Weyburn city council approved the development of a new 35-metre SaskTel telecommunication tower on March 23, proposed for 1115 – First Avenue NE, on the Weyburn Church of Christ property. The approval came with several conditions, including compliance with all federal regula -
tions for antenna support structures, installation of a 2.44-metre security fence with a locked gate, and the requirement that the developer obtain a building permit before construction starts.
Planning and Development co-ordinator SharaLee Malcolm told council that the tower is intended to replace the existing rooftop
antenna currently located on top of the Weyburn General Hospital. SaskTel’s proposal also aims to improve wireless service in the surrounding neighbourhood.
Mayor Jeff Richards said he supports efforts to improve service for residents, noting past issues with the existing hospital-mounted antenna. He
asked whether the proposal was connected to a previous SaskTel request at a different location that had drawn neighbourhood concerns.
Malcolm said she didn’t have information about any earlier proposal, noting that the city only had the current application for the Church of Christ site.
The tower would in -
clude a new foundation and a small equipment building.
The site is zoned residential multiple housing. Telecommunications towers are considered discretionary use in all zoning districts under the city’s bylaw, meaning they require council approval and a public notification process.
WeyStrong invites all women cancer survivors for a relaxed and uplifting afternoon of connection, conversation and community with women who truly understand.
A coffee and connection program will be held on Sunday, April 12 in the lower level of the Weyburn Public Library from 1:30 to 3 p.m.
This is a free event, with no registration required.
REPAIR CAFE TO BE HELD SATURDAY WEYSTRONG TO HOST NEW EVENT
The Weyburn Public Library will be the site of a Repair Café on March 28 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bring us your jeans with ‘extra ventilation’. Toasters that ghosted you. Pants that are a tripping hazard. Knives that couldn’t slice butter on a hot day. Jackets with stubborn zippers. Our team of friendly fixers will do their best to bring them back to life - for free!
Repair Cafés are a pop-up, one-day event in which the public can bring in household items to be fixed for free by volunteers, rather than throwing them away.
Go to the City of Weyburn facebook page and scan the QR code to book your appointment. Walkins are welcome but appointments will be prioritized.
Got a knack for tinkering, sewing or wielding a bottle of glue. Join the crew of volunteer repair sidekicks. There is also a sign-up code on the City of Weyburn facebook page.
Lachlan Zyla, left, from the Fifth Weyburn Scouts, and Joshua Moggey, from the Moose Jaw Kinsmen Scouts, competed in a difficult mat trial during a Kub Kar Rally at Grace United Church on March 21.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Community News
St. Michael students Chloe, Sophie, Paisley, Christina, Atrin, Kate, Owen, Zeke and Maverick worked together on a classroom project building a quinzee in Jubilee Park on March 17.
The Weyburn Wrestling Club participated in provincials in Warman over the weekend. Back row, l-r: Coach Greg Kiraly, Coach Daric Pirlot, Lochlan Pirlot, Hayz Thompson, Owen Pulfer, Conner Pocha, Matias Rodriguez Escobar and Coach Josh Pulfer. Front row: Meagan Kerr, Raeford Pirlot and Anders Erickson. Photo submitted
Guided tours offered at Water Treatment Plant
What does it take to deliver safe, reliable water every day?
The City of Weyburn will be recognizing World Water Day by offering guided tours of Weyburn’s Water Treatment Plant on Sunday, March 29. There are two available times, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Before the tour, you must register at weyburn. ca and complete the consent form.
When you arrive at the
plant, you are asked to bring government issued photo ID, wear closedtoe shoes and long pants. Large bags or backpacks will not be allowed.
There will be no photography during the tour and you are asked to refrain from touching any equipment, valves or controls. Safety first - protect yourself and others. Behind every drop of water is a system built to protect and serve the community so register today as spots are limited!
Calling all artists
Have you been looking for a gallery to exhibit your artwork? The Weyburn Arts Council is seeking local artists interested in showcasing their work at the Credit Union art gallery.
