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Lac Pelletier Ratepayers look for answers at RM council meeting about Monette Farms permit
Ratepayers attending a R.M. of Lac Pelletier No. 107 council meeting were looking for answers and asking their elected representatives to be more transparent about decisions taken about a Monette Farms winter-only intensive livestock operation...
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Broncos reshape roster at WHL trade deadline
The Swift Current Broncos made three trades last week leading up to the Western Hockey League trade deadline as they worked to improve their roster for this season and going forward. The Broncos initially made a pair of trades on Jan. 5. The Broncos...
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Annual General Meeting highlights successful year for Swift Current’s Lyric Theatre and need for additional volunteers
The reopening of Swift Current’s iconic Lyric Theatre after some essential renovations have seen a return of a variety of events, but also presented new challenges. The 2024-25 annual report of the Southwest Cultural Development Group Inc. (SCDG), the...
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RM of Lac Pelletier makes a statement in regards to Monette Farms
The Rural Municipality (RM) of Lac Pelletier No. 107 has retracted a previous statement about the operation of a winter-only intensive livestock operation (ILO) by Monette Farms and confirmed that the company has a valid permit. A short statement was...
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SCCHS wrestlers start strong on the mat
A veteran Swift Current Comp. Colts and Ardens wrestling team got out to a promising start to the season at the Gil Wist preseason wrestling tournament in Saskatoon. Callie Ebner, Peyton Allin, Ryder Mckenna, Ukiah Corey, Rece Schindel, Ryley Bennett,...
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Truth and Reconciliation Committee of Swift Current and Area receives recognition
The Truth and Reconciliation Committee of Swift Current and Area has received provincial recognition for its efforts to create awareness about past injustices against Indigenous peoples and to promote reconciliation. The Committee received the 2025...
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Swift Current’s museum has exhibition about War Measures Act reflects on civil liberties
The impact of the use of the War Measures Act during times of crisis on civil liberties in Canada and its lasting effects on society are explored in a travelling exhibition currently on display at the Swift Current Museum. The exhibition Lost...
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Healthcare Foundation makes major equipment purchase for Cypress Regional Hospital
Patient care in the Cypress Regional Hospital is benefitting from a very large estate gift to the Dr. Noble Irwin Regional Healthcare Foundation. The first legacy purchase as a result of the $4 million bequest from the estate of Rodney and Dorothy...
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RM of Lac Pelletier taking a firm stance on feedlot operation
The Rural Municipality (RM) of Lac Pelletier No. 107 is standing firm on a decision that a Monette Farms property cannot be used as a winter-only feedlot operation. The RM issued a media release on Nov. 14 to confirm a decision taken during a council...
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City of Swift Current applying for project funding to expand water distribution system
The City of Swift Current is attempting to get joint federal and provincial funding for a major capital project to expand the capacity of the water distribution system. Council members approved a motion during a regular City council meeting on Nov. 10...
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Court denies cult leader’s request to move case from Swift Current to Regina
Cult leader Romana Didulo was unable to convince court that the case against her should be moved from Swift Current to Regina. The self-proclaimed Queen of Canada and leader of the Kingdom of Canada cult made a court appearance in Swift Current...
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Donations still welcome to reach 2025 Radiothon for Healthcare goal
Donations are still accepted by the Dr. Noble Irwin Regional Healthcare Foundation to reach the $150,000 fundraising goal of the 2025 Radiothon for Healthcare. The live broadcast for the 17th annual Pharmasave Radiothon for Healthcare took place from...
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Sask. volunteer firefighters benefit from training weekend in Swift Current
Volunteer firefighters from across the province participated in a training event in Swift Current to provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills for various emergency situations they might encounter in their communities. The R.M. of Swift...
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SCBEX awards night to recognize community impact and contribution
An annual highlight on the local business community calendar will take place at the Swift Current Business Excellence (SCBEX) Spirit of Swift Current awards night. The dinner and award ceremony is hosted by the Swift Current & District Chamber of...
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City of Swift Current appoints new chief administrative officer
The City of Swift Current has appointed a new chief administrative officer with extensive experience in municipal government. Mayor Al Bridal made the announcement during a regular council meeting on Sept. 29 and council members approved a formal...
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Colts run over Raiders
The Swift Current Comp. Colts football team won their second straight game on Friday with a 42-7 victory over the visiting Yorkton Regional Raiders. The Colts ran the ball 34 times for 237 yards and added nine pass completions for 109 yards. Jake...
