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The Crop Report for the week of June 11-17 was released by the Provincial Ministry of Agriculture.  

Seeding is virtually completed in the province, with one percent of acres unseeded in Saskatchewan. Frequent rainfall and excess moisture conditions are the causes for the remaining unseeded areas.  

The Humboldt RCMP are asking for assistance with a recent break and enter that occurred in Lanigan.  

On Tuesday, June 11, Humboldt RCMP were dispatched to a Public Building on the 100 block of Buran Street in Lanigan. 

The break and enter occurred between 5:00 p.m., June 7 and 8:00 am, June 11, with the suspects taking a jerry can and a trampoline.  

As part of the extensive walking trail system created by the City of Humboldt, an extension of the trail crosses 1st Street on Humboldt’s east side. That extension connects the trail from the campground to Andreason Rd near the Peavey Mart.  

Of late, residents and walkers have become aware of motorized vehicles such as ATVs and dirt bikes riding on the trail.  

The City of Humboldt announced on Wednesday, June 19th, traffic restrictions will be in place on Highway 5 between 7th Street & 9th Street for pothole patching.

There will be a lane closure in place during the work. The intersection of Highways 5 & 20 will also be placed in a 4-way flash.

These restrictions will be in place from 9 am to approximately 11 am.

During Native Prairie Appreciation Week, the Humboldt and District Museum will be offering free, drop-in guided tours of Original Humboldt. The event also serves as a complement to National Indigenous Peoples Day on Friday, June 21, the nationally recognized day meant to encourage us all to learn more about the rich Indigenous history of this land. 

SGI is teaming up with the Saskatchewan Roughriders to remind Rider fans to find a safe ride to and from Mosaic Stadium. 

In a release, SGI says it’s excited to work together to recognize members of Rider Nation who make the right choice to drive sober and plan ahead. 

Residents in Lanigan and area will have improved access to emergency care. 

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) announced that it is extending the virtual physician program to the emergency department (ED) at the Lanigan Hospital. Through this initiative, residents of Lanigan and the area will benefit from having enhanced access to ED services and continue to receive safe, high-quality, patient-centred care as close to home as possible. 

Get set for another rollicking time filled with music, dance, food and celebration at the 3rd annual Humboldt Music and Food Festival on June 22 and 23 on the Uniplex grounds. From live music and cultural performances to delicious food stalls and interactive games, there's something for everyone to enjoy.  

Humboldt/Lanigan R.C.M.P. are asking for the public’s assistance regarding a theft of cell phone. 

The incident occurred on Wednesday, June 5 at a restaurant 15th block of 8th Avenue in Humboldt. A picture of the suspect, who appears to be a female, can be found above. 

If you have information about this or any other crime, please contact Humboldt RCMP at 306-682-2535 or you may contact Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

The Swift Current 57s provided a tough challenge for the U18 AAA Red Sox on Saturday as the Sox dropped a pair in a couple though contested games. 

In game one, the Red Sox out hit their competition but still fell 2-1. Jarret Rude, Dayne Schommer, Carter Huls, Cam Marshak, Pyror Dyck and Marek Yeager each collected a hit for the Sox.