Yorkton This Week

Dear Editor: With the exception of a few die hard supporters of Minister Ritz, most farmers are realizing that ending the Wheat Board single desk has reduced choices for wheat and barley farmers on the prairies.

If you own a farm, and are looking to transition to a next generation or simply looking to sell to move into retirement, there are complex decisions that need to be discussed prior to the sale. We can help you with this process.

SGI has submitted a proposal to the Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel (SRRP) for rate rebalancing. SGI is also proposing a net increase of 3.7 per cent for Saskatchewan Auto Fund rates. Rebalancing helps promote fairness in rating.

The Saskatchewan Court of Queen's Bench delivered its decision on two pieces of provincial labour legislation: Bill 5, The Public Services Essential Services Act and Bill 6, The Trade Union Amendment Act, 2007.

Premier Brad Wall and Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration Minister Rob Norris will participate in a labour recruitment mission to Ireland in March 2012.

The first time I visited my friend's home, her dogs curled up at our feet and her horse hunkered just below the front door. That's not important really, except I found it odd. The door opened from the second story.

Saskatchewan reached record highs for the month of January with 520,600 people employed including 419,900 full-time jobs. "Saskatchewan's economy is a leader in Canada," Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration Minister Rob Norris said.

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother and grandmother, Marion Benjamin (nee Trowell). Marion was born on May 17, 1927 to Frederick Percy and Jessie (nee Peach) Trowell of Saltcoats, SK.

It might be understandable if a number of Canadians didn't appreciate Prime Minister Stephen Harper talking recently about reforming public sector pensions and Old Age Security (OAS) social assistance payments.

America's Funniest Home Videos has been around for more than two decades, and when the show airs Feb. 19, there will be a local connection. A video submitted by Heather Becker of Roblin, MB. will be on the show.