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Harper resigns as mayor of Nipawin

Rennie Harper has resigned her position as mayor of Nipawin, a job she held since 2016. The town confirmed the resignation on July 10, about six weeks after council hired an Alberta company to investi...

Jul 11, 2023

Humboldt Water Tower set to undergo large makeover

The Humboldt Water Tower is set to get a new paint job.It was built back in 1915 and has become a major tourist attraction for the area despite not being operational for roughly 46 years. "When we sen...

Jul 07, 2023

The Melfort Multi K is providing a fun physical challenge for all ages

The Melfort Multi-K is bringing fun to all ages.The annual family race that helps to promote activity in the Northeast is welcoming runners back for the 12th year.The event offers 1k, 5k, 10k, and 21....

Jun 28, 2023

Nipawin extends mayoral investigation timeline

The investigation into the conduct of Mayor Rennie Harper of Nipawin has been extended, the town said in an emailed statement Tuesday."To ensure this investigation is a fair and impartial process, all...

Jun 27, 2023

Village of Love planning to fundraise to save historic community hall

The Village of Love is looking to raise funds to keep its community hall open.Rumours have been circulating that the building has been condemned, however, this is false. The truth is that the hall nee...

Jun 23, 2023

Melfort city hall honours those who have made a difference within the community

The City of Melfort recently presented an additional six Queen Elizabeth Platinum Jubilee Medals to members around the community.Originally, back in January, the city alongside the local MLA awarded m...

Jun 16, 2023

Melfort sees positive jump in COR safety score

The City of Melfort recently had their annual Certificate of Recognition (COR) audit to evaluate the safety management system in place.Melfort received a grade of 96 per cent, up eight per cent from t...

Jun 15, 2023

Early morning fire forces evacuation of 38 residents at Humboldt condo building

UPDATE: The Humboldt and District Fire Department has determined the cause of the fire. It was unintentional and began due to improperly disposed smoking materials on a fourth-floor balcony.The depart...

Jun 02, 2023

Decisions to be made on decommissioning of Town of Nipawin landfill

The Landfill Decommissioning Project is a big topic of discussion for the Town of Nipawin and its council, as decisions are now having to be made on which route will be taken.The town originally took ...

May 31, 2023

Nipawin council hires firm to investigate mayor’s conduct

The details have not been released but the Town of Nipawin has confirmed it will hire an Alberta company to investigate the conduct of Mayor Rennie Harper. The town's chief administrative officer Joel...

May 25, 2023