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Hub International Limited (Hub), a leading global insurance brokerage, announced on June 4 that it has acquired Cottenie and Gardner Inc. (Cottenie & Gardner), said a release from Hub International. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Flight Sergeant Eric Prestie was named cadet of year during the Preeceville Harvard Air Cadet Squadron annual review at the Preeceville Legion Hall on May 29.

Over the May long weekend, as people get used to sunshine and warmer temperatures, things start to get hot, so to speak, for thousands of snakes near Fort Livingstone.

The body of Dallas Miller of Benito, Man. was recovered by the RCMP Underwater Recovery Team on May 31.

Vandalism at Canora Cemetery Between May 20 and May 28 a tombstone was vandalized at the Canora Cemetery with a permanent marker. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Canora/Sturgis RCMP at 306-563-4700.

The Yorkton SPCA, a non-profit, volunteer run organization, held a fundraising barbeque this weekend. The proceeds go towards the costs of taking care of heartwarming, homeless pets still looking for someone to love them and give them a forever home.

On May 25, an appreciative crowd at the Ukrainian Catholic Hall in Canora enjoyed The Comeback King Show, presented by Canora Wheatland Lioness Club.

After learning about recent detachment statistics and priorities, Kamsack residents had opportunity to discuss any concerns about community policing with Kamsack RCMP members during a town hall session last week.

The Sturgis Composite High School graduates were introduced by Brad Cameron, principal, as they entered the high school gymnasium with their parents during the school’s graduation exercises on May 24. A brief history of their school life was shared.

On June 6, 1944, Toronto’s Allan Bacon was one of thousands of Canadians to arrive by boat on the shores of Juno Beach in Normandy, France. As this year marks the 75th anniversary of D-Day, 99-year-old Bacon is reflecting on that pivotal event.