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Accessible playground for city

Yorkton will soon have a wheelchair accessible play structure following a unanimous decision of Yorkton Council Monday.
Princess Alice in Royal Canadian Air Force uniform, circa 1942

Princess Alice in Royal Canadian Air Force uniform, circa 1942

In March 1942, airwomen arrived at the Yorkton Flying School #11, under command of Section Officer Jean Taylor, with Assistant Section Officer Robinson.
New Finland marks anniversary

New Finland marks anniversary

A dual anniversary passed recently southeast of city. It was a celebration of culture and faith for a unique group among our earliest settlers, yet it is one that most are probably not aware exists at all. On Aug. 3, people gathered at St.
Futuristic game fights against radiation

Futuristic game fights against radiation

Well after a few weeks of trying to offer game activities to get us all out in the summer sunshine, it's time to get back to the more traditional gaming table.

Efforts positive for surgery times

The Saskatchewan Surgical Initiative and surgical teams across the province have continued their effort to improve outcomes for patients by providing surgeries sooner.
AFSA launches Gardeners' Market

AFSA launches Gardeners' Market

Produce doesn't get any fresher, more nutritious, or more affordable than straight from your own garden.
Opening Ceremonies June 11, 1941

Opening Ceremonies June 11, 1941

Yorkton Mayor Charles A. Peaker took part in the opening ceremonies of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan Flying Training School No. 11. He is seen here making a speech.

Celebrate history

A chance to celebrate history-and make it-is the goal of the August 24 Olde Tyme Harvest in Langenburg, Sask.
Sunflower set for September

Sunflower set for September

This year marks the 35th SUNFLOWER since its start in 1979. A smorgasbord of quality fine art and fine craft is offered by the 150 or so artists and artisans from near and far that set up shop in Yorkton's Gallagher Centre.
Chinese crackdown of test cheats

Chinese crackdown of test cheats

- As many as 50 exam monitors were forced to take cover at a high school in Zhongxiang, China, in June, fending off outraged students (and some parents) who hurled insults and stones at them after the monitors blocked cheating schemes on the all-impo
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