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Melfort RCMP reported that responders attended a single semi rollover on Highway 6 north of Watson. The incident occurred on October 17 at approximately 10:20 am.

The driver was the lone occupant of the vehicle. He was transported to hospital with injuries reported to be non-life threatening. 

The semi was hauling a chemical reported to be anhydrous ammonia, but the tanker did not breach, and no chemical was spilled or released. The public was not in danger at any point in time due to the incident. The road is open to regular traffic.

RCMP is seeking help in locating a pair of suspects responsible for a break and enter in the RM of Invergordon north of Humboldt.  

Melfort RCMP are investigating an attempted break and enter that occurred to a rural property in the RM of Invergordon on October 10, 2024 at about 7:00 am.  

Residents in Wadena and area will benefit from enhanced access to emergency room (ER) services with the launch of the virtual physician program at the Wadena Hospital. 

A release from the Saskatchewan Health Authority states this virtual strategy is a temporary measure to address the immediate medical needs of patients presenting to the ER in Wadena when local physicians are not available to provide on-site coverage. 

Oh no! The Museum’s Clock Tower has been enchanted by an evil Wizard and you have one hour to solve the Wizards’ puzzles, foil his evil plan, and save the Tower!

Get into the spirit of “spooky season” with a fun escape room at the Museum, which will run twice so both kids and adults can get in on the fun. The Escape Room for kids aged 10 to 16 will be from 5:45pm to 7:15pm on Thursday, October 24 and the version for adults will be from 6:45pm to 8:15pm on Friday, October 25.

SaskPower has announced there will be a planned power outage that will affect residents of Humboldt Lake and the surrounding area on Thursday, October 17. 

The power outage will occur between 9am-2pm and will affect customers on the 0 Block of Pape Dr and the rural customers southeast of Humboldt. 

SaskEnergy is warning customers of an email scam asking them to update their account information online. 

The Corporation is reminding customers not to click on suspicious links. For questions about your bill or your account, go directly to the SaskEnergy app or saskenergy.com. 

The City of Humboldt has announced the dates and locations for the Advance Polls for the 2024 Municipal Election.  

Friday November 1- St. Mary’s Villa (1109 13th Street)                                   10am-3pm 

Tuesday, November 5- Jubilee Hall (Humboldt Uniplex 619 7th Stree            1pm-9pm 

It was a fast turnaround both in terms of time and performance for the Humboldt  Broncos this past weekend as they split their home and home against the  Battlefords North Stars.  

On Friday in the away game, the Broncos fell short in an 8-6 loss. Jacob Strizzi,  Gabreil Fillion and Josh Sale all pocketed a pair on the Broncos side, but the North  Stars took advantage of defensive gaps when they had to. 

Well over 1000 athletes, coaches, parents and volunteers gathered in the hills north of Dixon for this year’s SHSAA Cross Country Provincial Meet hosted by the Carlton Trail Ski Club. 

It certainly isn’t the first time the trails have seen action as a cross-country venue, but its central location, challenging features, and volunteer support have made it one of the premier running courses for high school events.  

The Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation has an important and timely message for motorists.

As autumn marks the breeding season for both moose and deer, these animals are on the move, actively seeking mates and exploring new territories.