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Broncos record a small profit in playoff season
The Swift Current Broncos announced a small profit of $5,011 at their Annual General Meeting on Sept. 23. The Broncos regular season attendance grew for a third straight season to 2,307 from 2,170 the previous season and they played two sold-out...
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Audited statements highlight City of Swift Current financial position
The annual financial statements of the City of Swift Current for 2024 received a positive review from the external auditors. Alicia Laird from the accounting firm MNP LLP made a presentation about the financial audit during a regular City council...
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Gogreen 2025 will celebrate 16 years of community beautification
Stark & Marsh, Innovation Federal Credit Union, and The City of Swift Current are thrilled to announce that Gogreen 2025, the City’s annual beautification project, will take place on Sept 12 in Swift Current. In partnership with The City of Swift...
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Four new supportive housing units open in Swift Current
Four new supportive housing units have been constructed in Swift Current for individuals with brain injuries and seniors experiencing homelessness. The official opening of the new housing units were celebrated with dignitary speeches and a ribbon...
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Memorable experiences for RM of Swift Current firefighters during wildfire deployments
Three members of the Rural Municipality (RM) of Swift Current No. 137 Fire Department participated in the huge effort to fight wildfires in northern Saskatchewan. They have gained valuable experience while assisting with various tasks to protect...
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SEIU-WEST picket in Swift Current highlights concerns of Sask. healthcare workers
Healthcare workers raised awareness about the slow pace of contract negotiations and the need for a fair collective agreement during an information picket on the sidewalk outside Cypress Regional Hospital in Swift Current, August 6. Members of Service...
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Public meeting highlights concerns about feedlot expansion at Lac Pelletier
A packed public meeting about an intensive livestock operation near Lac Pelletier Lake offered an opportunity to attendees to learn more about the development and to share their concerns. The Lac Pelletier Regional Park Hall was filled to capacity for...
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Golf tournament raises funds for child’s fight against cancer
Funds raised at a charity golf tournament in Swift Current will assist a local family with expenses while their young son receives treatment for a brain tumour. The 3rd annual W.W. Smith Insurance Hazard Hole Scramble took place at the Elmwood golf...
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Research and Development Centre hosts successful open house
Members of the public were curious to learn more about the role of science in Saskatchewan agriculture at an open house hosted by the Swift Current Research and Development Centre, July 10. This Agriculture and Agri-food Canada research and...
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Broncos tap Desilva to lead during development stage
The Swift Current Broncos announced Dean Desilva as their new head coach on July 2. Desilva has been an assistant coach with the Everett Silvertips for the past four seasons. “Very excited,” said Desilva after the announcement. “Obviously it’s a...
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Youth initiative shares details about activities to address community needs
Staff and volunteers at The Center in downtown Swift Current make a difference in the lives of youth while seeing the needs that exist in the community. Nathan Wiebe, the executive director of the Swift Current Community Youth Initiative (SCCYI) at...
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Colour run fundraiser another brilliant success for Dorie’s House
White t-shirts were quickly transformed into a variety of colours at the start of a fun event to raise funds for the Dorie’s House Treatment Centre in Swift Current. The 2025 Dorie’s House 5K Colour Run took place along the Chinook Parkway in Swift...
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Council approves roof replacements for well-used community hubs
Roof replacements on two well-used community facilities in Swift Current will give the buildings a new lease on life. Council members approved the tender and the reallocation of funds for the roofing projects during a regular City council meeting,...
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Swift Current Chamber CEO endorsing new entrepreneurial program
Young entrepreneurs have an opportunity to benefit from a new bursary program that will provide $5,000 grants and mentorship sessions to 57 young business owners across Saskatchewan. The Young Entrepreneur Bursary Program is a province-wide initiative...
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Comp Eats initiative targets student food insecurity at high school
An initiative to address food insecurity among students at Swift Current Comprehensive High School (SCCHS) has been making a real difference since it began two months ago. Comp Eats launched in early April as a response to a growing need for...
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Personal story provides mental health message at CMHA luncheon
A personal story about unmasking and a journey to mental wellness provided a message to attendees of a Mental Health Week luncheon in Swift Current. CMHA Mental Health Week took place from May 5-11. This year’s theme was Unmasking Mental...
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Broncos part ways with head coach Mcewen
The Swift Current Broncos will have a new look behind the bench next season. The hockey club announced on May 15 that they had parted ways with head coach Taras Mcewen effectively immediately. “I would like to thank Taras for his commitment to the...
