Yorkton This Week

Microsoft is a corporation with billions of dollars, a huge number of talented staff, and a marketing department which is best described as ‘not great.

One gets the burning desire in Western Canada — and particularly in rural Saskatchewan — to send Ottawa a loud message it can’t ignore.

The spirit of the holidays permeates all facets of life at this time of year. That included ladies at the Yorkton Curling Club Wednesday evening.

Looking north-west on Broadway Street and First Avenue North. From the left is the general store of William Jensen with living quarters above. Next is the residence of John Winberg, a shoemaker. Then, the house of George Betts.

Shortly after 0700 hrs on Dec. 18, Arcola Fire Department and Carlyle RCMP responded to a residential structure fire in the town of Arcola. A 60 year old male was found deceased in the residence.

Wok Box in Yorkton celebrated their first anniversary on the weekend of Nov. 23 and 24. As a part of their celebrations, they ran a "2 Can Dine for $22" promotion. Each combo sold included a $2.00 donation to Boys & Girls Club of Yorkton.

Yorkton Hyundai Terriers netminder Ryan Ouellette has garnered national attention. The 19-year-old goalie is one of two SJHLers selected to play in the CJHL Top Prospects Game on Jan. 14 at the Dave Andreychuk Arena in Hamilton.

It’s almost Christmas, and the Salvation Army is in its final push of its kettle campaign. The main fundraiser for the Salvation Army, their goal is to hit $107,500, which will go to helping people across Yorkton.

St.Michael's School students send letters to Armed Forces members

An exception to the bylaw which regulates the operation of snowmobiles within the City of Yorkton was approved by Council at its most recent meeting.