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Momentum keeps building for Biggar’s revitalization project, which landed a big time Hollywood endorsement this past week.

A 24-year-old woman was sentenced to six months in jail followed by a three-month conditional sentence for taking Battlefords RCMP on a high-speed chase last month.

Producers have been working hard in the northeastern region and there has been huge gains in seeding progress for the May 18 to 24 week, with 85 per cent of the crop currently seeded.

Historic relic discovered in old St. Vital Church

LANIGAN — Humboldt-Lanigan RCMP are looking for those responsible for the theft of a 14-foot boat in Lanigan. The theft of the Naden brand boat, which is red and silver with a green interior, took place between April 30 and May 3.

From the province: Even with the prolonged rain experienced across the province over the week, producers were still able to seed throughout all regions.

From the province: Following the release of a record-setting Fall Tender Schedule this past September, the Ministry of Highways is marking May 27 as the unofficial start to the 2021 road construction season.

HUMBOLDT — Humboldt council unanimously passed a motion supporting a regional reconciliation program following the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action.

From the province: The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority (FCAA) is warning investors about iMetals Group, claiming to be based in Spain, and ucMetals Ltd., claiming to be based in the United Kingdom.

From the province: Age Eligibility Eligibility criteria for FIRST DOSES is open to age 12 and older – note that only the Pfizer vaccine has been approved for use with residents aged 12 to 17 .