Those interested are invited to apply for exhibition space and time. Visit the Arts Council’s Facebook page to apply. The QR code will take you to the jot form application.
Online auction to help fill shelves for Free Little Pantry
To help fill their shelves, the Weyburn Free Little Pantry is currently hosting an online auction on their Facebook page.
Bidding opened on March 18, and will end on Thursday, March 26 at 6 p.m.
People can bid on items by entering their bid amount in the comment section of the photo. Bids must increase by a minimum of $1 (no cents re-
quested).
All winners will be contacted by Facebook messenger to make arrangements for payment and pickup.
Every dollar made on the online auction will go directly to buy food and to fill the numerous requests for hampers. The Weyburn Free Little Pantry also will take any donations of food at anytime.
NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF CYMRI NO. 36
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Rural Municipality of Cymri No. 36 for the year 2026 has been prepared and is open to inspection from, 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Friday, March 27th to April 27th, 2026
A Bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.
Any person who wishes to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the Assessor at the R.M of Cymri No. 36, Box 238, Midale, SK S0C1S0. A Notice of appeal, accompanied by a $50.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be filed with: the Secretary of the Board of Revision Nicolle Hoskins, Western Municipal Consulting Ltd., Box 149, Meota SK S0M 1X0 by the 27th day of April 2026.
Dated this 27th day of March, 2026.
Sarah Leck, Assessor
Humane Society hosting Easter Egg Hunt fundraiser
The Weyburn Humane Society wants to bring the magic of Easter right to homes of local residents with their Easter Egg Hunt Fundraiser on Sunday, April 5.
A personalized Easter Egg Hunt experience will be planned for local families. Interested families can book a time slot, and volunteers from the Weyburn Humane Society will come and hide eggs for children to find.
Egg packages are available at 25 eggs for $20, 50 eggs for $35 and 100 eggs for $60. The plastic eggs are filled with little candies. Time slots are booked by the hour. Booking is available by using an online form on the Weyburn Humane Society’s Facebook page. Spots are limited, so be sure to book early. All proceeds go toward supporting the animals at the Weyburn Humane Society.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Community News
Easter and spring programs set for April at the Library
The Weyburn Public Library will hold children, tweens and teen programming during the Easter break in April. In addition, there will be an all ages Easter party on Saturday, April 4 at 10:30 a.m.
The spring book sale will be held April 23 to April 25. Donations will be accepted starting April 13. Proceeds from the book sale support library programming.
To volunteer to help with set-up, during the book sale, or with clean up, call 306-842-4352 for available times.
Wiggles and Giggles
(newborn to 18 months with caregivers)
A spring sensory play program will be held Monday, April 13. Colour exploration will be held on Monday, April 20. A messfree art program will be held Monday, April 27. All programs are at 10 a.m.
Mini Makers and Movers (ages two to five years with caregivers)
A sensory story adventure will be held Thursday, April 2. The busy builders will gather on Thursday, April 16. Puppet playtime will be held Thursday, April 23. The little detectives will solve a mystery on Thursday, April 30. All programs are at 10 a.m.
Little Explorers
(ages two to five years with caregivers)
Little ones can listed to cuddly tales and songs of bears on Tuesday, April 14. Explore the wonderful world of weather on Tuesday, April 21. Spark curiosity, ask questions and do science activities on Tuesday, April 28. All programs are at 10 a.m.
KidVentures (ages six to 10 years)
Make eight-bit flowers with the potted pixel plant program on Thursday, April 2. Design your own maze with different materials on Thursday, April 16 Make a rice Krispie treat that combines cinnamon buns with marshmallow goodness on Thursday, April 30. All programs are at 4 p.m.
InBetween Club (ages 11 to 14 years)
Make beaded curtains on Wednesday, April 1 at 6 p.m. Create your own forever succulents on Tuesday, April 14 at 4 p.m.
Learn how to make Oreo sushi on Wednesday, April 29 at 6 p.m.
