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Looking back: This past week's headlines

The headlines for the week of June 12-18, 2021
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Miss the news this past week? Here is a selection of headlines from the past week.

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Saturday

Victim Services co-ordinator, canine colleague take final walk into retirement

Sunday

Expansion project at Lake Diefenbaker could generate $82B in GDP for Sask.

Homegrown Farmer’s Market kicks off season with big crowds on Langdon Crescent

Ice emerge with doubleheader split out of U12 A games with Regina

Waller tosses gem as 18U AAA Canucks earn split with Sask5 Giants

Monday

SaskEnergy offers home-heating assistance program for fifth straight year

Joint investigation leads to multiple arrests for possession of guns, drugs

Tuesday

‘Helping out grads:’ two Moose Javians collect big donation of formal wear for area high schools

Sacred Heart School declares COVID outbreaks in two classrooms

Council declines to reduce speed on Main Street, to use traffic-calming measures instead

FCAA provides tips to protect seniors on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Pickleball players prodding council and city to build permanent courts

Upcoming outdoor hiking event in Wakamow Valley raising awareness for mental health

Golden Ticket Sports Centre new name for former Hillcrest Sports Centre building

Mosaic Place to receive extra $15K to finish tech upgrades project

Late-game errors the difference as Assiniboia defeats Canucks in 15U AAA baseball action

Western Hockey League to open season Oct. 1, playoffs back to conference format

Local youngsters volunteer to clean up St. Michael schoolyard after trash left in area

Wednesday

Moose Jaw band goes gold in Europe after TikTok video pulls millions of new streams

Zoning error preventing some homeowners from acquiring mortgages, insurance

Buffalo Pound’s pursuit of $60M loan receives support from council

New audio gear to likely enhance meetings in council chambers

Property on Ninth Avenue NW to be subdivided for commercial venture

Councillors question verdict to allow garage project that exceeds zoning bylaw

Youth committee members concerned about faded, missing street signs

Do it for Jax: Moose Jaw Giants catcher MacDonald homers for fallen son in first at bat of season

Native Prairie Appreciation Week a chance to enjoy province’s unspoiled ecosystems

Canucks take walk-off win over White Butte in SPBL 18U AAA action

Thursday

Cranberry Consignment expands into new, bigger location on High Street

New city policy addresses hanging banners to honour athletes and teams

YaraCentre’s booking policy updated to align with existing practices

Council gives property owners extension to pay taxes for 2021

Cat World Domination Day & the draw date for the Cozy up with SCRAPS Quilt Raffle!

Mayor Fraser Tolmie seeks CPC nomination for Moose Jaw-Lake Centre-Lanigan constituency

Three new individual exhibits filling the gallery at MJMAG for summer

Warriors to play home opener on Oct. 1, select 50th overall in Import Draft

Proposed parental leave policy makes it easier for younger residents to run for council

Canucks struggle in 15U AAA loss to Regina White Sox

Moose Jaw Marauders roll to 42-7 victory over Weyburn to open South Sask Spring Football League

Friday

Palliser Regional Library eliminates overdue fines to make libraries accessible for all

Enquiry asked about accumulated surplus

Upcoming workshop to offer in-depth look into sport supplements

Proposed change to council meetings moves speakers higher on agenda

Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Corp. finished 2020 with surplus of $1M

Casino Moose Jaw to reopen June 20 after six months’ closure

Canucks rally late to take win over South East in SPBL 18U AAA action

Moose Jaw Ice pick up tie, loss in Under-14 doubleheader with Regina Lazers

Prairie South to keep pandemic restrictions in place until end of June

‘Help Someone’ Movement raises $83,000 for cross-Canada tour to help the homeless and vulnerable

Opinion

On the Front Porch: Women arise

Bruce Penton: Mickelson chasing history at U.S Open

Letter to the Editor: Where are our property rights for those living next to a derelict property?

Reflective Moments: Monogrammed dress socks, ugly ties just for Dad

From the Kitchen: Salads for main course or addition to larger meal

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