Local Arts

They governed us before we became a Province in 1905. This group pictured in Regina in 1886 consists of members of the North West Territories Legislative Assembly and one page-boy.

The Yorkton Public Library has launched a new program designed to give older books a new home and to promote the sharing of the written word. The program is called 'Take me, Read me, Leave me', explained Chief Librarian Meagan Richards.

Mother Nature may have dealt a torrential downpour on Friday evening, but that didn't dampen the spirits of 14,000 music fans at the sold-out Dauphin's Countryfest. Starting at about 5:30 p.m.

The bush party. For generations, it has been a rite of passage for many teenagers. It has also been a perennial nuisance to police and owners of the land where many of these events take place.

At the present time there is no resident bus at the Yorkton and District Nursing Home. The bus failed its safety inspection in May of 2013, and has been off the road since that time.

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment needs your help to prevent stowaways from entering the province's lakes and waterways this summer.

The Water Security Agency (WSA) is advising the public that fast moving water, wind and wave action, and floating debris can create significant problems in flooded areas on both the water and the shoreline of lakes.

I discovered Santorini on the Board Game Geek (BGG) website many months ago, and was immediately taken with it. To start, being designed by Canadian Gordon Hamilton was a plus. I love the idea of supporting a fellow-Canuck in his efforts.

New Horizons Friday Night Dance, 78 First Ave. North, Yorkton, Sk. Great night of dancing. Every one is welcome. Lunch is included. Time: 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Music by Ed Hicki, July 18; Old Country Lads, July 25. Music suject to change.

A 32-year-old Regina man received a two-year conditional sentence in Yorkton court July 14 for trafficking marijuana.