Marna McManus

Weyburn

News Producer at Discover Weyburn

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Slashed tires under investigation: WPS

4 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

The Weyburn Police Service received a report of mischief wherein someone dressed in all black was seen slashing vehicle and trailer tires on June 12th. Deputy Chief Shane St. John said a total of five tires were damaged, but no suspect was able to be identified.
Last Adult Jam Session before summer at WPL this Saturday

4 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

There is just one more adult jam session taking place at the Weyburn Public Library before breaking for summer - this Saturday, June 21st at 2:30 p.m., anyone who loves to sing or play an instrument can join along in the Allie Griffin Auditorium. Song lyrics and chords are posted on a screen for everyone to follow along, and the group is open to suggestions for songs to try out.
Excellent turnout for family-favourite event

4 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

The City of Weyburn held the fourth annual Public Works & Emergency Services Open House event on Wednesday, with an excellent turnout according to Kevin Linnen, the Superintendent of Public Works. "It was unreal, actually, this year. We kind of all agreed after the fact that was probably our best attendance yet with these events that we have had.
Tornado Watch issued for the Weyburn area

5 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

Environment Canada issued a Tornado Watch for the Weyburn and McTaggart area just after 5 p.m. on Thursday: A low-pressure system is moving into Southeast Saskatchewan which will trigger severe thunderstorms this afternoon. These severe thunderstorms will then move into Southwest Manitoba by the early evening. Conditions are favourable for these severe thunderstorms to produce tornadoes. Large hail up to 6 cm, wind gusts to 110 km/h, and heavy rain are also likely.
Police, Fire Services respond to incident on King Street

5 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

The Weyburn Police Service and the Weyburn Fire Department responded to an incident at an apartment building on King Street north at around 2:30 Thursday afternoon, with residents of the building being evacuated and the road blocked off at the intersection of King Street and Douglas Road. The fire hose was connected but there was no evidence of smoke at the scene No further details are available at this time.
City inviting everyone to Party in the Park at River Park this Friday

5 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

The City of Weyburn will host the Party in the Park this Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at River Park. It'll include a barbecue and a variety of fun activities for the whole family. "We've got lawn games, we've got a fun new event this year, those bumper balls. So we're just really excited to have everyone come out and get to know our team and just get to explore the beautiful River Park along with us," invited Communications Coordinator Paige Tenbult.
Coming rain will keep southeast crops happy

5 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture released the Weekly Crop Report this morning for the week of June 10th to 16th. Growing conditions remain relatively good in the region following some very small showers this past week. Producers are hoping for good general rains to help further development and avoid seeing their crops begin to deteriorate.
Sports court, new washrooms nearly ready: Nickle Lake construction update

5 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

Construction on the new washroom facilities near the beach at Nickle Lake Regional Park is moving right along. Park Manager Darren Wheeler said they are hoping to have them open to the public by next weekend, with the adjacent canteen set to open next season.
Weyburn Agricultural Society releases Fair Days schedule

5 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

The Weyburn Agricultural Society has released the jam-packed schedule for the 116th Annual Weyburn Fair Days, being held from July 3rd to 5th. The gates open at 11 a.m. on Thursday following the Weyburn Chamber of Commerce's 30th annual Summer Parade. The midway opens at 1 p.m. that day, with everything from food vendors and household arts to Tractor Town and the Ag Pavilion. The Weyburn 4H Beef and Sheep Clubs will also be hosting Bingo that night.
Regional Park Pass lending program making Nickle Lake more accessible to all

6 days ago | discoverweyburn.com | Marna McManus

With 20 Regional Park Passes available for library card holders to borrow from the Weyburn Public Library, getting into the gate at Nickle Lake Regional Park or any other Saskatchewan Regional Park is easy for anyone, regardless of their budget. Park Manager Darren Wheeler said the passes look different, so they've been able to track how well-utilized they are over the past few seasons.