With the number of COVID-19 cases in the province increasing, various communities around the southwest have made some announcements.

Effective immediately, the Town of Eastend and the RM of White Valley Number 49 office will be closed to the public, and will function on an appointment only basis until further notice.

And in the Town of Gull Lake,also effective immediately, the Town Office is closed to the public with business being conducted by telephone, email or regular mail.

Also, all community and recreation facilities in Gull Lake have been closed and will remain closed until further notice.