Category Archives: Yorkton News

RCMP says increased police presence in Melville
Saskatchewan RCMP advise there is an increased police presence on the 300 block of 2nd Avenue East in Melville in relation to an ongoing investigation. People are asked to avoid the areas where police...
Benny Walchuk 15h ago A File photo of an RCMP Cruiser. (Harvard Media News)

Wadena RCMP searching for 46 year old Michelle Quewezance wanted on multiple charges
Wadena RCMP are asking the public for help locating 46-year-old Michelle Quewezance of Yellow Quill First Nation, who is wanted in connection to multiple investigations. Police say officers first rece...
Benny Walchuk May 01, 2026

Another successful Airwaves for Health Radiothon is in the books
The two-day "Airwaves for Health" Radiothon wrapped up Tuesday, and 2026 was another strong success for the region. Organizers say the community once again came together to support healthcare improvem...
Benny Walchuk Apr 28, 2026

Day one of Airwaves for Health Radiothon "a big success"
The Airwaves for Health Radiothon is underway, bringing the community together to support healthcare improvements across east-central Saskatchewan. Day one raised a total of just over $134,327 dollars...
Benny Walchuk Apr 27, 2026
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Two people arrested in connection with Rose Valley Hotel arson
ROSE VALLEY - Two people have been arrested in connection with a break-in and fire that destroyed the Rose Valley Hotel. In the early morning hours of April 13, police and firefighters responded to th...
Doug Falconer Apr 23, 2026

Yorkton mayor reflects on shared challenges, progress after SUMA convention
YORKTON - Mayor Aaron Kienle says this year's Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) convention reinforced a familiar theme that communities across the province are facing the same chall...
Tanner Wallace-Scribner Apr 23, 2026
Author and coach inspires Yorkton seniors to embrace growth and live fearlessly
YORKTON- Local author, speaker, and life coach Lynne Harley was hosted by the Silver Circle Gathering at the Godfrey Dean Cultural Centre on April 20. The group, which is open to anyone over 55 and is...
Andrea Moss, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, SaskToday Apr 21, 2026
Yorkton's industrial growth tied to power plan, NDP says
YORKTON - Energy and Resources Shadow Minister Sally Housser held a media availability in Yorkton Monday on the NDP's Grid and Growth Plan and the future of power for the province. "This month, the ND...
Andrea Moss, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, SaskToday Apr 20, 2026

Prison sentence for man convicted of impaired driving causing death near Wapella
YORKTON - Sentencing has been handed down to a man found guilty after a fatal two-vehicle collision near Wapella. Zachory Taylor, 22, of Codette, was sentenced on three charges, including impaired dri...
Doug Falconer Apr 20, 2026

Yorkton Film Festival unveils nominees for 2026 awards
YORKTON - As the longest-running film festival in North America prepares for its 79th year, the Yorkton Film Festival (YFF) has officially unveiled its final round of nominees. With more than 300 entr...
Steven Wilson Apr 16, 2026










