Humboldt Journal

Breaking up Google and Facebook into smaller companies is something I’ve wanted to see for years. Now, in the United States, the country where those two companies are based, serious discussion has turned to doing just that.

HUMBOLDT — This year’s citizen of the year isn’t a single person. It goes to all who offered support, assistance and comfort in the aftermath of the Humboldt Broncos bus tragedy.

HUMBOLDT — When Nathan Tremblay faced unexpected demand for a sweater he designed, his reaction exemplified why he was selected as 2019 junior citizen of the year.

EAST CENTRAL — Cumberland College and Parkland College have launched their search for a joint CEO. Cumberland College’s CEO, Tom Weegar, had resigned for a new job opportunity, while Parkland’s CEO retired.

TISDALE — The Tisdale Trojans are now fighting for a spot in the Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League finals. The No. 2-seeded Trojans and the No. 3 Saskatoon Blazers started their best-of-five semifinals in Tisdale on Tuesday night.

HUMBOLDT — None of Humboldt’s three grocery stores are thinking about expanding downtown, but home delivery could be an option.

MELFORT — Residents of the Creekside Community subdivision in Melfort returned to council to show opposition to further bylaws that would allow for residential developments in their community. MI Developments Ltd.

HUMBOLDT — The Saskatchewan Trappers Association is celebrating its 50th anniversary in Humboldt. It will be hosting its annual convention at the Humboldt Unipex this weekend, from March 15 to 17.

EAST CENTRAL — As part of its disbursement of donations, the HumboldtStrong Community Foundation gave $1.15 million to east central communities. Humboldt received $800,000; Tisdale, Melfort and Nipawin $100,000 each; and Zenon Park $50,000.

EAST CENTRAL — The North East SPCA is planning their grand opening of their new shelter in the fall. “We’re planning to have a banquet kind of thing with speakers and the whole deal,” said Pat Shiels, board chair with the North East SPCA.