Humboldt Journal

Fire fighting in northern Saskatchewan is still ongoing, with personnel prioritizing protecting communities. A call for volunteer firefighters brought 300 people to be trained and added to the crews already fighting.

Any kids in the region wanting to learn some new art techniques can look no further than the Humboldt & District Gallery. This summer, kids aged 7-12 can register for any number of art classes, from finger knitting to fabric collage.

The summer sport camps have started up in Humboldt again, with six choices of sports for kids to participate in.

Hammerheads in Assiniboia The Humboldt Hammerheads were on a southern road trip this weekend, with stops in Assiniboia on July 11, and Weyburn on July 12. The weather caused both meets to be cancelled before all the events were finished.

STRASSER: Trevor October 24, 1984 – July 7, 2015 It is with profound sadness that the family of Trevor Strasser of Saskatoon, SK (and formerly of Bruno, SK) announces his sudden passing at Saskatoon, on Tuesday, July 7, 2015. He was 30 years of age.

ECKL: Ryan The sudden and unexpected death of Ryan Eckl, 50 years of Humboldt, occurred on Wednesday, July 1, 2015. Ryan was born in Humboldt on March 16, 1965 to Rodger and Marjorie (nee Moorman) Eckl.

SHERVEN: William Gerald September 14, 1932 – May 23, 2015 It is with profound sadness that I come to you with the news of Bill Sherven’s passing. Bill passed quietly in St. Mary’s Villa in the early hours of Saturday, May 23, 2015.

Reddit is imploding on itself right now and no one knows what to do with themselves. The situation on the site right now just illustrates the entitlement and overblown view the community members (Redditors) have of themselves.

Not too long ago, there was a mini public debate going on in Etobicoke, Ont. that reached as far as western Canada about what people – mainly women – can and should wear.

The Humboldt Hammerheads were successful in a pair of meets last weekend. The swim team competed outdoors in Nipawin and inside at the Northern Lights Palace in Melfort. Head coach Leisl Lefebvre said that overall the weekend was a success.