Local Arts

The Government of Saskatchewan welcomes its newest K9 conservation officer, Jaks and prepares to bid adieux to retiring K9 officer Keela.

Saskatchewan's oil production in 2011 was the second highest on record, according to year-end figures from the Ministry of Energy and Resources. Last year's production was 157.

Yorkton's Housing Committee will continue to work beyond its initial one-year mandate. City Council decided at the February 28, 2011, regular council meeting to establish the Housing Committee. "The tenure of this committee was to be one year.

Sunrise Health Region has entered into a new partnership with the University of Saskatchewan's College of Nursing with the intention of bringing graduate-level educational opportunities to local nurses and improving healthcare practices within the re

The City of Yorkton will make a major purchase to help up-date and improve processes at the Kinsmen Recycling Center in the city.

National Volunteer Week has been unanimously declared by Yorkton Council. "National Volunteer Week pays tribute to the millions of Canadian volunteers who graciously donate their time and energy.

RJM Guiding and Outfitting Inc. of Prince Albert has been convicted in Saskatoon Provincial Court of wasting game and was fined a total of $3,500 under The Wildlife Act Regulations.

A new avenue for local musicians to share their music with the public launches Friday evening in the city. Alyssa Kunkel is organizing an 'Open Mic Night' to be held at 5th Avenue Cup & Saucer.

The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority recently informed the Saskatchewan standardbred and thoroughbred racing sectors that grants they have received for decades and approved for 2012 will be eliminated completely in 2013.

The Yorkton Film Festival (YFF) has announced a new set of awards aimed at recognizing Yorkton citizens, businesses, and organizations that improve the community.