Yorkton News Review - Archive

To the Editor: The longstanding issues of overcrowded Saskatchewan prisons are not being resolved because of short-sighted decisions and unnecessary delays, says the union that represents corrections workers across the province.

Garry Breitkreuz, Member of Parliament for Yorkton-Melville, Saskatchewan, is pleased with the Supreme Court of Canada’s ruling today that supports the Government of Canada’s right to destroy the federal long-gun registry’s Quebec data.

The Canadian Red Cross is announcing a Friendly Visiting pilot program to combat seniors’ isolation.

April is Oral Health Month. During this month, you may see information about oral health for children, adults, and seniors.

Canadians handle coins less often than they once did, thanks to the convenience of debit cards. But you’ll likely want to own some of the special coins that will soon be minted in honour of Canada’s upcoming 150th anniversary in 2017.

Saskatchewan’s merchandise exports to countries other than the United States totalled $12.6 billion in 2014, surpassing the $11.9 billion posted by Alberta last year and setting an all-time record for the province.

Parkland College awarded a record high $110,800 in Internal Scholarships to 81 students at its awards ceremony at the Painted Hand Casino in Yorkton last Tuesday.

CAA Saskatchewan has safe driving tips for motorists travelling during the upcoming Easter holiday and spring break.

Mother Nature decided to give us another taste of winter. Hopefully this will be the last big dump of snow, then a slow melt, & soon time to get the golf clubs ready! The RM Council are watching to keep roads and culverts clear this spring.