Humboldt

The announcement was released during the Federal, Provincial and Territorial Agriculture Ministers annual conference.

In a statement they note that : "After years of work and widespread industry participation, all major retailers have agreed to join the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct. This includes Loblaw, Sobeys, and Metro, and most recently, Walmart and Costco. "

Gen. Jennie Carignan was a little emotional on Thursday as she spoke to reporters about what it means to take over command of the Canadian Armed Forces. 

It's an honour that felt like the natural next step in her career, she said, something she's worked toward for the last 38 years. It also means, for other women or marginalized people, that "it's possible, folks — the door is open."

"This is actually what my parents used to tell me: 'Anything is possible. You can do anything,'" she said. 

Brad Lauer is back in the Western Hockey League (WHL) as the Spokane Chiefs have named the Humboldt product the team's new head coach. 

The past two seasons Lauer has been an assistant coach with the Winnipeg Jets. Prior to joining the Jets, Lauer was behind the bench as head coach of the Edmonton Oil Kings leading them to a WHL Championship in 2021-22. During that season the Oil Kings established new franchise records for longest win-streak in a single season (14 games) and best winning percentage (.765).

A new group home in Watrous will now allow four individuals with intellectual disabilities a safe living space. 

The home is operated by the Interlake Human Resources Corporation (IHRC) and received support from the provincial government with $1.4 million in construction funding from the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation, the Ministry of Social Services is providing approximately $505,000 in annual operating funding.   

In a heartfelt gesture of appreciation, a special delivery was made to the hardworking staff at the Humboldt Public Works Department. The scorching summer days can be relentless, especially for those whose job it is to keep our city running smoothly. To show gratitude and bring a little joy to their day, a variety of refreshing treats, generously provided by Humboldt Sobeys, were delivered.

Twenty-two community and municipal projects can proceed thanks to the new round of funding through the Targeted Sector Support initiative. Funding through the Municipal Revenue Sharing Program, directed via the TSS, will see $620,000 earmarked from the $1.5 million annual allotment.  

Saskatchewan’s Water Security Agency (WSA) is investing more than $18 million in eastern Saskatchewan water infrastructure projects. Those projects manage water flow and provide infrastructure to communities in the region. Among the local projects that will see funding are the Dellwood Brook Dam and the Round Lake (Sinfield) Dam. 

A valiant effort by the East Central AAA 15U Dodgers as they fell to the Saskatoon Brewers last night in the Bridge City.  

While the Dodgers opened the scoring lone run in the 2nd inning, courtesy of a Grayden Jackson single, the Brewers started their march with a pair of runs in the bottom of the 2nd inning on a walk and a balk.  

It took less than half an hour for explanations, a question-and-answer period, and voting to conclude on Wednesday night as Humboldt Co-op members deliberated on the proposed amalgamation of the Humboldt and Muenster Co-ops. 

Like the vote with Muenster members the night before, the decision was a unanimous “yes” to proceed. Forty-eight Humboldt Co-op members, many with dual membership in the Muenster Co-op cast their ballots at Humboldt’s Legion Hall and at the Lanigan Legion. 

Republicans criticized U.S. President Joe Biden's record on foreign policy at the national convention in Milwaukee, as many party faithful called for America to step back from its contributions to the world. 

Wednesday's agenda and its theme of "Make America Strong Once Again" will give leaders around the world insight into the potential impact of a second Donald Trump presidency. 

"No NATO. I want America strong," said Kimberly Nguyen, wearing a star-spangled dress and draped in a Trump 2024 flag outside the convention.