Humboldt

Labour talks between Air Canada and its pilots are approaching a midnight deadline, when either side could trigger the start of a shutdown for Canada's largest airline.

After more than 14 months of negotiations, starting Sunday the two sides will be in a position to provide 72-hour notice of a strike or lockout that could disrupt travel for the more than 100,000 passengers who fly the airline daily.

In the days leading up to the deadline, the two sides have said they remain far apart on the central question of pay.

The Future of Sport in Canada Commission has launched a new online portal aimed at gathering feedback from Canadians on how to improve the country’s sport system and ensure safe participation. The portal, which went live on September 10, 2024, invites submissions from athletes, parents, coaches, officials, administrators, academics, and victims or survivors of maltreatment in sports.

Here's a look at some of this week's top news photos as selected by editors.

Melvin Carl Bolen
July 8, 1947 – September 13, 2024

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Ukraine should be allowed to strike deep inside Russia, regardless of Moscow threatening that this would draw Canada and its allies into direct war.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that the NATO military alliance would draw itself into war if it allows Ukraine to use donated weapons to make long-range strikes inside Russia.

His comments come five weeks after Ukrainian forces stormed the border and put parts of Russian territory under foreign occupation for the first time since the Second World War.

It will be a chance to bridge new connections within our community over a series of events. 

The Humboldt Regional Newcomer Centre will be holding their Welcome Week, beginning tonight and will have a series of events planned over the next week.  

Humboldt City Councillor Rob Muench is throwing his hat back in the ring as a mayoral candidate.  

Four years ago, Muench stepped away from the chair, retaining a seat as a councillor. After some assessment, he says it’s time to seek the mayor’s position again at a critical time of growth for Humboldt.  

The encouragement of a number of Humboldt residents prompted Muench to declare his intention in a social media post.  

A misty, murky noon hour didn’t put a damper on Olymel’s Giving Back Together barbecue fundraiser. The chefs braved the weather, flipping pork souvlaki burgers provided by Drake Meats, while diners gathered inside the Olymel building to enjoy the noon hour feast.  

“It doesn’t deter anyone from coming out to this great fundraiser,” said Casey Smit, VP with Olymel. “It’s our eighth year of doing this, and we’re pretty excited.” 

107.5 Bolt FM had the pleasure of visiting the Wuchner farm for Week 4 of Meal in the Field. The Wuchner family, with roots dating back to 1911, continues to cultivate the land with dedication and pride.

When asked about the current harvest, Warren Wuchner shared, "We’re about 30% done, and it’s been fairly smooth sailing with good weather."

This year, the Wuchners are harvesting their usual crops—wheat, canola, and soft wheat, a tradition that reflects over a century of farming expertise.

Name That Tune was an easy win for Heidi!

She was the first to text in with the correct song scoring her a $50.00 Humboldt Sobeys gift card and chose to risk it all. It was an easy win for Heidi as she didn't even need to think about it! Congrats Heidi! 

Listen to the replay below.

You could be next to play tune in Friday mornings to hear the song of the day.

Answer: New York