Volunteers are needed to help set up for the Spring Book Sale on April 15 to April 22 at 4 p.m., April 18 and April 25 at 3:30 p.m.
Easter Break Fun
The Book Bandits for ages six to 12 will meet on Tuesday, April 7 to have a mystery lab based on the book ‘Nancy Drew’, and Thursday, April 9 to make candy creations based on ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’. Both programs start at 10:30 a.m.
The Breakfast Club for ages 11 to 14 will learn how to make strawberry breakfast tacos on Friday, April 10 at 11 a.m.
The Adventure Gaming Group for ages six to 12 will relax with an afternoon of board, card and video games on Friday, April 10 at 2 p.m.
Family programming (ages two to five years with caregivers)
Wiggle like a worm and get a little messy with a dirt and worms storytime on Saturday, April 18 at 10 a.m. Giggle, rhyme and munch on Suess-tastic treats inspired by the books of Dr. Seuss on Friday, April 24 at 10 a.m.
Adult Arts and Crafts
The Maker’s Nook will meet in the upstairs lounge on Tuesday, April 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. A fabric collage program will be held in the upstairs lounge on Saturday, April 23 at 10:30 a.m.
Fun and Games
A Magic: The Gathering night will be held on Thursday, April 2 at 6 p.m.
Interested individuals are encouraged to bring their own deck, or learn how to play the game.
A Blood on the Clocktower social deduction game will be held on Saturday, April 11 at 2 p.m.
Mondays are tabletop roleplaying game nights at the library at 6 p.m.. There will be Dungeons and Dragons and the Borderlands role playing game held on April 6 at April 27. the Marvel Multiverse role playing game and Daggerheart will be held on April 13.
Books and Literacy
The Book Club will read and discuss ‘The Guernsey Literacy and Potato Peel Pie Society’ by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows on Thursday, April 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Former Weyburn residents Mark Morton and Craig Terlson will hold a virtual author reading to talk about their books on Wednesday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m. This program is supported by the Canada Council for the Arts.
For more information on programs held at the Weyburn Public Library, visit their website at weyburnpubliclibrary.weebly. com, or follow them on Facebook.
The City of Weyburn and the Southeast Advocates of Weyburn joined together to raise a flag representing anti-racism on March 20. This is the second year that Weyburn has displayed a flag designed by a local youth to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Pictured, l-r, Southeast Advocates representatives Cassy Baumgartner and Shannon Fodchuk, SWIS Participant Jordan Lee, Southeast Advocates representatives Justina Sexsmith and Sharynne Pearce.
Weyburn extends deadline for assessment roll
SaskToday
Weyburn city council approved a bylaw extending the deadline for completion of the 2026 assessment roll, citing delays from the Saskatch-
ewan Assessment Management Agency (SAMA). Council passed second and third reading of the bylaw at its March 23 meeting, , which moves the assessment roll com -
NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF LOMOND NO. 37
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Rural Municipality of Lomond No. 37 for the year of 2026 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days:
Monday to Friday, March 27th to April 27th, 2026
A Bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.
Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: Nicolle Hoskins, Secretary of the Board of Revision, Western Municipal Consulting, Box 149 Meota, SK S0M 1X0 by the 27th day of April, 2026.
Dated this 27th day of March, 2026.
Aleshia Underwood, Assessor
pletion deadline from April 1 to May 31. Administration told council the extension to May 31 is needed to allow staff enough time to verify the assessment data, ensure accuracy, and apply the 2026 mill rate before notices are mailed. Council had previously given first reading to the bylaw at its March 9 meeting.
NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL VILLAGE OF GOODWATER
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Village of Goodwater for the year of 2026 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days, Monday to Friday, March 27th to April 27th, 2026.
A Bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.
Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal, accompanied by a $100.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful: Nicolle Hoskins, Secretary of the Board of Revision, Western Municipal Consulting, Box 149 Meota, SK S0M 1X0 by the 27th day of April, 2026.
Dated this 27th day of March, 2026.
