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Canadian gas prices reasonable

Canadians are willing to drive further if it means getting a good price on gas, according to a new poll released by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA), as it launched a new online service that allows Canadians to better inform themselves about

City package recognized by EDAC

The City of Yorkton has won two Marketing Canada Awards from the Economic Development Association of Canada (EDAC).

Minimum wage climbs

Effective Oct. 1, 2014, Saskatchewan's minimum wage will increase to $10.20 from $10 per hour. Since 2007, Saskatchewan's minimum wage has increased by 28.3 per cent, with six increases from $7.95 to $10.20 over the past seven years.
Violin legacy

Violin legacy

James Huziak was a man with a rather unusual hobby. He was a luthier, who lived in Yorkton, for years creating amazing violins. "That's what he did for a hobby," said son Jim Huziak, likening it to someone collecting stamps.
Collegian Terriers face-off

Collegian Terriers face-off

When the University of Saskatchewan lock-up with the University of Regina in men's hockey this season, as they did Saturday in Regina, it is almost like a Yorkton Terrier Junior 'A' alumni contest.

Melville hospital concern addressed

The Sunrise Health Region Board has approved an additional investment to correct a potential issue at St. Peter's Hospital and Melville and District Health Centre. When the combined building "was built onto the St.
Immigration hall

Immigration hall

The photo shows the Immigration Hall with numerous tents set up nearby to accommodate Doukhobor immigrants upon their arrival in 1898. An Immigration Hall was generally built by the railway company, or by the Department of the Interior.
Volunteer award

Volunteer award

The Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA) recently presented their volunteer awards for southern Saskatchewan at their Regional Annual Awards Ceremony.
Donation

Donation

Richardson Pioneer is pleased to support the Springside Fire Department in Springside, Saskatchewan with a $10,000 donation towards a new set of Jaws of Life.
College promotes essential skills

College promotes essential skills

Friday, as part of the nationally marked Essential Skills Day Parkland College hosted an open house. Employers and community agencies were welcome to attend the event to get information on essential skills.
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