Update: On August 30, 2021 at approximately 5:45 p.m. Warman/Martensville RCMP, along with Delisle Fire and Rescue, Medavie Health Services West and STARS, responded to a two vehicle collision on Highway #7, west of Delisle. Investigation has determined that a grain-hauling semi and an SUV collided. The adult male driver of the SUV was transported… Continue reading UPDATE: Serious Motor Vehicle Collision, Highway 7, Approx. 2 miles southwest of Delisle
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Safety Improvement Work Continues on Hwy 7
An update from Saskatchewan Highways. Safety improvement work continues on Hwy 7 near Kindersley. Work includes: – Removing the traffic lights at Main Street – Installing a pedestrian traffic light at 2nd St – Installing raised medians and concrete bulb outs – Surfacing Once this work is complete, traffic patterns at these intersections will change.… Continue reading Safety Improvement Work Continues on Hwy 7
An Update on Construction in the Area
Most of us are aware of the construction happening around town. Although it may be a disruption now, the work that is occurring on Highway 7 came after a corridor study, aimed at trying to improve traffic flow and safety. Valued at nearly 2.2 million dollars, these improvements are part of a 100 million dollar… Continue reading An Update on Construction in the Area
Construction for Next Two Weeks
Work has begun on Hwy 7 at the intersections of 2nd Street and Hwy 7 and Main Street and Hwy 7. Over the next two weeks, crews will be doing signal system installation and curb construction. Please ensure you are obeying all signs. For the latest information and for more updates on everything Kindersley ‘Like’… Continue reading Construction for Next Two Weeks
$830 Million Investment Into Saskatchewan’s Highways
An $830 million investment in Saskatchewan’s highways in 2021 will protect Saskatchewan drivers, build new roads and grow our economy. “The highways budget contains more than $800 million dollars in highways investments that protect citizens by making our highways safer,” Highways Minister Fred Bradshaw said. “These investments will build capacity so we are positioned for… Continue reading $830 Million Investment Into Saskatchewan’s Highways
UPDATE: All Areas of Highway 7 Currently Closed
According to the Saskatchewan Highway Hotline, all areas of Highway 7 are currently closed. Kindersley to Alberta Border: Closed, Slush, Icy or Slippery Sections. Fiske to Kindersley: Closed, Slush, Icy or Slippery Sections, Wet subject to Freezing, Zero Visibility. Rosetown to Fiske: Closed, Slush, Icy or Slippery Sections, Wet subject to Freezing, Poor Visibility.… Continue reading UPDATE: All Areas of Highway 7 Currently Closed
Highway 7 To See More Passing Lanes Next Year
More Passing Lanes to be Added The Ministry of Highways has more plans for the busy roadway of Highway 7. The upcoming project will add three more sets of passing lanes on Highway 7 between the communities of Fiske and Kindersley. These passing lanes will be in addition to the two passing lanes already completed… Continue reading Highway 7 To See More Passing Lanes Next Year
Roundabout Coming to Town: Possible Traffic Changes in Kindersley
A Roundabout Removes Need for Traffic Signals at Intersection Roundabouts are not only for Europe. While roundabouts only made an appearance in Canada in the mid-90’s, there is growing evidence that roundabouts can make rural highway intersections safer. Recently, Highway 7 through Kindersley was under a survey to address safety and operational issues. One of the… Continue reading Roundabout Coming to Town: Possible Traffic Changes in Kindersley
Study on Highway 7 Corridor Releases Final Report
Study Addressed Safety and Operational Concerns Highway 7 through the Town of Kindersley was recently under scrutiny for safety and operational improvements. Ministry of Highways commissioned Associated Engineering to conduct a corridor study to identify safety and operational improvements on Highway 7 through the Town of Kindersley, including service roads. The limits of the project… Continue reading Study on Highway 7 Corridor Releases Final Report
Construction Delays on Highway 7 Could Last All Summer
Project Expected to Continue Through the Summer Months Motorists on Highway 7 between Kindersley and Rosetown should expect construction delays to not disappear anytime soon. The delays will pay off, as the construction project is adding two sets of passing lanes between Kindersley and Rosetown. The paving project is expected to continue through the summer… Continue reading Construction Delays on Highway 7 Could Last All Summer