Aleshia Underwood, Assessor
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2026 Saskatchewan budget projects a $819 million deficit
John Cairns SaskToday.ca
Saskatchewan is posting an $819-million deficit in its 2026-27 budget released this afternoon in the legislature.
The budget handed down by Finance Minister Jim Reiter on March 18 has been billed as protecting Saskatchewan people, with the government pointing to a focus on commitments to lower taxes, improved access to health care, safer communities and infrastructure investments.
At an embargoed news conference prior to his address in the assembly, Reiter said the budget is being presented at a time of global geopolitical turmoil, where tariffs and the conflict in the Middle East have had an impact on the economy.
For weeks, the government had spoken publicly about the pressures facing this year’s budget, and the choice that was on the table.
“While Saskatchewan’s strong and diverse economy puts us in a better position than most, we’re not immune,” said Reiter.
“As we prepared the 2026-27 budget we had a choice: raise taxes, cut services or protect Saskatchewan. We chose to protect Saskatchewan.”
Reiter also told reporters the government has listened to Saskatchewan residents on the top two concerns: affordability and health care.
“This budget addresses both,” said Reiter. “It protects Saskatchewan families by lowering taxes to make life more affordable and protects patients by investing in the Patients
First Health Care Plan announced by the Premier last week, to ensure everyone can get the right care in the right place at the right time through.”
Here are highlights of the budget presented by Reiter on March 18:
The balance sheet
Despite Opposition prebudget fears of tax hikes or program cuts, those were not in abundance in the budget document — though there is a paredown coming to the public service, and some fee and rate hikes have been announced in recent weeks, most notably for SaskPower and SGI.
What is obvious is spending. On the balance sheet, the budget projects $21.4 billion in revenue compared to $22.2 billion in expenditures.
The deficit comes as no surprise. Many had predicted it for weeks, but the budget forecast falls short of the predictions of a $1-billion deficit that had been floated by members of the Opposition.
But according to the Q3 numbers released on Wednesday, the deficit has already gone over $1 billion. The government estimates the current deficit at $1.21 billion, up $783.1 million from midyear. Officials point to revenue decreases from the SaskPower removal of the carbon tax, and a decrease from oil and gas, but revenue from potash and other own-source revenue is up.
The projected $819-million deficit is an improvement from the Q3 projection. The government is projecting a return to bal-
ance in four years.
On a per capita basis, the deficit amounts to $641 per person, which the government points out is lower than provinces like British Columbia at $2,346 per person.
Affordability focus
On affordability, the budget will contain more than $2.5 billion in annual affordability measures. It will also implement year two of the Saskatchewan Affordability Act provisions. The province says personal, spousal, equivalent-to-spouse and child tax exemptions, and the seniors’ supplement, will increase by $500 each again this year, and the Saskatchewan Low-Income Tax Credit will be increased another five per cent, over and above annual indexation.
The budget is also maintaining the small business tax rate permanently at one per cent, which the province estimates will save businesses $50 million annually in taxes.
The province is doubling the Active Families Benefit, going from $4 million to $8 million, with the increase going toward doubling the income threshold from $60,000 to $120,000 per year and doubling the benefit amount from $150 to $300 per child, or $200 to $400 for children with disabilities.
The government says the federal carbon tax will continue to be removed from customers’ bills.
Overall capital
For 2026-27, the Saskatchewan Capital Plan (Capital Plan) is budgeted at $4.3 billion, down from
$4.6 billion in last year’s budget. This includes nearly $1.8 billion in Executive Government infrastructure to build new schools, hospitals, long-term care facilities, roads and other infrastructure.
In capital projects, the government says it will invest $17.5 billion over the next four years in projects such as health facilities, schools, municipal infrastructure, highways, roads and provincial parks, among others.
Health care
On health care, the budget will provide funding in line with the new Patients First Health Care Plan that was recently announced.
The budget will include a record funding commitment for health care of $8.5 billion, up $393 million or nearly five per cent. It will go toward actions including expanded scope of practice for nurse practitioners, expanded urgent care centres, recruitment and training increases, expanded MRI, CT and PET-CT scans, and stabilization of emergency departments.
