Local Arts

For years, it was common knowledge that Saskatoon police would sometimes take intoxicated indigenous people for a ride to the edge of town, drop them off and let them find their way home. There was even a name for it, “starlight tours.

There is always room in the cupboard for that game which is simply silly fun that everyone can play on an evening when the goal is fellowship, not in-depth gaming. That is just the spot in a collection for Pass the Pigs from designer David Moffat.

Jack Wruth announced that Re/Max Blue Chip Realty is donating a house valued at $169,900 to The Health Foundation.

To maintain the health of Saskatchewan’s wildlife population, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF) is encouraging hunters to submit heads for Saskatchewan’s Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) testing this hunting season.

“Our Denim and Diamonds Gala was a great evening, raising nearly $40,000,” said Diane Rusnak, Chair of The Health Foundation. “We had 260 guests and raised a lot of money for the new equipment need in the ICU.

The Advisory Committee on Francophone Affairs’ latest report to the Government of Saskatchewan has been received by Provincial Secretary Nadine Wilson.

Hands-on learning

Eating food that you are aware of where it comes from is increasingly something many are aspiring to.

Tastes are changing in terms of what people are seeking out in terms of antiques and collectables. And that means some items are being hotly sought, and others are simply not.

Lieutenant George Franklin Dracup, 128th Canadian Infantry Battalion gave his life for his country July 28, 1917 and is buried at Bailleul Military Cemetery, Bailleul, France. He died of wounds received in action.