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Beginning today (Nov.1), SaskPower will be providing a 60 per cent reduction in federal carbon tax for customers who rely on electricity as their primary source of heat in their homes. This reduction will remain in effect until April 30, 2025.  

The calculation for the 60 per cent reduction was determined based on the typical percentage of power consumption required for home heating. 

The Reid Thompson Library welcomes Saskatchewan writer Marilyn Frey for a reading on Wednesday, November 6 at 6 pm.  

Marilyn Frey will be reading from her autobiography “Reflections in a Farmhouse Window.” Her memoir draws readers into a much simpler time in the 1960s and 1970s growing up on a farm in central Saskatchewan where hard work and discipline help develop a strong work ethic and character.” 

On October 30, 2024, the Humboldt RCMP investigated a complaint of a broken vehicle window and theft of property at a business located in the RM of Three Lake near the community of Middle Lake, Saskatchewan. The occurrence happened at approximately 8:41 pm on October 29, 2024.

Anyone who may have information regarding this incident can contact the Humboldt/ Lanigan RCMP Detachment at 306-682-2535 or the information can be shared anonymously through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

As a part of the ongoing investigation conducted by the Sask. RCMP General Investigation Section, charges were laid on Thursday, and a warrant has been issued for the arrest of a Prince Albert man that led to an emergency alert on October 24.

27-year-old Dallas Fulton is facing a number of charges including:

With the Civic Election coming up on Wednesday November 13. Residents can cast their ballots ahead of election day.

Advance Polls open in Humboldt tomorrow (Friday, November 1) at the St. Mary's Villa from 10 am to 3 pm. 

Next week you can stop by Jubilee Hall inside of the Uniplex to fill out your ballot from 1-9 pm on Tuesday (Nov.5), Wednesday (Nov.6) and Thursday (Nov.7).

Saturday, November 9 will be the final advance poll at Caleb Village from 1-5 pm. 

More information can be found at the City of Humboldt's website. 

More reaction is coming in from labour organizations following Monday night's majority win by the Sask Party. SEIU-WEST, the union that serves a diverse membership in health care, education, and other private and public sectors, has put the Moe government on notice.  

The volleyball season is beginning its fall wind down in the HCAA. As senior teams gear up for conference playdowns, the junior side had a busy night throughout the Horizon School Division as pre-district playdowns were held.

Thirteen tournaments went on Tuesday, October 29 with the top teams in each of the leagues heading to the District Championships on Tuesday, November 5. Host sites and schedules will be announced shortly. 

The Saskatchewan Teacher’s Federation (STF) has released a statement following the results from Monday’s Provincial Election.  

Along with congratulating the new and reelected members of the legislative, they hope to see public education remain a top priority for years to come.  

A 51-year-old man from Quebec is facing several charges from a human trafficking investigation that began in Dundurn conducted by Saskatchewan RCMP’s Human Trafficking and Counter Exploitation Unit (HTCEU), part of the Saskatchewan Enforcement Response Teams (SERT), and Saskatoon RCMP Detachment. 

On Wednesday, October 23, Saskatoon RCMP were dispatched to a business on a report of a kidnapping.  

Saskatchewan residents will be heading to the polls once again in the near future for the Civic Elections. 

Some communities won't have to worry about voting for a new mayor due to only one candidate vying for the position. 

Communities had their races for Mayor decided by acclamation. 

Wakaw – Michael Markowski   

Bruno- Dale Glessman