Construction booming in Warman, Martensville
By TERRY PUGH The number of residential building permits issued so far this year in Warman is more than double last year’s total. And the overall value of those permits…
Martensville council approves $185K to fix HVAC at MAP, replace sewer lift station generator
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative City of Martensville councillors approved two major equipment replacements totalling $185,000 during their November 4 meeting — the replacement of a back-up generator at…
City of Martensville applying to increase debt limit by $30M in consideration of future projects
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative To facilitate additional borrowing for the Martensville Recreation Centre (MRC) and the upcoming water/wastewater project, as well as to cover whatever the city may…
Accessibility survey in Martensville launched
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative The Martensville Accessibility Advisory Committee (MAAC) is now gathering input on potential barriers to accessibility within the community, such as a lack of parking…
Martensville Library to hold online auction
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative The Martensville Library Board is planning to host an online auction of items donated by local businesses and community members in order to raise…
Public opposes ATV ban within Martensville
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative Approximately 81% of the respondents in the City of Martensville’s public consultation on ATVs, dirt bikes and unlicensed vehicles oppose a complete ban on…
Martensville apartment will help fill market need for rental units
By TERRY PUGH A $25 million four-storey, 87-unit apartment building currently under construction on Main Street in Martensville is expected to help meet the need for rental accommodation in the…
Martensville council approves policy for waiving rental fees for user groups using city facilities
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative City of Martensville councillors voted during their October 7 meeting to approve a new policy that provides “clear and transparent” rationale for approving or…
Martensville resident bitten ‘multiple times’ by bat
By KEVIN BERGER, Local Journalism Initiative A week after the discovery of a dead bat with rabies in Warman, the City of Martensville has advised that a local resident was…
Martensville firefighter-troubador takes stage with debut single
By TERRY PUGH Martensville Fire Department Captain Ryan Cross has used a firefighter’s axe to good purpose many times over the years. But, he’s also no slouch when it comes…