Humboldt Journal

A $252-million federal aid package aimed at the agriculture industry is not enough, said a group of farming and ranching organizations.

TISDALE— The Tisdale Museum’s Canada Day festivities have been cancelled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The museum’s Canada celebration has become a signature event in Tisdale, since starting in the late 1980s.

Premier Scott Moe announced on Wednesday the province will be investing $7.5 billion over two years in a capital plan focused on stimulating Saskatchewan’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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MELFORT— The City of Melfort has put out a press release, advising residents that garage and yard sales are not permitted under the current health order.

A staff member at the Meadow Lake Hospital has a confirmed case of COVID-19. Dr. Mandiangu Nsungu, a medical health officer with the Saskatchewan Health Authority, declared an outbreak at the hospital the evening of May 5.

CARROT RIVER— The Town of Carrot River has released details of how to vote at the May 8 byelection to decide their new mayor. On the ballot are Ila Boehm, a current councillor, and Brock Irvine, who works in park maintenance.

Gas tax contributions to be used for shortfall

An award created to honour Dayna Brons’ legacy has been presented to a community-minded goalie with the Charlottetown Islanders.

EAST CENTRAL — Royal Canadian Legions across the region are dealing with cancelled events and lost fundraising dollars while still supporting their members and having to pay their bills.