Humboldt Journal

EAST CENTRAL — People can still adopt animals from the two SPCA shelters in east central Saskatchewan, but the adopters have to be pre-approved first.

Eviction hearings related to missed or late rent, as well as other non-urgent claims, have been suspended immediately.

There needs to be standards set by the provincial government to protect frontline workers employed at essential businesses, said the Saskatchewan NDP’s leader.

Canada Post has made changes at its post offices as it deals with the pandemic. Many of the post offices will open one hour later and close one hour earlier to allow employees to clean and restock.

Anybody who was at the Lakeland Snowmobile Club Wilderness Rally Supper in Christopher Lake on March 14 between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. needs to self-isolate immediately, the Saskatchewan Health Authority said.

NIPAWIN — The Nipawin Kinsmen are offering assistance to get groceries and supplies for community members who are in self-isolation.

Only certain businesses can remain open, according to new anti-COVID-19 restrictions released by provincial government. As of Thursday, March 26, businesses that aren’t on the province’s allowed business list cannot provide public-facing services.

Saskatchewan has 14 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of March 25, bringing the total to 86 confirmed cases. The number of cases in central Saskatchewan, excluding Saskatoon, has stayed at eight.

NIPAWIN — In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Nipawin council meetings will be temporarily conducted through conference calls. At the present time, only time sensitive items will be discussed by Nipawin council.

Ottawa revises plans for direct financial support to Canadians, turning two benefits into one benefit