Bank of Montreal in Maple Creek closing
By Marcus Day Maple Creek News Concern has been expressed about the closure of rural community banks across Saskatchewan. It follows news that the Bank of Montreal (BMO) branch in Maple Creek will close on Friday, June 19, 2026. In a statement to the News-Times, the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) said rural bank closures had left many communities feeling abandoned and vulnerable. “These… Read More »
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Highway 1 speed reduced in west Swift Current to improve safety
Maple Creek News December 10, Highways Minister David Marit reminded motorists a portion of Trans-Canada Highway 1 through Swift Current now has its speed reduced… Read More »
Sexual assault trial acquittal
Maple Creek News Garth Drever has been acquitted of a sexual assault allegation brought by a former employee at Cutting Edge. Judge Alan Jacobson said… Read More »
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Former Maple Creek resident wins major race
Keith Harder, who hails originally from Maple Creek, won Alberta’s Divide 200 ultra-trail race, completing the 200-mile route, which includes the Castle-Crowsnest Pass region of… Read More »
The magnificent seven
The school are so proud of you.” The words of vice-principal Tyson Krause rang out around the gym at Maple Creek Composite School after the… Read More »
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Community Feast 2025: National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
As she looked at children with their parents in the Jasper Centre grounds, Nekaneet chief Rosa Wahobin asked for contemplation of the unthinkable. Suppose this… Read More »
Highlights of my weekend? Trucker’s, a tepee … and thongs
By Marcus Day I’ve just learned something worth sharing: Maple Creek may be the nexus of the universe, but there is land beyond its borders,… Read More »