Yorkton This Week

Henry (Hank) Andrew Woloshchuk, August 19, 1939 - June 8, 2012. Hank was born, raised and schooled in the Yorkton District. Hank's love for nature led him to all the years he spent on his Yorkton area farm.

The monthly Noon Pot Luck Luncheons continue during the summer months. Mark the calendar for July 16 at the Saltcoats Stirling Room. The donation basket is out to help defray expenses. Call 744-8169 if you need a ride to this noon lunch.

I'd like to say after one week of whining about the York Lake Road, action has been taken; but action has been ongoing since well before my article last week on the deplorable state of that 'road'.

Practical and Applied Arts Awards Award of distinction in Welding: Jason Blommaert Award of distinction in Cosmetology: Emma Lockhart Award of distinction in Automechanics: Brady Teichroeb Award of distinction in Computer Science: Ty Nelson Award of

Rain cancellations occurred almost every second day this past week and the SESBL standings remain tight. Scheduled games for last Wednesday and Friday were rained out, including both Western Major Baseball League and the South East league.

Canada's environmental laws are under attack by both the federal and Ontario governments. In Ottawa, the government introduced Bill C-38 to implement far-reaching measures announced in its budget.

A young Yorkton artist finds her inspiration in nature but her works reflect a diverse world of her own creation. The works by Jennifer Protsko are intricate layerings of paint in all the hues of the spectrum.

Mrs. Annie Boychuk of Yorkton passed away peacefully with her family at her side on June 12, 2012 at the Yorkton Union Hospital. She was 86 years of age.

Larry Hamilton of Yorkton, beloved husband of Gabrielle, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 14, 2012 at the Yorkton Regional Health Center with family by his side.

Yorkton Hyundai's Summer Fun Car Show & BBQ took place Saturday afternoon with BBQ proceeds donated to Sacred Heart High School.