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Despite the challenges of a full-blown COVID-19 pandemic that has halted campaigning, there has been some endorsement news from the Conservative leadership race this week. Battlefords-Lloydminster MP Rosemarie Falk has announced she is endorsing Dr.

HUMBOLDT — The Humboldt Historic Campground is delaying its opening until further notice.

Leader of the Official Opposition Ryan Meili has called for a united front in the continued battle against COVID-19.

HUMBOLDT — A green shirt serves to remind people that what’s inside them – literally – could save lives On April 7, 2018, Logan Boulet died from his injuries as a result of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash the day before.

Some long-time Battlefords area businesses are managing to continue operating while adapting to social distancing and a drop in customer traffic during the COVID-19 pandemic. Battleford Furniture Ltd.

As of April 7, Saskatchewan has seven new, confirmed cases of COVID-19, bringing the provincial total to 260. One hundred and sixty-nine of the cases are considered active. Seven more people have recovered, bringing the provincial total to 88.

Additional six months

The COVID-19 pandemic is having an impact on those just entering the legal profession. Normally, newly graduated law students take articling positions of a 12-month duration prior to passing the bar and becoming lawyers.

CARROT RIVER — Regular voting for Carrot River’s new mayor has been rescheduled for Friday, May 8. The byelection was originally planned for Wednesday, March 25, but due to pandemic measures it had to be cancelled.

MELFORT— All City of Melfort utility disconnects and late charges have been suspended until Sept. 30. Bill reminders will continue to be sent to residents. This was passed by Melfort council in a Zoom conference meeting on April 6.