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Border Brief – Jan. 31, 2026

Good morning border region, it’s Saturday Jan. 31and this is your morning Border Brief. Roads are your top story today. Saskatchewan Highway Hotline is showing covered, to partially covered on 16 and 17 as well as all side roads throughout the region with reduced visibility. Alberta 511, on the other hand says roads are bare with no visibility issues. Some of the highway cameras show visibility issues. If you are headed anywhere this morning, it’s just best to add extra time. Lets get off to headlines. Listen here: In news:Yesterday was a busy one. Head over to the site to

SHA offers limited clarity on Lloydminster Emergency room wait times

Featured, Lloydminster News

For people sitting in the emergency room at Lloydminster Hospital, the issue is time. Five hours.Seven hours.Sometimes ten. Those time frames are frequently reported by patients and families in the waiting room and shared publicly online. They include parents with children, seniors, and people directed to emergency care as their point of access. When the Saskatchewan Health Authority is asked direct questions about emergency department staffing and wait times at Lloydminster Hospital, the responses help frame how those delays are managed. What SHA says SHA confirms Lloydminster’s emergency department is staffed with one physician per shift. Additional physicians can be

RCMP vehicle rammed before Loon Lake RCMP help stop pursuit

Featured, Crime and Courts

A multi-jurisdiction pursuit that began in Cold Lake and crossed into Saskatchewan ended with help from Loon Lake RCMP, resulting in three arrests and multiple charges. On Jan. 27, 2026, Cold Lake RCMP’s Crime Reduction Unit was conducting targeted investigations into several recent vehicle thefts in the area when officers located a stolen vehicle at a residence in the 4400 block of 50 Avenue. When officers attempted to arrest the occupants, the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed, causing damage to a police vehicle, said officials in a release. With assistance from RCMP Police Dog Services and the

Lloydminster man faces assualt with weapon charges

Lloydminster News, Featured

A 45 year-old from Lloydminster faces who was allegedly driving while prohibited now faces numerous charges after an incident earlier this week on the city’s east side. At approximately 4:30 p.m. it is alleged he was involved in an incident which saw a vehicle end up on the front lawn of a home on 37 street. Witnesses said the other vehicle drove away from the scene. RCMP confirmed they caught up with the other driver and placed him under arrest. As a result of the investigation, Brian Neil Kosteriva, 45, Lloydminster charged with: He was originally remanded in custody. He

Evening Highway 16 rollover near Marshall slows traffic

Featured, Lloydminster News

At approximately 8:30 p.m. Jan. 29, Legacy Regional Protective Services were dispatched to a rollover collision on Highway 16 near Marshall. According to officials on scene a westbound vehicle ended up in the centre median. The eastbound lanes of 16 were restricted and slowed traffic for approximately two hours. RCMP attended the scene and the investigation remains ongoing. The roadway was cleared around 10:30 p.m. Read more: Vermilion RCMP have closed 16 westbound due to collision

Gallery – Vermilion firefighters battle blaze in icy weather

Featured, Alerts and incidents

County of Vermilion River firefighters were called to a reported shop fire south of the Town of Vermilion shortly after 6:30 p.m. Jan. 29. Vermilion Fire and Rescue Society, County Fire Chief Kirk Hughes, Vermilion RCMP, Medavie Health Services West – Northeast Alberta, and ATCO responded to the scene. On arrival, fire command advised the structure was fully involved. Firefighters deployed attack lines and used foam to suppress the blaze, while additional apparatus worked to establish a rural water shuttle. By midnight, Vermilion Fire Chief Anton Krys confirmed the fire was out and crews had returned to the hall and

Vermilion RCMP have closed Highway 16 due to collision

Alerts and incidents, Featured

Vermilion RCMP are on scene of a serious motor vehicle collision on Highway 16 westbound near Vermilion. Highway 16 westbound is closed between Range Roads 72 and 73 and will remain closed until further notice. Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use alternate routes. An update will be provided once the highway reopens or if additional information becomes available. For the most up-to-date road conditions and closures, visit Alberta 511. Read more: Meadow Lake RCMP issue arrest warrant after drugs, weapons seized

Border Brief – Jan. 30, 2026

Featured, Lloydminster News

Good morning border region, it’s Friday Jan. 30 and this is your morning Border Brief. Lets get off to headlines. Listen here: In news:Collision slowing 50 Ave. in LloydminsterA mid-day collision slowed traffic along 50 Avenue in Lloydminster as emergency crews responded.Drivers were asked to expect delays while vehicles were cleared and traffic flow restored. Lions host district governor as club focuses on growthThe Lloydminster Lions Club welcomed their district governor this week to discuss membership growth and community impact.Club leaders say expanding service projects and attracting new members remain top priorities. Meadow Lake RCMP seize 10 firearms, meth in

Collision slowing 50 Ave. in Lloydminster

Featured, Alerts and incidents

Emergency services are currently on scene of a motor vehicle collision on 50 Ave. which is slowing traffic considerably. A Reader submitted a photo from the scene shows two vehicles involved at the 50 St. intersection, one vehicle is blocking traffic. They reported Lloydminster Fire and Rescue as well as RCMP are on scene. There is no word on injuries. The roadway is expected to be blocked until the investigation is complete. Read more: Meadow Lake RCMP seize 10 firearms, Meth in Search

Lions host district governor as club focuses on growth

Featured, Community Insights

The Lloydminster Lions Club used a visit from its District Governor this week to send a clear message about where the organization is headed: growth, renewal, and opening the door wider to new members. District Governor Brian Starkel, who oversees the northern half of Saskatchewan, was in Lloydminster as part of a tour of clubs across the region. His role, he said, is about more than formal visits. It is about keeping local clubs connected to the broader Lions network and encouraging members to see leadership as something within reach. Starkel’s district stretches from Yorkton to Meadow Lake and includes