and oilseed yields, with those for cereals “generally aligned with provincial averages”…
Fall rut puts more deer and moose on Saskatchewan roads
Large mammals searching for a mate don’t bother to look when they cross roads and highways. So drivers should watch for them, say organizers of the annual “Give Wildlife a Brake” campaign.
Pathway to Wellness marks 10 years in Kindersley
Joanne Kosolofski’s journey with Pathway to Wellness began ten years ago, in the fall of 2016. That’s when an open house was held at the West Central Events Centre (WCEC), where people came to take a look at the new wellness room…
Leader sees one physician leaving, one arriving
LEADER – The rural Saskatchewan community of Leader continues work on recruiting medical professionals, but a volunteer feels some Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and provincial government changes could help.
Saskatoon cancer lodge gets first cash from $610-million federal fund
A new cancer lodge going up in Saskatoon got the first $7.25 million of more than $610 million coming to the province from the federal government.
RCMP warn of email scam threatening arrest
Saskatchewan RCMP are warning residents about an email scam circulating in the province. The email claims to be from the RCMP and tells recipients they are the subject of a cybercrime investigation.
Ottawa wants charities’ advice on modernizing federal rules
People who help run charities can suggest changes that benefit their organizations. Federal officials have begun a consultation process on how to modernize the framework governing registered charities.
Town of Kindersley council discusses $270k payment for water tower
KINDERSLEY – The Town of Kindersley council discussed a payment made to a contractor for work done at the community’s prominent water tower. The discussion was held at the Oct. 13 regular meeting of council.
Flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics set for west-central Saskatchewan
People can get immunized against two diseases at walk-in vaccination clinics across west-central Saskatchewan. People may also choose to get vaccinated at local pharmacies.
Saskatchewan ministers lead trade missions to Philippines and Japan
REGINA – Crown Investments Corporation Minister Jeremy Harrison will lead a mission to the Philippines from Oct. 17 to 23 to take part in the World Nuclear Supply Chain Conference.
Penton: Canadiens have Stanley Cup talent
All of the pre-season prognosticators on TSN and Sportsnet didn’t stray too far when asked for their 2026-27 National Hockey League predictions about the final four and eventual Stanley Cup winner.
Remembering When: A cat’s ‘spice of life’
They say, “Variety is the spice of life,” and that’s very true. Sampling foods from different cultures makes eating that much more interesting. Travelling abroad, if you can afford to, can be very enriching to the human spirit.
Town of Leader council busy with visitors
LEADER – The Town of Leader council had a busy agenda booked with visiting delegations at their Oct. 6 regular meeting. In a phone call with Your West Central Voice Oct. 14…
Health & Wellness Foundation Continuing Education Awards
Kindersley & District Health & Wellness Foundation awarded four Heritage Manor staff members with the Continuing Education Award of $750.00 each. (L to R): Ana Maria Tongco, Rochelle Ducay, Adora Lopez, Viv Kalmer KDHW and Carla Neudorf.
Canada Post carves out new jack-o’-lantern stamps
New stamps portray the jack-o’-lantern, “one of Halloween’s most enduring symbols,” a statement said. Three versions carrying “specially designed, hand-carved characters” are available at certain post offices, the Canada Post statement said.
Kindersley Co-op Fuel Good Day raises record $3,487 for West Central Abilities
KINDERSLEY – Kindersley & District Co-op raised $3,487.45 for West Central Abilities during Fuel Good Day 2026, the largest total in the local co-op’s 10 years of taking part in the annual fundraiser.
Federal AI funding open to Prairie businesses
People across the Prairies who intend to adopt artificial intelligence in their businesses can get help through a regional federal agency.