The budget also address-
es mental health and addictions, with expanded access to services. It commits to opening approximately 200 more addictions treatment spaces to reach the government’s goal of creating 500 new spaces.
On the capital side, the budget calls for a $635.7-million total for hospitals, long-term care homes, urgent care centres and technology. Major investments for 2026-27 include ongoing construction of the Prince Albert Victoria Hospital acute care tower; Regina Specialized Long-Term Care; La Ronge Long-Term Care; Grenfell Long-Term Care; Royal University Hospital’s ICU expansion; construction start for the Saskatoon Cancer Patient Lodge; expansion of Complex Needs Facilities; six new youth detox beds in Saskatoon; completion of the Saskatoon Urgent Care Centre; planning for new urgent care centres in Moose Jaw, North Battleford and Prince Albert, as well as second centres in Regina and Saskatoon; new capital funding for
a Regina-based Multiple Sclerosis Clinic; and ongoing planning for projects including Yorkton Regional Health Centre, Rosthern Hospital, Esterhazy Integrated Care Facility, and Battlefords and District Care Centre.
Community safety commitments In community safety, the budget commits to enhanced law enforcement. Funding includes $310 million to support Saskatchewan RCMP operations and First Nations policing, an increase of $49.7 million, and the introduction of a new Small Town and Rural Policing Grant Program. It also includes additional funding for the Saskatchewan Marshals Service and increased workforce capacity for the Saskatchewan Highway Patrol.
As announced at the SARM convention, Municipal Revenue Sharing is set at $392.4 million, a record amount, up 8.5 per cent from last year.
The province is also doubling the Volunteer First Responders’ Tax Credit from $3,000 to $6,000.
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Dale Paslawski, right, recently brought in furs and skulls to show the children at The Family Place, and explained all about the animals they came from. Photo courtesy of the Family Place
Editorial & Opinion
Police arrest dangerous driver
The Weyburn Police Service responded to 93 calls for service during the week of March 15–22, 2026. Notable incidents during the week include:
Uttering Threats: Police received a report of an adult male uttering threats to cause bodily harm to an adult female on March 17. Investigation determined the threats were credible. The male was arrested and charged, and later released on conditions, including no contact.
Police received a complaint from an adult male reporting that another adult male had been threatening him on March 21. The threat was determined to be credible. The accused was charged with uttering threats and released on conditions, including no contact. The parties are known to each other.
Impaired Driving: While conducting a walkthrough of a local licensed establishment on March 20, police observed an adult male who was highly intoxicated and had been cut off by staff. Officers warned him not to drive, and he indicated he would not.
Shortly after, officers observed the same individual driving his vehicle in the downtown area. A traffic stop was conducted, and the driver was arrested. Due to his level of intoxication, he was unable to provide breath samples and was charged with impaired operation and refusal. He was lodged in cells until sober.
Dangerous Driving: Police received a complaint of an erratic driver in the early morning hours of March 23. Officers located the vehicle and attempted a traffic stop; how-
ever, the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed, driving over curbs and in a manner dangerous to the public.
Due to safety concerns, police did not pursue. The vehicle was located shortly after, abandoned with the driver’s door open and open alcohol inside. The vehicle was seized. The driver was later identified and turned himself in. He has been charged with dangerous driving and evading police. Alcohol is believed to have been a contributing factor.
Fraud: Police received a report of an individual being defrauded on March 19 after responding to a Facebook advertisement directing them to an online trading platform promising high returns. The scammers used the appearance of a legitimate trading site; however, the entire operation was fraudulent.
Red flags of investment scams include:
• Guaranteed profits or “no risk” claims.
• “Insider tips” or access to exclusive trading groups.
• Pressure to act quickly (“limited time”. or “don’t miss out”).
• Unsolicited messages via social media or messaging apps.
• Fake success stories or fabricated testimonials.
• Romance combined with investment opportunities.
