Local Arts

Since 2007, in celebration of 125 years of Yorkton settlement, and to show readers the importance of archival records in the life of a community and surrounding area, the City of Yorkton Archives presented a column History Corner in this newspaper.

2017 was a hectic year for everybody in Canada. Premier Brad Wall announced his departure from politics, Sears Canada closed its doors, and the federal government weathered accusations of an ethical scandal.

It has been an action packed year in 2017 says Yorkton MLA Greg Ottenbreit. The government had to face down low commodity prices, a tough budget and a change in leadership as Premier Brad Wall stepped down.

Yorkton Mayor Bob Maloney looks back on 2017 as a positive one in terms of business growth in the city. Maloney started with a nod to Save On Foods, which he said was a definite positive as another grocery store in Yorkton.

Yorkton Council proclaimed January as Active Living Month at its regular meeting in December.

As we approach the end of Canada’s 150th year, we also approach the end of the Canada 150 column, our dive into history through our own archives.

The leadership of Saskatchewan’s New Democratic Party is going to be decided in 2018. Trent Wotherspoon wants to be the person to take on the role as leader of the opposition, and then build towards an election win in 2020.

The Yorkton Lions presented a cheque for $10,000 to Ross Fisher, Executive Director of The Health Foundation, at the Lions annual Christmas supper. The donation is for the surgical microscope.

“We are very happy to contribute to our local healthcare and participate in the world around us,” said George Hofer, Manager of the Hutterian Brethren Colony of Crystal Lake.

Frustration with the speed of a case spilled out in Yorkton Provincial Court, as Blain Gaudet waits for trial dates to be set. Gaudet currently faces over 40 charges in relation to a string of robberies in September.