Local Arts

Dust Bowl Howe Gelb 8-out-of-10 I think the purpose of music is often lost with us. Hooks and beats often overpower a meaningful message. Unfortunately for most, their song and their words just won't reach the audience they deserve.

Yorkton Council has approved a tender for development of York Colony Phase II. The project will consist of development of 25.61 hectares for both commercial and residential lots.

A new apartment complex received first reading of a City Zoning Bylaw amendment which will help the process move forward in terms of development.

Yorkton Council had a closer look at a Concept Plan and Serviceability Report for the Yorkton Industrial Subdivision. Planning & Engineering Services has worked with representatives from Potzus Construction Ltd.

The City will be developing a new location to haul snow cleared from Yorkton streets.

Tourism Yorkton recently earned the Gil Carduner Marketing Award at the Saskatchewan Tourism Awards of Excellence. The award is for marketing with a budget of more than $20,000. "I never, ever, ever thought we'd win," offered manager Randy Goulden.

His Excellency, the Right Honourable Vincent Massey, Governor General of Canada being welcomed to Yorkton by His Worship Mayor Dr. M.C. Novak, on the 18th of May 1955. Inspector H.C. Forbes A.D.C.

Landfill rates are on their way up in Yorkton, and they will increase in each of the next three years.

The Yorkton Municipal Airport will see $800,000 invested in maintenance and upgrades thanks to two grants from the provincial and federal governments, plus matching funds from the City.

Royal Lepage Shelter Foundation Gourmet Hot Dog Barbeque - Cornerstone Credit Union Courtyard, Thurs., May 23, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring a friend to lunch and support Shelwin House. Hosted by Royal Lepage Premier Realty.