Anyone with information regarding these incidents, or any other criminal matter, is encouraged to contact the Weyburn Police Service at (306) 848-3250, the local RCMP detachment at 310-RCMP (7267), or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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FROM THE SIDELINES: Clarity in
Norm Park/ SaskToday.ca
How is the war in Iran going from a U.S. perspective Mr. President?
“Well, very complete, pretty much,” said Donnie Deflector.
No follow up question was forthcoming requesting clarity.
In fact, the President at one point felt it wasn’t really a war, but just an “excursion,” like a holiday retreat.
It was obvious the man had never been close to a wartime experience, but this isn’t just about the Deflector’s deflected messaging practices. A lack of clear communication is found on many fronts, not just the political ones.
We were seated at our desks, early high school. A booklet rested on each desktop complete with a cover page that indicated this was some sort of I.Q. typy thingy we were to be engaged in for a while.
The teacher/monitor at the front issued the instruction: “Do not open a page until I say so.”
We waited a few minutes until the clock struck the new hour and the directive was issued. “Okay, open the cover page and begin.”
So I, along with about 30 other teenagers tackled the first page. If memory serves me somewhat, it contained a sprinkling of pretty well everything, math, social issues, literature, quiz like queries etc.
I finished the first page, and looked around. The others were still writing, so I took the opportunity to gawk out the window since my desk was located on the last row on the east side. A couple of neighbourhood dogs that I knew were playing in the schoolyard. A robin was building a nest in the tree near the hedge. I spent more than a few minutes gazing … waiting for that permission to turn the page. Waiting for the others to finish so we could all advance to the second page.
Eventually I looked again. What the hey? Ivan and Bernie looked like they were cheating. I could see they were working on Pages 3 or 4 and Gail was even further along. Had I missed something? Apparently yes. I was probably the only one in the group who had taken the monitor’s instruction literally. I was not going to turn a page until I got permission to do so, as per his opening statement. Obviously I misunderstood and I was probably the only one. The others had instinctively and reasonably understood that he had only been talking about the starting point.
I dug in and was way behind and embarrassed. After our allotted time expired, I was about half the way through. I had spent about 20 minutes experiencing nature, not in a pursuit of a Mensa membership. Should I ask for a re-write? Well, that would be impossible. I had already been exposed to the
test. Oh well, mark me as stupid. Maybe it could work to my advantage, you know in algebra or chemistry classes for examples. I could hear the educators already.
“Well, we gotta cut that Park kid some slack I guess.”
“Why’s that?
“Well, take a look at his I.Q. score. Pretty low percentile. Apparently he ain’t that bright.”
“Oh, didn’t know. Ya, we can go easy on him I guess.”
At least that possibility was the only thing I figured could work in my favour moving forward. In my defence I blame the whole experience on the fact the monitor had not been clear when issuing instructions. “Do not open A page until I tell you.” I had understood that instruction literally, and lost.
Third example.
Scout leader tells a couple of young scouts to “take this pail, go down to the creek, fill it with water and put it on the fire.”
The scouts do as instructed, until they return.
One scout wants to hang the pail of water on the brackets above the fire and heat it.
The other scout insists the instructions were to pour the water on the fire to extinguish it.
Scout leader gets a zero mark for communication clarity that led to contradicting actions.
Next scene is a Saskatoon museum, decades ago, in a bathroom stall of all places! Someone had posted the Einstein theory of relativity on the wall. E=MC2.
Someone else had scrawled a teacher-like message below. “Correct Albert, but to get full marks you must show all your work.”
Now that was a fun way to once again illustrate the importance of making sure your communication efforts are fully cleared and clarified.
I know there are examples within households when couples or kids misinterpret instructions or parental edicts because the message wasn’t clear enough. The partial communication process can lead to laughter or anger, depending on the scenario.
On the more serious fronts, like on the political scenes or battlefields miscommunication can lead to contradictory strategies and gruesome outcomes.
Poor communications can also lead to corruption if put in the wrong hands. Clarity is king, confusion leads to calamity.
