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** Update

RCMP have arrested Drayden Mcadam on Big River First Nation.

The dangerous person alert issued by the Saskatchewan RCMP for the Big River First Nation area has been cancelled. There is not believed to be a heightened risk to public safety at this time.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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After 11 years, numerous failed attempts, and the use of heavy-duty equipment, an excavator that had become a quirky landmark in east-central Saskatchewan was finally removed from the icy grip of Quill Lakes. 

In light of the tragic automobile collision on Friday, July 11 which injured a local individual, community members have reached out to support the injured victim. 

Stuart Portaves of Humboldt posted the following GoFundMe page. The content is reprinted with permission of the injured individual and Stuart Portaves. 

**Update Tuesday, July 14 11:45 am**

Further details have emerged from the collision that happened on Friday morning in Humboldt. 

A 35-year-old male from Humboldt died following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 11th Avenue and Main Street.  

An investigation determined that at approximately 11:00 am, a car and an SUV collided.  

With the repairs of watermain break, a drinking water advisory has been issued for the 900, 1000 and 1100 blocks of 10th Street.  

Affected residents have been issued yellow notices.  

The City of Humboldt apologizes for any inconvenience.  

Wadena RCMP are currently searching for three children that were last seen this morning (Thursday, March 27) at 8:30 am at Quill Lake School. 

The female children are aged 13 and 11. The 11-year-olds are twins.  

Police are in the community investigating.  

If you have seen these children, you’re asked to contact the Wadena RCMP at 310-RCMP.

It’s time to rally and support Humboldt and area’s own. Craig and Heather Stomp are strong community supporters, volunteers, and exemplary ambassadors for Humboldt and the area. A recent diagnosis requires community assistance through Go Fund Me. 

The following document was prepared by Heather’s cousin Anne Ramler and is reprinted here with the consent of the family and Go Fund Me.  

The Humboldt/Lanigan RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an individual of interest.  

On March 5, Humboldt RCMP were notified that an elderly female went inside of a business on the 600 block of Main Street and left with a piece of clothing. The female was located on surveillance video. An image is located below.

If you dress for the temperature and make sure you’ve got shelter breaks in place, then this weekend is a great time to try a little ice fishing. 

Free Fishing Weekend is on during this long weekend across Saskatchewan. This weekend, no license is required to fish on Saskatchewan’s many lakes that allow sport fishing. All usual regulations are in effect, including angling limits. If fish are bound out of the province, then a valid Saskatchewan angling license is required.  

As a part of Monday’s Executive Committee meeting for Humboldt City Council, the Protective Services report was presented. 

Director of Protective Services Mike Kwasnica reported that January was a busy month for the Fire Department as they responded to eight incidents. There were also 11 fire inspections.