Local Arts

A 22-year-old Cote First Nation man accused of severely beating a two-month-old child has been remanded in custody until October 10. Levar Shingoose appeared in Yorkton Court September 4 on charges of aggravated assault and contempt of court.

Highway crews are repairing and replacing thousands of signs along provincial highways in 2014-15 as part of the government's regular maintenance.

The 2nd Annual Corner-Copia Trade Show at SIGN on Broadway September 5 and 6 featured hand-crafted items, food, clothing, household decor, jewelry, skin care, health and wellness products and much more.

An energetic new show, QUILTY... As Sewn! is waiting for you at community pARTners gallery in the Yorkton Public Library. Colourful quilts and a variety of other works of art by York Colony Quilters Guild is on display from now till late October.

As students return to their post-secondary studies this fall, the provincial government is continuing to provide record support to help make their education accessible and affordable.

A plan by the Yorkton Housing Corporation which would see a new housing development; Fromm Manor constructed on the Southwest Corner of Tupper Avenue and South Front Street is one step closer to go ahead as Council unanimously passed three Bylaw amen

As part of a drainage study being carried out by Associated Engineering, this June's storm event was analyzed. The Report was circulated to Yorkton Council at its regular meeting Monday.

A 23-year-old Yorkton cashier has received a suspended sentence for stealing almost $3,000 from her employer. Neha Shah pleaded guilty to two counts of theft from Walmart in Yorkton Provincial Court on September 8.

A new exhibit at the pARTners Gallery in the Yorkton Public Library is a great demonstration of craft taken to a new level. The quilts will be on display until the end of September.

With kids now back to school around the province, September's traffic safety spotlight is highlighting school zone safety in Saskatchewan.