So if you want to deliver clear messages verbally or elsewise, then words such as “maybe” or “I suppose” and “perhaps” or “sort of,” are not useful.
Or as the saying goes: Avoid the slop. Be clear in what you want to convey … take it from a guy who royally flunked the I.Q. test, “pretty much.”
Sports & Leisure
Red Wings and Hawks tied 1-1 after weekend
The Weyburn Red Wings and Nipawin Hawks have split the first two games of round one of the 2026 playoffs in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League.
The Red Wings won 4-2 over Nipawin in game one, at the Centennial Arena in Nipawin on March 20.
Weyburn started strong with two goals in the first period. Aidan Mohan scored at 6:20, assisted by Dion Schraeder and Will Munro, followed by Schraeder scoring at 11:47, assisted by Munro and Sawyer Aquila.
The Wings added to their lead at 13:54 of the second period with a powerplay goal by Roan Burgess, with assists going to Munro and Rylan Pearce.
The Hawks fought back in the third period, scoring a powerplay goal at 7:21 and a late goal at 19:09. After three assists, Munro found the back of an empty net when the Hawks pulled their goaltender flate in the third to put the game away. The assist on the Munro goal went to Josh Sale.
Joey Rocha was in net for Weyburn and stopped 40 out of 42 shots.
The Hawks had a stronger game two, win -
ning 5-1 over the Red Wings on March 21.
The Hawks scored twice in the first period, at 3:16 and 11:01, along with a powerplay goal at 15:35 in the second period to take a commanding lead.
Things started to heat up penality wise in the back half of the second period and for much of the third period. Almost 100 minutes in penalities were given out in the game.
The lone Weyburn goal was scored by Pearce at 11 seconds in the third period, assisted by Sale and Josh Karman. The Hawks kept on the defense, adding an empty net goal at 18:14 and 44 seconds later scored their fifth of the night to secure the win.
Rocha was in net for Weyburn and stopped 26 out of 30 shots.
Weyburn hosted the Hawks for game three of the series on Tuesday night, and tonight, March 25, will host game four at the Whitecap Resource Centre. Puck drops at 7 p.m.
Game five will be held in Nipawin on Saturday, March 28 . Game six, if needed, will be played in Weyburn on Monday, March 30.
Red Wings forward named to SJHL All-Star Team
Weyburn Red Wings forward Roan Burgess was named to the Rookie All-Stars Team for the 2025-2026 season in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. During his season with the Weyburn Red Wings, Roan scored 20 goals and had 20 assists for 40 points.
Clarke earns Linesperson of the Year award
Alex Clarke was recognized as the Linesperson of the Year for the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League at the 2025-2026 year-end awards. According to a media release from the SJHL, “Alex’s consistency and exceptional communication skills make her a standout in every game she works. Alex has tremendous character and carries herself with the in-
tegrity expected of an elite official.”
“Alex’s success at the highest levels of officiating directly reflects her character, work ethic, dedication, and focus. She approaches every opportunity with professionalism and commitment. Her ability to prepare, adapt, and perform under pressure has opened doors to elite opportunities, including the WHL and AHL, as
well as national and international stages such as the Esso Cup, IIHF Women’s World Championship, and the Winter Olympics. Alex’s journey is a testament to the standard she sets for herself and the consistency with which she meets it.”
“Alex is truly a benchmark for excellence amongst our officiating staff,” concluded the media release.
Lacrosse player taking the next step in career
Submitted
Weyburn Thrashers alumni Alex Labrecque was selected to join the Langley Thunder B.C. Junior Tier 1 lacrosse team.
According to a news release from the team, Langley Thunder coach Ryan Williams said that Lacreque is “a player who can make an impact anywhere on the floor.”
Labrecque, a 2009-born player who stands six foot two inches
and weighs 220 pounds, and s widely regarded as one of the top offensive talents to come out of the province’s minor system. But scoring isn’t his only weapon. He has also spent time with Lacrosse Canada’s National Development Team Program (NDTP), most recently as a defender with the U17 Canada West field team.
