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Keeping lean with Lean?

Keeping lean with Lean?

Did you catch it too, dear diary? Last week our provincial government admitted that there have been some weaknesses and faults found in the Lean system and improvements will be forthcoming in how efficiencies to the health system will be delivered.
Terriers represent SJHL in fine fashion at RBC Cup

Terriers represent SJHL in fine fashion at RBC Cup

The Yorkton Terriers were without a doubt the class of the SJHL this season, and when it came time to take care of business in the league final, they swept their Highway 10 rivals from Melville.
Take time to appreciate the farming industry

Take time to appreciate the farming industry

It's the middle of May and that means farmers across the Canadian Prairies are hitting the fields in what is one of the biggest annual economic stimulators for the regions.
Where the hearth is

Where the hearth is

Every morning she awoke in her tapestried room and found Martha kneeling upon the hearth building her fireFrances Hodgson Burnett (The Secret Garden) "I have a dream," he said slowly.
Watch out for that dog at Kisbey

Watch out for that dog at Kisbey

I absolutely love dogs, but there is one by Kisbey that I feel like I should scold or throw rocks at. Yes, that sounds like animal cruelty, but if it will save the animal's life then maybe it should be done.
We connect with past each May Long

We connect with past each May Long

There are a number of reasons why this weekend, May's glorious long weekend named for some dame Victoria, is perhaps the best time of year.
What really happens?

What really happens?

It's amazing how quickly kids learn to drive a car, yet are unable to understand the lawn mower, dishwasher or vacuum. This statement got me pondering on (some of) the youth today.
EDITORIAL: Have a safe, responsible weekend

EDITORIAL: Have a safe, responsible weekend

The Victoria Day May long weekend is, for many people, the official start of fun: whether it's the camping season, or fishing season, golfing or cycling, the weekend is a hallmark time to encourage people to go outdoors and enjoy the natural beauty o
So, this is it

So, this is it

I've never been a big fan of goodbyes, but here we are. This is my final paper with the Mercury after just over 16 years. It feels very weird to be writing that.
A call for civic pride

A call for civic pride

It's not an Estevan-only problem, but it's one that this city certainly isn't immune to. Civic pride is a sense of duty, an attitude that everyone in a community has a stake in the well being of the streets, the buildings and the people.
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