Local Arts

Drainage planning and work along Dracup Avenue is being fast-tracked following a unanimous decision by Yorkton Council Monday.

The Medieval sport of jousting is having a rebirth, and those attending last week's Grain Millers Harvest Showdown in the city had a chance to see why with daily performances by the Knights of Valour.

Early in the twentieth century, Yorkton men who had served in the Boer Wars of the 1880s and 1890s began planning for the establishment of a local militia.

Notary Public and Commissioner of Oath fees are on the rise at City Hall in Yorkton. "The City of Yorkton has on staff a Notary Public and three Commissioner for Oaths.

Sunday's Sask-atchewan Junior Hockey League game at the Farrell Agencies Arena will be about more than who wins between the host Terriers and visiting Kindersley Klippers.

Saskatchewan Multiculturalism Week (Nov. 17 - 24) was proclaimed by Yorkton Council at its regular meeting Monday.

The late Craig Grunert was one of two recipients of a Farmer Recognition Award at this years Grain Millers Harvest Showdown. Grunert's wife Sherry said accepting the award was an emotional moment for her.

Hundreds of kids dressed up and hit the streets for free candy October 31.

The Western Financial YRHS Female Student of the Month for September 2013 is Emma Kerr. Emma is a grade 11 student who attends to her responsibilities with dedication and focus.

Come out and show your support for Evelyn Loster - Steak Nite Fundraiser, Sat., Nov. 16, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m., 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Tapps Bar. Raffle draws, 50/50 draws. All proceeds from raffle & 50/50 go towards Evelyn's family medical expenses.