As far as most people are concerned, Cpl. Bob Thomas has a pretty exciting job.

Organizers of a summer youth event promoting healthy activities were thrilled with the response to their inaugural celebration.

Statistics released last week show that drilling activity by the province’s oil industry is rebounding after a challenging year in 2009, with the Shaunavon region among those showing an increase in production.

The Shaunavon Swimming Pool was the site of some high-energy action last Wednesday as a small crowd of local swimmers tried their hands at the sport of water polo.