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Bereft of Centre

Bereft of Centre

NDP cheap shot may cost it the game

NDP cheap shot may cost it the game

Many analogies have been drawn over the years between Saskatchewan's two favour sports - football and politics. Both are rough and tumble and often won in the trenches. Both will see the occasional cheap shot.
Where is the beef from?

Where is the beef from?

Somehow, upscale restaurateurs believe that diners will soon willingly pay more for a beef dish if it comes with disclosure of the DNA of the actual cow being eaten, according to a May Associated Press report.
Under construction

Under construction

It was a bright and sunny day, perfect for families to construct their masterpieces as Yorkton-based Holt Gelenden hosted a sand castle building competition at Good Spirit Lake Provincial Park on the Government Beach Sunday afternoon.
Juniors fall just short in provincial semi finals

Juniors fall just short in provincial semi finals

The AAA Provincials of Junior level baseball were held over the Civic Holiday weekend in Yorkton, lasting nearly three full days. The Alexander's Mens Wear Junior Cardinals hosted.
Pop goes the Nana worth remembering

Pop goes the Nana worth remembering

"I'm not having a heart attack," I said. But no one listened. Things move fast when you show up at emergency complaining of chest pain and trouble breathing.

Summer peak period for injuries

Every day of the summer, an average of 45 Canadians are hospitalized for an injury resulting from a wheel- or water-based sport or recreational activity, according to new data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI).

Think safety first riding your ATV

An afternoon spent on an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) can be fun, exhilarating and a great way to experience nature, but if ridden improperly these machines can be dangerous.
First Nations people in ceremonial dress

First Nations people in ceremonial dress

Collection we have this photo of First Nations people in ceremonial dress. It likely dates to the 1960s. Unfortunately, there were no names or details of the event given with the photograph.
Youth killed in accident

Youth killed in accident

On Sunday night, a 14-year-old boy was struck and killed by a vehicle while riding his bike in the city. The accident occurred at 7:15 pm at the intersection of Gladstone Avenue and Highway 16.
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