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2024 will be marked as a year of transition and a homecoming for the Humboldt Broncos.  

The biggest story for the team off the ice occurred during the summer, when Scott Barney stepped down as the team’s head coach to become the head coach for the Sudbury Wolves of the Ontario Hockey League. 

The Paris Olympics and Paralympics took centre stage in Humboldt throughout the month of August. Take a look at some of the top stories for the month.

The town of Lanigan is reflecting on a year of significant growth and positive change, with new projects and developments paving the way for an exciting future. From the construction of a new school to the expansion of healthcare services, the community has made impressive strides. As the town looks ahead to 2025, Mayor Tony Mycock, is focused on further expansion while preserving the small-town charm that defines Lanigan.

"Some of the highlights for this year would be, we've got the new school being built," said Mycock, "so that's a huge addition for our community." 

The first full month of summer brought plenty of news in different sectors including local housing, nursing education and the Broncos. There was also a couple of popular of car shows to end the month. 

Here's a look back at some of the top stories in July.

The Humboldt Early Years Family Resource Centre (HEYFRC) continues to be a valuable resource for families with children aged 0 to 5. Trish Maxwell, superintendent of learning for the Horizon School Division, emphasized the importance of the center, describing it as "a wonderful early childhood environment that offers a variety of support to families." 

The FRC serves as a great place for kids to socialize, and parents can connect in the spacious and stimulating environment. 

It was a busy month of June in the Humboldt and surrounding area with plenty of celebrations along with some significant weather events. Here's a look back at some of the highlights in June.

The Humboldt Regional Newcomer Centre (HRNC) is reflecting on a year of growth, community connection, and cultural programming, with a focus on reconciliation and support for newcomers to the region. 

Janine Hart, Executive Director of the HRNC, shared her pride in the organization's achievements throughout 2024, emphasizing the center's commitment to fostering collaboration between newcomers and Indigenous peoples.  

One of the first acts STARS air ambulance service will undertake in the new year is to welcome a new president and CEO. STARS has announced that Dr. John Froh will be stepping into the role of president and CEO of STARS effective Jan. 20, 2025. 

Safe Communities Humboldt works with various community and regional organizations to educate and promote around issues of safe behaviours. This year, the organization saw record attendance at their safety events and the launch of new initiatives aimed at educating the community about critical safety issues. Amanda Hauber, Director of Safe Communities Humboldt, shared her excitement about the positive impact the programs have had in 2024. 

The Humboldt Good Neighbour Store is celebrating another successful year of giving back to the community. The store, now in its 32nd year of operation, distributed a total of $463,000 to 61 local organizations in 2024, bringing its total donations since its inception to an impressive $5 million. This accomplishment is a reflection of the continued dedication of the store’s volunteers, community donors, and supporters.