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SC RCMP stats show decrease in property crimes
The latest quarterly policing report from the Swift Current RCMP shows a significant drop in property crimes in the community. Staff Sgt. Evan Gordon, the commanding officer of the Swift Current municipal RCMP detachment, presented the report at a...
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Patzer returning to Ottawa with a clear message
Conservative Party incumbent Jeremy Patzer is returning to Ottawa with a clear message from voters who re-elected him with an even bigger margin than before in largely rural southwest riding. He received 82 per cent of voter support (32,297 votes) in...
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Community celebrates state-of-the-art digital X-ray machine in Cabri
The success of a community effort to keep local healthcare strong was celebrated during an event in Cabri to mark the health care centre’s new digital X-ray machine. Community members were invited to enjoy cake and coffee during a come and go reception...
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Ability Bowl raise funds in support of Saskabilities Swift Current
A fun day at the bowling lanes will help to raise funds for four vital programs provided to the community by Saskabilities Swift Current. Teams are already raising funds and registration remains open for more teams to get on board for the 36th Ability...
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Broncos eliminated from WHL playoffs by Tigers
The Swift Current Broncos were eliminated from the opening round of the Western Hockey League playoffs in five games by the Medicine Hat Tigers last week. Tuesday, the Broncos got back into the series with a 5-4 win over the visiting Tigers....
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Property tax increase, new rec levy highlight City budget
The City of Swift Current budget for 2025 includes a 2.71 per cent property tax increase as well as a new annual recreation levy of $140 per property. The 2025 municipal budget received unanimous approval from council members during a special council...
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City decides to discontinue Safe Places program due to liability concerns
The City of Swift Current initiated the Safe Places program in 2016 to make the community safer for youth, but a full review resulted in a decision to discontinue the program effective April 1, 2025. A report about the termination of the program was...
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Swift Current Ag & Ex reports on challenging year at AGM
The Swift Current Agricultural and Exhibition Association (Ag & Ex) had a challenging year in 2024 that resulted in an overall loss on operations. Details about the past year’s activities and the financial outcome were provided during the Ag & Ex...
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Swift Current Creek Watershed Stewards announces process to cease operations
The Swift Current Creek Watershed Stewards (SCCWS) announced its intention to dissolve and to cease activities by March 31, 2026. The decision to disband was made during a SCCWS board of directors meeting on March 4 and then publicly announced later...
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Charity event in Swift Current raised funds for children in Ukraine
A well supported charity event in Swift Current will make a difference in the lives of children affected by Russia’s war on Ukraine. The Wings of Hope charity evening took place at the East Side Church of God on Feb. 22, which was just before the...
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Healthcare Foundation looks ahead with new logo and website
The Dr. Noble Irwin Regional Healthcare Foundation is focusing on the future with a rebranding and renewed commitment to fundraising excellence that keeps healthcare strong in southwest Saskatchewan. The Foundation launched a new website and logo...
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Cypress Hills-grasslands MP speaks at Chamber of Commerce agriculture event: favours diverse approach to threat of tariffs
Jeremy Patzer, the Conservative Party MP for Cypress Hills-grasslands feels the current Liberal government is not up to the task of dealing with the threat of tariffs from the United States and he favours a multifaceted approach to the...
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Threat of trade tariffs a concern for local business community
The threat of a looming trade war with the United States creates concern and uncertainty among local businesses. A 10 per cent tariff on energy imports from Canada and a 25 per cent tariff on all other imports from Canada to the United States were...
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Sask Wheat commits $6.5 million to cutting-edge crop research
The Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) has made a major financial commitment to cutting-edge crop research at the University of Saskatchewan (Usask). Jake Leguee, the Sask Wheat board chair, and Dr. Curtis Pozniak, a Usask wheat...
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City clarifies position on fluoridation in Swift Current drinking water
The City of Swift Current provided a clarification about the use of fluoride in municipal drinking water at a regular council meeting, Jan. 20. The issue was raised during a council meeting in December, when City General Manager of Infrastructure and...
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City to consider options for future snow removal in Swift Current
The City of Swift Current exceeded the budget for snow removal for each of the past five years and a full snow removal operation after a major snowfall requires the use of additional staff from other City departments. These were some of the details...
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Winterruption returns to Swift Current with full program
A three-day arts and culture festival in Swift Current will provide a variety of activities and live performances to chase away the dreariness of winter. Winterruption will add some warmth to the chill of winter with activities for all ages at...
