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Musical funerals the norm

Musical funerals the norm

"Traditional Taiwanese funerals (combine) somber mourning with louder, up-tempo entertainment to fire up grieving spirits," reported BBC News in February. They are tailor-made, in other words, for Ms.

Species survey starts

In what is undoubtedly the largest wildlife survey ever conducted in Saskatchewan, the Royal Saskatchewan Museum (RSM) is launching its Bio-Blitz project this week.
The Stampeders, live in concert

The Stampeders, live in concert

Canadian classic rock trio The Stampeders graced the stage at the Painted Hand Casino Saturday. They entertained a diverse crowd playing all of their hits as well as material from their latest record, Sure Beats Working, released in 1998.
YRHS Robotics club champs again

YRHS Robotics club champs again

A team from Yorkton Regional High School's Robotics Club is once again the national champion of the Skills Canada competition.
Easy lyrics, great sounds

Easy lyrics, great sounds

Pocket Music Sun Rai 7-out-of-10 You can rarely go wrong with a great voice surrounded by smooth and soulful R&B music.

Nature needs more citizen scientists

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is encouraging Canadians this week to become citizen scientists and get involved in taking care of nature up close.

New fire command truck changes

A new command vehicle for the Yorkton Fire Department will be a Chevy, not a Ford as previously reported.

Support income sees increase

The Government of Saskatchewan is following through on a commitment to enhance the quality of life for people with significant and long-term disabilities.
New curriculum ends demo tradition

New curriculum ends demo tradition

A venerable tradition came to an end Friday as Yorkton Regional High School Grade 11 physics students presented science demonstrations for their elementary school counterparts for the last time.
Heritage Day display

Heritage Day display

A Heritage Day display at the Parkland Mall February 16 & 17 in 1998, sponsored by the City of Yorkton Municipal Heritage Advisory Sub-Commission creators of the Archival project.
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