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Woloschuk gets CCMA nomination

Rob Woloschuk of Performance Promotions in Yorkton, and the music festival he has become synonymous with, are both among the nominees for Canadian Country Music Association awards this year.
Tractor stolen from lot

Tractor stolen from lot

The Yorkton Municipal RCMP Detachment are requesting assistance from the public with the following theft that occurred along Hwy #10 East in Yorkton, Saskatchewan.
Yorkton in bloom

Yorkton in bloom

The owners of the city's most beautiful yards and gardens were revealed at the end of July with the conclusion of the Yorkton in Bloom 2010 Local Grounds Competition.

Tobacco rules

Beginning August 15, the first provision of new tobacco legislation will come into force in Saskatchewan. This legislation is part of The Tobacco Control Amendment Act, 2010 which was passed by the Legislature on May 20, 2010.

Flood relief cabaret set for Aug. 27

A cabaret to raise money for a flood fund in Yorkton has been organized and the list of entertainment is a long one. Set for Friday, Aug. 27 from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Province disaster program changes

In the face of flooded homes and businesses across the province this summer, including the extensive damage caused in Yorkton by the storm July 1, the Saskatchewan government has moved to enhance its disaster assistance program.
Cross-province canoe trip begins

Cross-province canoe trip begins

On August 3, Samuel Carey departed from the Alberta border on his canoe trip across Saskatchewan.
Lane changes

Lane changes

In 2009, Yorkton City Council approved the Cycling Network Plan, which is an initiative of the Yorkton Active Transportation Collaborative.
Fire destroys fitness centre

Fire destroys fitness centre

Yorkton Fire Protective Services responded to two fires nearly on its doorstep last week.

Safety tips for summer traveling

More fatalities occur on Canadian roads during the summer months than at any other time of year, including the winter holiday season. Alcohol, fatigue and aggressive driving are often implicated in these tragedies.