Local Arts

The City of Yorkton is about to embark on a process to determine the best course to replace the Kinsmen Arena, which is coming to the end of its expected lifespan.

The Yorkton Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 1527 has a new six-year contract.

Yorkton’s emergency services responded to an incident on Smith St. on the morning of Sept. 18 where a car went through trees and into a back yard. One vehicle was involved in the incident, and a single person was sent to the hospital.

A huge two-day rummage sale was held at St. Gerard’s Parish Hall last week. The annual sale attracts large crowds each year, including a line-up waiting for the doors to open, each person hoping to find a treasure among the tables full of items.

Sonja Pawliw wishes she could find more room in her house. At the moment, her home is stuffed with paintings, mosaics, and other projects. She’s filled every square inch with art.

Ron Thompson’s latest book is a two-fold homecoming. Narratively, it tells the story of returning to your original community and confronting the past. For Thompson, writing the novel was a chance to reflect on and celebrate his home province.

Casual and passionate car fans filled the Yorkton Crossing parking lot on Sept. 9 to admire a small collection of vintage vehicles.

Over 100 nominations have been received for the 13th Celebrate Success Business Awards hosted by the Yorkton Chamber of Commerce. Donna Brothwell, Chair of the Celebrate Success Committee is pleased with the number of nominations.

St. Andrew’s United Church held its annual fall rummage sale last week. The fundraiser was an opportunity to find just the right item that someone else no longer needed, and there were a huge variety of such items.

After a busy and successful summer, MP Cathay Wagantall is ready to jump back into the political fracas in Ottawa next week. “It’s been a really profitable [summer],” she said. “Good mix of work.