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The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, announced the Harper government is taking steps to increase the accessibility and affordability of post-secondary education.

The Health Foundation is very pleased to be able to announce that Information Services Corporation (ISC) is returning as the sponsor of the Learn to Run clinics.

Coinciding with the 20th anniversary of Parkland Victims Services, the provincial government announced April 25 a $128,000 funding increase for the local victims organization.

The DRA (Dubuc Recreation Association) ladies catered to the Hedstrom Auction Sale on Sunday supplying the auction patrons with refreshments. The day was not very spring-like with an awfully cold wind blowing.

The Saskatchewan Transportation Company (STC) is offering seniors the opportunity to explore Saskatchewan at a great price. Throughout the month of May, seniors 60+ will be able to ride anywhere along the STC network for only $10 one-way.

The Western Financial Male YRHS Student of the month for March 2013 is Daniel Mandziuk. Daniel is a grade 12 student who adds a lot to the YRHS with his positive outlook and his goal oriented approach to his future.

The Yorkton Regional High School Robotics Club is once again Saskatchewan champion in the Skills Canada competition.

With some communities across the province dealing with flooding and many others facing the risk, SGI CANADA is providing information on what to do in the event of a sewer backup claim or flood damage to a vehicle.

This rather fancy looking booklet measuring 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches was issued by the Travellers' Aid Committee of the Women's Christian Temperance Union (W.C.T.U.) in 1914.

It's Emergency Preparedness Week and Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) wants to help Canadians better prepare for severe weather and other potential emergencies to protect their families, homes and businesses.