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Tuesday, 06 October 2026 06:00
Editorial: It’s your chance to ask the questions
It’s time again. The time when we all decide who is going to make decisions around our council tables about general day to day things in your town and municipality that affect your lives. Now and over the next four years.I was pleased when I found the post by Courtney…
Tuesday, 06 October 2026 06:00
Wolverines stun Stampeders and their fans
By Derek Holtom The only thing better than a win in sports is a dramatic come from behind victory. And that’s what the Waywayseecappo Wolverines accomplished Friday night in Swan River, stunning the crowd with late outburst to steal two points from their expansion cousins. Wayway’s victory was so complete…
Tuesday, 06 October 2026 06:00
Foxwarren ladies fastball hold successful reunion
Former members of the Foxwarren Ladies Fastball team returned to the diamond on Saturday, July 11, to celebrate decades of friendship, competition and community, at a reunion that brought together players, families and supporters from across the years. Despite temperatures reaching 36 (feeling closer to 46), former players, ranging in…
Tuesday, 29 September 2026 06:00
MJHL fans flock to rinks early in season
By Derek Holtom I’m happy to report solid crowds up and down the MJHL on opening weekend, as they attempt to continue to build off the momentum from last season. The defending league and Centennial Cup champion Niverville Nighthawks attracted a solid crowd of 729 to see their banner rising.…
Tuesday, 22 September 2026 06:00
MJHL adds Munz to steer clubs to higher standard
By Derek Holtom On average, statistics say people will change their careers three to seven times throughout their lifetime. This is much different from baby boomers who often got a job and kept it until they retired. I mention this as the MJHL announced that Brian Munz has been hired…
Tuesday, 22 September 2026 06:00
Huge interest in Manitoba mining and PADCOM at investment summit
By Terrie WelwoodRussell Banner “It was an incredible – such pro-Canada spirit and energy that I’ve never experienced in my life before. The spirit was ‘enough talking, let’s get it done and get Canada independent’” Daymon Guillas President of PADCOMAt the invitation of the Prime Minister, Daymon Guillas attended the…
Tuesday, 22 September 2026 06:00
Manitoba will move to permanent Daylight Savings Time
After listening to the views of Manitobans on seasonal time changes, the Manitoba government has decided to remain on daylight saving time (DST) permanently, Premier Wab Kinew announced today. “We heard from Manitobans loud and clear – no more changing the clocks in Manitoba,” said Kinew. “Permanent daylight saving time…
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Tuesday, 15 September 2026 06:00
Bours ready to bear down with Wolverines
By Derek Holtom The Waywayseecappo Wolverines look to be reloading rather than rebuilding this year – and some of those new pieces are players returning to Canada after playing south of the border a year ago.One of those pieces is forward, and St. Laurent product, Ian Bours.The decision to return…
Tuesday, 15 September 2026 06:00
First shipment of potash from Port of Churchill is PADCOM product
The Arctic Gateway Group celebrated their first ever export shipment of Manitoba potash for PADCOM to Belgium, alongside their third successful year of zinc shipments from Hudbay Minerals. As PADCOM continues to ramp up production, much potash will be shipped through the Port of Churchill. The PADCOM potash will be…
Tuesday, 15 September 2026 06:00
Check out the Pick Up Your Pace Bootcamp
The recreation department is pleased to be offering a variety of courses this fall. Check it out! Unless otherwise noted, please register for courses at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Kids/Home Alone Course: September 19 from 10am-4pm for ages 8+, cost $70• Safety, Communication, First Aid & Emergency preparation, building confidence and practical skills…