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Wellness Challenge offers healthy start to 2025 for Swift Current residents
Swift Current residents have an opportunity to focus on healthy lifestyles at the start of the new year when they participate in a fun challenge over a period of four weeks. The 13th annual Wellness Challenge is a free-of-charge activity offered by the...
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Snow Bowl XXIV
The director of the Swift Current Oratorio Choir has retired after leading the community choir for 21 years. Marcia Mclean conducted the choir for the final time during two concert performances at the Zion Mennonite Church, Dec. 8. “It was an...
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Car club donation helps to address food insecurity in Swift Current
A donation from the Eliminators Car Club will assist the Swift Current branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) to provide food hampers to individuals. Doug Graham, the car club’s vice president, presented a cheque of $1,000 to the CMHA...
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École Centennial food drive helps Swift Current food bank
A food drive at École Centennial School in Swift Current collected a large number of items for the local food bank. The delivery of all the donated goods to the food bank at the Swift Current Salvation Army took place on Dec. 11, where the total...
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Swift Current resident receives provincial recognition for leadership in recreation
A Swift Current resident has received provincial recognition for her enthusiastic and dedicated efforts to develop recreation opportunities in the community that promote healthier lifestyles. Val Choo-foo is a recipient of the 2024 Sask Recreation...
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Small business owner organizes holiday giveaway in support of Swift Current SPCA
A small business owner in Swift Current is again organizing a holiday giveaway to benefit a non-profit organization in the community. Kaitlin Fehr, the owner of Allure Nail Salon & Boutique, selected the Swift Current SPCA as the beneficiary of the...
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Salvation Army Christmas campaign under way in Swift Current
Community support for the Salvation Army’s Christmas campaign in Swift Current will make it possible to provide a helping hand to those in need during coming months. The official launch of the campaign took place at the Swift Current Mall on Nov. 16...
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Familiar faces returning to council after municipal election in Swift Current
There will be many familiar faces around the council table after the municipal election in Swift Current. Municipal elections took place across Saskatchewan on Nov. 13 to determine who will represent ratepayers in cities, towns, villages and rural...
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SCBEX awards night celebrates community excellence
The dedication and contribution of organizations and individuals to the community were celebrated during a memorable evening of dining and award presentations in Swift Current. The Swift Current Business Excellence (SCBEX) Spirit of Swift Current...
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Hindley wins in Swift Current during a much tighter election
Swift Current voters re-elected Everett Hindley in a provincial election that gave the Saskatchewan Party its fifth consecutive majority mandate, but also saw significant gains for the Saskatchewan NDP. This was Hindley’s third win as Saskatchewan...
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Great Plains College worried about impact of federal rule change for international students in Southwest Sask.
Great Plains College is expressing concern about the local impact of recent changes to the federal rules for international students, especially the criteria for post-graduation work permits. The federal government has made several announcements since...
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Service of wartime nurse remembered at dedication ceremony
The life and service of a nurse who took care of wounded soldiers during the First World War was remembered during a ceremony at her grave in Swift Current. The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 56 in Swift Current held the dedication ceremony on Oct....
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Business chamber reveals two category winners and SCBEX award finalists
The buildup to the Swift Current & District Chamber of Commerce annual business excellence awards night has reached a significant point with the announcement of award recipients in two categories and finalists in nine other categories. Chamber CEO...
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MATTHEW LIEBENBERG/SOUTHWEST BOOSTER
Swift Current Fire Chief Ryan Hunter (at left) and Deputy Fire Chief Dean Diguer stand with Mayor Al Bridal during the proclamation of Fire Prevention Week at a City council meeting, Sept. 30. Importance of working smoke alarms in homes is the focus of...
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Thursday, October 3, 2024
Students and staff at Swift Current Comprehensive High School (SCCHS) participated in a Terry Fox Walk, Sept. 26. Students were encouraged to donate “toonies for Terry” in the days before the walk, but they and their families did much more than that....
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Great Plains College nursing students start academic year with welcome from Saskatchewan’s health minister
Practical nursing students at the Swift Current campus of Great Plains College received a reminder of the importance of their career choice from the provincial health minister at the start of their new academic year. Swift Current MLA and Minister of...
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Advanced education minister learns more about Great Plains College during campus visit Sept. 9
A ministerial visit to the Swift Current campus of Great Plains College was an opportunity for senior management to highlight the role and contribution of the institution in the community. Saskatchewan Minister of Advanced Education Colleen Young...
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