Humboldt Journal

BERGOT: Rolande Aselina September 13, 1924 - August 7, 2014 Rolande A. Bergot, eldest daughter of Francois and Eugenie (nee Robin) Bergot passed away peacefully in her sleep August 7 th , 2014 in St. Brieux's Chateau Providence Special Care Home.

GIBNEY: Violet Lillian September 17, 1924 - August 15, 2014 The passing of Mrs. Violet (nee Wheatley) Gibney, formerly of Drake, SK, occurred on August 15, 2014, at Central Parkland Lodge, Lanigan, SK, at the age of 89, with her family at her side.

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor [email protected] It arrived by train shipment in 1917. It has weathered every storm, every winter, and every spring for nearly a century and still remained strong.

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor [email protected] Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, or so the saying goes. If so, a group of seven kids were definitely complimenting some artwork with their posing spoofs on Aug. 13.

It's almost the end of summer, but Humboldt kids are still trying to get in as many activities as possible before it's back to school time. And one of those activities is the annual diving clinic offered at the Humboldt Aquatic Centre.

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor [email protected] Broncos fans can stop holding their breath since Ryan Smith was recently announced as the new coach.

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor [email protected] As many people may have already heard, Kenny Shields has fallen ill and so will not be performing at this week's Streetfest.

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor [email protected] After a week of practice, 27 kids between the ages of seven and 12 gave a musical performance about friendship in the jungle on Aug. 15.

Like many other people lately, I was talking to a couple friends about the recent death of Robin Williams. Unsurprisingly, the sad irony of the situation was not lost on us.

By Robin Tarnowetzki Journal Staff Reporter [email protected] Six musicians from Humboldt and area performed for three judges and a roomful of people in the hopes of becoming a finalist in the Sound Cheque Showcase this past weekend.