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Shortage of doctors in Humboldt

Shortage of doctors in Humboldt

We've heard about it in other communities and now Humboldt is facing the same situation - we are short of doctors. Prior to November 1, 2010, we were functioning reasonably well with the patient flow at the Humboldt Clinic.
Do you really need to know?

Do you really need to know?

Things just aren't the way they used to be. That's a grumble that's often heard in coffee shops. It really shouldn't be grumbled. That things aren't the way they used to be is often a good thing.
A wealth of entertainment opportunities

A wealth of entertainment opportunities

One of the themes of this week's John Cairns' News Watch is the lack of "anything to do" in the Battlefords. It's a common lament, heard not just among young people in this community.
What is the sound of one finger typing?

What is the sound of one finger typing?

When I phoned a few of my editors to say there would be no column last week due to an arm injury, I was immediately riddled with guilt.
Parents, ask your kids for a wish list

Parents, ask your kids for a wish list

It's that time of year again! Santa is making a list, and checking it twice! But how about you parents, do you have a Christmas list? Do you know what your children want for Christmas? You might be able to save yourself some time and money by asking
In dread of the bubble boy syndrome

In dread of the bubble boy syndrome

Story:I hate doctor's offices. Pretty much everyone there is sick and spreading germs. Everything you touch is likely a candidate for a level four biological lab analysis. We were at the paediatrician the other day for Spencer.
Peewee Sharks are golden hosts

Peewee Sharks are golden hosts

The Battleford Peewee Sharks can't be captured and in turn captured the championship of their home tournament on the weekend. Saturday, the Sharks led the tournament off with a convincing 6-0 win over Tisdale.
Riders say thanks to loyal fans

Riders say thanks to loyal fans

As we move closer to Christmas everyone starts to think about the good times ahead with friends and family back home over the holidays. Although they are professional athletes, believe it or not, the Saskatchewan Roughriders are no different.
Gap between middle class and weathy continues to grow

Gap between middle class and weathy continues to grow

Dear Editor My hat is off to William Wardill, who wrote the commentary, "Restore balance between needs and ability to pay," in the Dec. 1 issue of the News-Optimist.
The Northwest is the land of opportunity

The Northwest is the land of opportunity

For this month's News Watch column I thought I would try to do something a little more upbeat. Among the good news stories 小蓝视频 touted by local officials has been the strength of the overall economy.
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