Local Arts

I was not overly surprised to see the results of our poll question from the December 19 edition of Yorkton This Week. We asked: Are the courts too soft in sentencing? Visitors to our website answered with a resounding 'yes.

Royal Ford recently presented the Yorkton Regional High School with a $1900 cheque, and the Yorkton United FC Soccer Club with a $2900 cheque.

Sometimes the best games are just mindless fun. NHL Fastrack is one of those games. Not a new idea, Fastrack first appeared a few years ago, the NHL version puts the hockey spin on things, and in this case it fits pretty well as a pasted-on theme.

In what has become an almost daily occurrence in Yorkton recently, local First Nations people marched down Broadway Street last week to protest federal government treatment of indigenous peoples.

Saskatchewan Provincial Parks had a great 2012 and planning for a successful 2013 season is underway. The 2013 season will begin with the seasonal camping application process opening online at www.saskparks.net on Monday, January 7.

During the holidays, a lot of us spend a lot of time worrying about gifts... trying to find that perfect gift for people we love. I want to do something different this year in the Christmas message.

The Saskatchewan Government is doing more to help families save for their children's post secondary education.

Denied Good Spirit School division's insurance provider has cut off flood coverage for Yorkton Regional High School.

Christmas day may be a holiday for most, but there are still those who seek food and fuel services on Dec. 25. "We'll be getting information requests before Christmas," said Yorkton Tourism manager Randy Goulden.

Hello, I'm John Nilson, Leader of the New Democratic Party Caucus in the Saskatchewan Legislature. It is easy to be distracted by how busy the holidays can be, but my wish for all of you is a joyful festive season spent with those you love most.