Yorkton This Week

The world of social media opens new doors in attracting an audience for films, books, and business says Erica Hargreave.

During the week of May 3-7, the Yorkton Regional High School archery team took part in the first ever National Archery in the Schools Canadian Championship. The tournament was the first of its kind in the nation.

We took to the water recently, the Preacher and I. Bodies filled the indoor pool, sporting a colorful array of swimsuits, in varying coverages. We wore boring, conservative styles, befitting our weathered frames.

This week, I will provide additional information on: 1) The Case for Coaching 2) Discuss one of the core coaching skills - LISTENING and 3) Give you a homework assignment on the skill of listening.

Breastfeeding is an important part of the special relationship that develops between mother and baby. Where does dad fit into the picture? As the father of a breastfeeding baby, you can be involved in nurturing both mother and baby.

Access Communications Centennial Scholarship awarded to Stephanie Koroluk. ACT/UCT Health Education Scholarship awarded to Kendra Schwitzer.

Yorkton Council gave the first two readings to a new Fire Prevention Bylaw, but was prevented from giving it third and final reading when Councillor Chris Wyatt voted against doing all three readings at the regular meeting of Council Monday.

Silent Bombs: All For The Motherland made history at this year's Yorkton Film Festival, becoming the first Saskatchewan production to be named Best of Festival, at the longest-running film festival in North America.

When we were digging our yard the other day, we were amazed at the invasive determination of quackgrass.

Yorkton Council approved a tender for the City's 2010 concrete curb, gutters and sidewalks program. "Tenders were received on May 13, 2010 for the 2010 Concrete Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Program with three bids received.