Local Arts

In the world of board games everybody seems to love a stout dwarf. Yes there might be a few liking haughty elves, but really, dwarfs are just better. So when a game such as Dwar7s Fall comes along it is immediately one worth a look.

Yorktonites chatted with RCMP representatives at a townhall meeting in St. Mary’s Cultural Centre on Oct. 18. Conversations focused on traffic, general concerns, and, of course, the recent legalization of cannabis.

When you are on stage next to some of the biggest names in the business, you can feel like a ghost. Denis Dufresne and Aaron Young, the duo that makes up Ghostboy, chose their name because of how they felt being adjacent to the spotlight.

It’s time to celebrate the best and brightest Yorkton volunteers for their hard work across town. The City of Yorkton is looking for nominations for the first Citizen Recognition Awards program.

Adults and students stuffed a pickup truck to the brim with snacks and meals on Oct. 17 as part of a food drive. 10 Yorkton schools participated in the drive, donating hundreds of bags full of food.

Local writers showed off their skills at the third annual Story Slam. Six competitors read tales about fishing, religion, and other topics.

At businesses across Yorkton, employers are hiring people with disabilities.

The Yorkton Antique Auto Club was the host of the Last Chance Swap Meet and Flea Market, which saw vendors bring a wide range of treasures, including antiques, car parts, toys and comic books, to entice buyers looking for a hidden treasure or a great

Yorkton Fire Protective Services were the hosts of a pancake breakfast on Oct. 10 for Fire Prevention Week.

Council was unanimous in proclaiming the week of Nov. 5-11 as Veterans Week in Yorkton. Pictured, Comrade President Barry Whitehead of the Royal Canadian Legion General Alexander Ross Branch #77 with Mayor Bob Maloney.