Ruth Shaw: her story and the stories she wrote
About this episode
The episode explores the life and contributions of Ruth Shaw, a significant figure in Yorkton's history and journalism.
To the many newer residents of Yorkton, the name Ruth Shaw likely isn’t recognizable. But to those who lived here in the latter half of the previous century, the name, and the woman who bore that name, was an unassuming but powerful force and voice in helping the province and beyond know about Yorkton through at least three major roles she played in the city. For 16 years she was the reporter and bureau manager of the Regina Leader-Post, a job she took over from her husband when Cliff died un...
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