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Dave Atamanchuk has no problem getting his own kids outside. But the Humboldt conservation specialist knows that a lot of kids in Humboldt and area don’t get that opportunity. This was the goal for Ducks Unlimited’s Greenwing Day on Aug. 25.

Learning how to use technology can be stressful, especially when you’re a senior. But Humboldt seniors got the chance to come and try out some new gadgets at the Technology Zoo at the Community Gathering Place hosted by the Wapiti Library on Aug. 28.

The federal and provincial governments pledged $10 million for a new Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence.

MAKWA — A business in Makwa was robbed at gunpoint at about 9 p.m. Tuesday, according to Loon Lake RCMP. Police Police say to males wearing dark clothing, skeleton masks, with one suspect armed with a handgun, entered the business and demanded cash.

Calgary businessman and philanthropist Brett Wilson made another major donation last week. Wilson, who grew up in the Battlefords, announced a donation of $1 million towards the Children’s Hospital in Saskatoon.

The end is coming to free false alarm responses in North Battleford. Starting Oct. 1, new false alarm incident rates come into effect in the city.

Sept. 1 was recognized across Saskatchewan as Provincial Students’ Day across the province as a way of reinforcing the importance of education to the growth and prosperity of the province.

An investigation into the circumstances of a man being injured during his arrest will be carried out by RCMP, who have also asked for an independent observer to be appointed. The investigation stems from an incident Saturday, Aug. 29.

UNITY - Seventeen-year-old Rayel Green took a unique summer break this year. She was one of a group of teenagers who volunteered through the “Me to We” program to help build a school in Nicaragua.

Milestone birthday and anniversary celebrations continue to attract publicity. Blaine Lake Gospel Chapel held a unique celebration Aug. 23 with a celebration honouring the church piano’s 100th birthday.