“I’m a 200-foot player,” Labrecque said. “I can score and make plays on offense, but I can also
contribute defensively. I’m a gritty, relentless competitor, and I’ll do whatever it takes to help the team win.”
Labrecque models his game after Prairie lacrosse star Mike Messenger of the NLL’s Saskatchewan Rush. “I try to play like him—he can score goals, but he can also be a lockdown defender,” he said.
“Alex has the tools to become a really complete player and when you hear him talk about modeling his game after Messenger, it makes a lot of sense – he already has that mindset of impacting the game in all areas,” Williams said. “With his size, athleticism and willingness to compete on both sides of the ball, his potential is extremely exciting.”
Labrecque joins a Thunder T1 squad coming off a 14-4 season in 2025, which earned second place in the B.C. Junior Tier 1 Lacrosse League regular season and a trip to the semi-finals.
The U13 Canadian Tire Gold Wings captured the U13 Southeast Championship on March 12, completing an undefeated season. The team consistently demonstrated strong teamwork, resilience, and determination throughout the year. With the southeast title secured, the Gold Wings now turn their attention to the final championship, where they will face the northeast champions, the Delisle Bruins. They played game one one March 20, with game two set for Thursday, March 26 and game three on Sunday, March 29. Back row, l-r, Adella McEwen, Peyton Leblanc, Keira Jackson, Sarra Giroux, Adele Perras, Jayda Weichel, Payton Bell, Brady Nielsen and Rayna Taylor. Middle row, l-r, Adalynn Lockert, Victoria Gill, Myla Patterson, Emery Gall, Brooklyn Bell and Bailey Schaeffer. Front row Heidi Bell. Missing from photo, head coach Karsten Nielsen, assistant coach Janelle Jackson, assistant coach Jeff Schaeffer, assistant coach Kristy Gall and Blake Coulter. Photo submitted
Lacrosse players, aged 10 and under, participated in a Try Lacrosse event with the Flatland Coyotes Lacrosse Club at the Credit Union Spark Centre on March 21. Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
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Newly formed Art Collective has big plans for the future
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The Plainsight Weyburn Art Collective formed in late 2025 and has been busy establishing ways to promote fine art in Weyburn. The group’s objectives are primarily to connect local artists and to build a supportive community by assisting artists to improve and to promote their art in our community.
activity and conversation about art.
Plainsight will be hosting another retreat this Saturday, March 28. This retreat is open for anyone who wants to spend the day (or part of day – come and go) dedicated to their art. It will be held at the Weyburn Public Library, lower level, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The retreat is free to artists and the public who wish to view fabulous art as its being created.
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artists from Weyburn and area are invited to display their art for sale. Artists and artisans will be demonstrating their art throughout the day. This festival is free to the public. Applications for artists will open soon. Follow the group Plainsight Weyburn Art Collective on Facebook for more information and links to application form.
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The group hosted their first retreat at the Weyburn Public Library on February 28 with ten artists attending. Many members of the public stopped in for viewing and an opportunity to chat about art. The room was a buzz of
Plainsight Weyburn Art Collective has also been busy planning their first fine art show and sale. The “Artist Next Door Art Festival” will be held at Knox Hall on Saturday, May 23
Plainsight Weyburn Art Collective will meet on Thursday, April 2 at the Weyburn Public Library Program Room at 6:30 p.m. This group welcomes all local artists to attend and be a part of this new art initiative in Weyburn.
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Art Collective retreat held at the Weyburn Public Library recently. Another art retreat is being planned for Saturday, March 28.
Sara Irwin, Molly Fogarty and Trudy Griffin created art at the Plainsight Weyburn
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Rum Ragged performed to an enthusiastic crowd last week at the Cugnet Centre as part of the 2025-26 Weyburn Concert Series. The band members shared stories of their lives growing up in Newfoundland Labrador. L-r, Colin Grant, Aaron Collis, Mark Manning and Zach Nash.
