Page b2- - - - - - - - - - Weyburn Review, Weyburn, Saskatchewan -- November 3, 2021
A pumpkin artist
Review Photo 6665 – Greg Nikkel Chelsea Roberts showed off her handiwork, after she was done carving her pumpkin during a session at the Weyburn Public Library on Thursday evening. The library provided all of the supplies, including carving tools and patterns, as families came out to make their own Jack O’Lanterns for Halloween decorating.
Traffic safety spotlight on intersections, winter driving Ahh, the first snowfall of the season. The cold touch of delicate snowflakes, the muffled sounds from a fresh blanket of snow and the sight of cars sliding through intersections as drivers get used to slippery roads again. Here’s the thing: The tranquil beauty of that first snowfall doesn’t have to be spoiled by vehicle collisions. “Driving on ice and snow isn’t easy, but drivers adjust to driving on Saskatchewan roads every year,” said Penny McCune, Chief Operating Officer of the Auto Fund. “We’re challenging drivers to put in a bit more effort early on this winter to prevent collisions as a result of slick road conditions.” Whether you’re headed to work or doing some early holiday shopping, take the time to fully clear ice and snow from your vehicle’s windows before you leave. When you do drive, take it slow and increase your following distance to five seconds or more so you can avoid hitting the vehicle in front of you when you have to come to a stop at the next intersection. A little extra space can make a big difference. SGI recommends you install winter tires when temperatures dip below seven degrees Celsius. What’s the payoff? You
get to where you’re going without a collision which could leave you out in the cold waiting for help, injured or worse. Nearly half of all crashes on Saskatchewan roads happen at intersections. This is why SGI is teaming up with the Saskatchewan Safety Council and law enforcement across Saskatchewan to focus the Traffic Safety Spotlight on intersection safety and winter driving in November. “Ice and snowy conditions are a part of driving in Saskatchewan during the winter,” said Al Gall, Skid Smart Driver Instructor, Saskatchewan Safety Council. “We want to show drivers the situations that can cause skids and teach the kinds of skills you need to get your car back under control.” What are some of those skills? In addition to taking it slow and having your car ready for the weather drivers can try these other winter driving tips: • Expect the unexpected – Remember IPDE: Identify, Predict, Decide and Execute. The more you pay attention to what is happening and could happen, the better prepared you’ll be to prevent a collision. • Don’t rush the light – be sure you have room to clear the intersection. If you don’t, a minute or two is not long to wait for the
Rolling for points
next green – compared to the delay you’ll deal with if you end up in even a minor collision. • Keep your headlights and taillights clear of snow – it won’t prevent you from slipping but it does make you more visible to other drivers and can prevent them from colliding with you. • Be gentle – gentle acceleration, gentle braking and smooth steering keep your car in control and prevents sliding on slippery roads. Increase your following distance to give yourself plenty of room to stop. • Buckle up – even if you’re careful, others on the road may be in a rush and that can lead to collisions. Be ready for anything and buckle up – every time. Another way to prevent collisions around intersections is to pay attention to the traffic laws that apply when two roads intersect. Drivers who fail to stop (at stop signs or red lights) or who fail to yield (for pedestrians, yield signs or at uncontrolled intersections) could receive a ticket for $230. There are many ways to stay safe when driving through intersections and in winter driving conditions which is why SGI will be sharing driving advice on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter throughout the month.
Review Photo 6589 – Greg Nikkel
Vic Plante watched as Murray Keefe rolled the ball for his turn, during a session of short mat bowling on Thursday afternoon. Weyburn’s home for indoor lawn bowling is at the City Centre Mall, in the former gymnastics space, and sessions are held every Tuesday and Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Plante is the Weyburn organizer, and is hoping there will be enough interest to start leagues on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in the same location. Proof of vaccination or a negative test will be required.