Ruth Shaw: her story and the stories she wrote

January 8, 2026 · 42 min · Season 4 · Episode 1

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...

People in this episode

Host: Dick DeRyk

Topics covered

local history
journalism
community impact
personal stories
cultural heritage

Keywords

Ruth Shaw
Yorkton
journalism
Regina Leader-Post
community stories
local history
cultural impact

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Regina Leader-Post

Places: Yorkton