Local Arts

On Feb. 21, the Yorkton Coop Food Store held a celebration to mark their new renovations. During the 'Renovation Celebration' $1.00 from ever cake sold was donated to the Yorkton Nursery School Co-operative.

Two artists with a Yorkton-connection have been awarded grants from the Saskatchewan Arts Board. Media artist Daniel Redenbach, formerly of Yorkton, and now in Toronto, ON.

It's not easy being a stand-up comic, but for Leland Klassen it is the career that he was drawn too. "Comedians are a strange mix of guys with huge egos, but yet horribly insecure," said Klassen, who grew up in Prince Albert.

A 38-year-old Saltcoats man remains in custody this week on new charges related to a sexual interference case currently before the courts. Nathan Penner was originally charged with sexual interference and invitation to sexual touching in August 2013.

What has 140,000 legs and rides all over Saskatchewan? The Heart&Stroke Foundation Big Bike! The Heart and Stroke Foundation is inviting any persons or groups from across the province to join the more than 70,000 participants pedaling to help cre

Yorkton Council moved Monday to streamline local authority in terms of information and protection of privacy.

A drop in potash revenue means the government will dip into the province's rainy day fund to maintain a balanced budget. The 2013-14 Third Quarter Financial Report released today shows General Revenue Fund (GRF) revenue is down $144.

The Canadian Pork Council (CPC) and the Canadian Cattlemen's Association (CCA) congratulate the Canadian team defending their interests in the U.S.

The corporate structure of Maple Farm Equipment saw a major change announced last week. Jim Pattison Group (JPG) is now a partner in Maple Farm Equipment.

Jerry Seinfeld got big laughs when he observed that studies show people fear public speaking more than death. "That means to the average person, if you have to go to a funeral, you're better off in the casket than doing the eulogy," he quipped.