Yorkton News Review - Archive

If there's one theme to the concerts which have taken place in Regina's Mosaic Stadium, it's that the acts are all pretty old.

They are talented and they are on the move! Sacred Heart High School has its own rock band and they are making a positive impression everywhere they go. Channel 22 just finished a performing tour with two performances in Russell and Virden, MB.

To the Editor: Mr. Harper, Mr. MacKenzie, Mr Layton - I understand that there will be a vote in Parliament to 'extend the mission' in Libya. Firstly, to call this a 'mission' is obtuse.

Few government measures generate more discussion than a new budget. The Next Phase of Canada's Economic Action Plan, as tabled on June 6, by Finance Minister Jim Flaherty, holds many positive things for Saskatchewan and Yorkton-Melville constituents.

Yorkton kicked off Parks and Recreation Month in the province with an activity filled afternoon at Weinmaster Park.

The Yorkton E and S Yankees increased their winning streak to four games as they defeated the tough Willowbrook Royals 4-2 at Jubilee Park Wednesday evening.

"Fourscore and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, conceived in liberty and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal." Now quite obviously I didn't write that.

The Canadian Red Cross is urging Canadians to get trained and be careful when enjoying water activities, especially since water levels are high. "Unfortunately, an average of 400 Canadians drown each year.

The second Parkland Race Association stock car race meet went ahead despite cool conditions and the threat of rain Sunday afternoon.

Losing weight is a struggle for many people, and a new business in Yorkton plans to help people shed those extra pounds. Ideal Weight Solutions has opened a branch in Yorkton.