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Ice bucket challenge vs. #nomakeupselfie

Ice bucket challenge vs. #nomakeupselfie

By Robin Tarnowetzki Journal Staff Reporter If you are alive, you've probably heard of the ice bucket challenge: dump a bucket of water over your head or donate to an ALS charity.

Water disturbance at Walmart

A new water service is being dug for Co-op today, south of Walmart by Carlton Trail. No road closures are anticipated, however water there will be a one to two hour water disturbance for Walmart.
Two shoplifters arrested on Carlton Trail

Two shoplifters arrested on Carlton Trail

More than 30 calls for service were reported to the North Battleford RCMP detachment between 6 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26 and 6 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27.
Wishes do come true

Wishes do come true

By Robin Tarnowetzki Journal Staff Reporter When Braden Nienaber was diagnosed with cancer and had the opportunity to have a wish granted by the Children's Wish Foundation, he wanted only one thing: to spend time with Braden Holtby, a former neighbou
Bringing the World Cup to Humboldt

Bringing the World Cup to Humboldt

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor For just a few days, the Challenger Sports British Soccer Camp gave kids in Humboldt the chance to experience what it's like to be an athlete in the World Cup. From Aug.
Sound Cheque Showcase announces winner

Sound Cheque Showcase announces winner

By Robin Tarnowetzki Journal Staff Reporter The three Sound Cheque Showcase finalists - Princess Dianne David, Jordon Lees, and Alanna Hoesgen - performed at Humboldt Streetfest on Saturday, where the winner was announced.
Behind the red jacket

Behind the red jacket

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor Depending on whom you ask, people either revere the RCMP as the good guys, or fear them as society's wardens; yet much of their real work is done behind a desk or following up on casework.
Electronic meters not so smart

Electronic meters not so smart

By Melanie Jacob Journal Editor After investing millions into the Smart Meter program, SaskPower will have spend another estimated $15 million to replace those same meters due to the fires they caused.
Getting geared up for the firefighter rodeo

Getting geared up for the firefighter rodeo

The time has come for firefighters from various communities to once again get their hoses in line for the annual PotashCorp Fire Fighters Rodeo in the Town of Lanigan on Sept. 13.
Students put on their dancing shoes at intensive workshop

Students put on their dancing shoes at intensive workshop

By Robin Tarnowetzki Journal Staff Reporter Humboldt and area dancers congregated at the Bella Vista Inn to attend the DK Dance Visions' annual intensive workshop from Aug. 19-21.