Local News

Rilling Bus Ltd appeared before the regular meeting of Yorkton Council Monday seeking an exception to allow for two buses to be parked in a residential area of the city.

The Yorkton Film Festival appeared before the regular meeting of Yorkton Council Monday to fulfill their sponsorship package with the City. “I am pleased to inform you that the 69th Yorkton Film Festival was a great success,” said Keith Hayward.

The Yorkton Public Library is getting a new microfilm reader. And it is being paid for out of recently discovered funds.

Yorkton Council unanimously approved its 2016 Asphalt Paving Program tender at its regular meeting Monday. The City of Yorkton has numerous roadways that require asphalt replacement.

A new commercial education facility in the City needed Council approval Monday for a plan to meet parking requirements. The facility at 253 Myrtle Avenue required a minimum of five on-site parking spaces.

The Society for the Involvement of good Neighbors Inc. (SIGN) was looking to the City of Yorkton for funds to offset losses in its Senior Mobility Program.

At the annual pie-and-ice cream band concert on June 15, Darren Kitsch presented awards to members of the Kamsack Comprehensive Institute beginner, junior and senior bands.

For his donation to the people of Ukraine, a Kamsack man has been personally thanked by the Ukrainian ambassador to Canada.

The community of Arran, which is to celebrate its centennial next month, has received best wishes from Arran, Scotland.