Local Arts

Export sales in Saskatchewan were up 14.3 per cent in March 2010 when compared with March 2009, the third highest percentage increase among the provinces and well ahead of the 7.7 per cent recorded on a national basis.

On Saturday, May 15th the Free My Muse Theatre Company presented their 10th youth play production, "The Frog Prince" at the Anne Portnuff Theatre in Yorkton. Free My Muse Theatre Company put on both a 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm show.

On Sunday, May 16 the Purina Walk for Dog Guides took place in Bredenbury at the Lions Den. 2010 marks the 25th anniversary of the Purina Walk for Dog Guides, and the 2nd year the walk has been held in Bredenbury.

Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall, British Columbia Premier Gordon Campbell and Alberta Premier Ed Stelmach will lead a joint trade mission to China and Japan to promote trade and commerce opportunities between Western Canada and Asia.

Social Services Minister Donna Harpauer has proclaimed May 2010 as Missing Children's Month in Saskatchewan.

The Saskatchewan Transportation Company (STC) released its 2009 Annual Report .

Canadian children and youth once again received a failing grade this year for physical activity. Their example is no doubt set by the many adults who live sedentary lives.

An artist's conception of the Yorkton Memorial Boulevard as it appears when completed.

Sunrise Health Region announced last week that it will decrease spending by $2.86 million to balance their budget. No facilities will be closed, however, staff changes will reduce spending on salaries.

One out of every ten individuals in Canada lives with a serious communication disorder affecting their speech, language or hearing.