Yorkton This Week

Twylla Newton of Yorkton has added another pair of championships to her equine resume. Riding her Clydesdale Brelee Lilac Newton captured championships in both training level and prix capprilli, (small jumps), at the recent Westman Dressage Show.

Today, Agriculture Minister David Marit proclaimed September 23 to 29, Biotech Week in Saskatchewan to celebrate the role biotechnology plays in the agriculture industry.

Mason Martin knows the Flin Flon Bombers will be relying on him this season. The veteran defenseman has played over 100 games for the maroon and white and will help lead a younger group, especially early in the season.

The 40th Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth Court in Yorkton was marked Friday. The celebration included messages of congratulations from provincial Minister for Seniors Warren Kaeding, Yorkton Mayor Bob Maloney, and Yorkton MLA Greg Ottenbreit.

Indian Head RCMP were recently notified of a suspicious occurrence in Montmartre, SK and police are asking the public to remain vigilant when it comes to the ever evolving world of scams.

Orange Shirt Day at the RSM

A good crowd took in the Kamsack Power House Museum Harvest Time event held recently. “The sky was nice and sunny for our event, and this may have helped to bring people out,” said Lydia Cherkas, president.

Increases to $11.32

The Richardson Pioneer Weyburn Red Wings played in Warman on Sunday night against the Battleford North Stars for the SJHL Showcase.

On August 26, Sgt. Derek Friesen joined the Canora/Sturgis RCMP as Detachment Commander after spending the previous four-and-a-half years with the Indian Head RCMP.