Local Arts

In terms of chess variants there are, in my mind, three elements players generally consider. The first is the overall theme of a variant.

For 40 years, the sound of snowmobiles has been a welcome noise in Yorkton, as riders have gathered to raise money for Easter Seals.

Young or old, big or small, a good toy can be enjoyed by all. The Yorkton Farm Toy Show is built on that idea, and again this year displays, vendors and a wide variety of toys of all sizes were on display at the event.

In the fall of 1864, representatives of the Canadas, then the Provinces of Lower Canada (Québec) and Upper Canada (Ontario) boarded the brand new steamer “QUÉBEC” on the St Lawrence River to attend a conference in Charlottetown Prince Edward Island.

Those wanting a few hearty laughs should mark Feb. 24, on their calendars and plan a night out at Joe Beeverz Bar and Grill in the city where stand-up comedian Mike Dumbra will be performing.

On this day in history, in 1965, Canada officially adopted the Maple Leaf as the country’s flag.

Many generous friends of live performance have stepped up to support the revitalization of the Annne Portnuff Theatre at Yorkton Regional High School.

In January 2017, Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate dropped from 6.6 per cent in December to 6.4 per cent in January (seasonally adjusted). Saskatchewan had the fourth lowest unemployment rate among the provinces.

Education is about giving kids possibilities, and encouraging kids to have an interest in science can open up possibilities in their future.

Five reasons to open an RRSP A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is an account, registered with the federal government, that you use to save for retirement. There are a number of benefits to saving in an RRSP. 1.