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Tuesday, 24 March 2026 06:00
Robot deals with old dynamite - Russell RCMP Report
March 11th 11:45 amRCMP received a call from a manager of the Natural Conservatory of Canada regarding finding dynamite in a barn located on land that the government was managing. RCMP in Russell contacted the RCMP bomb squad who attended to the farm near St. Lazare and found several boxes…
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 06:00
Wolverines tested and ready for MJHL post season
By Derek HoltomThe Manitoba Junior Hockey League playoffs get under way this week, and the Waywayseecappo Wolverines have a chance to create some history by winning their first-ever best-of-seven series.The Wolverines have won a best-of-three survivor series to get into the final eight, though have never advanced to the final…
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 06:00
North Western Marquette Festival Held
The North Western Marquette Festival has been the showcase for fine arts in the area for 80 years! This year, there were 88 dance performances – solos, duos, trios and groups, with piano and vocal held in the beautiful Knox United Church and the dance and choirs in the George.…
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 06:00
School division taxes on the rise - Park West School Division
Provincial Funding AnnouncementThis year we did not receive the funding announcement until February 9 and our division-specific funding was not shared until February 10.This delayed funding announcement from the Province was challenging for for the Board. Planning for expenditures is difficult without clarity on our anticipated revenue, which increases uncertainty…
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 06:00
Fusion CU named Manitoba top employer for seventh consecutive year
Fusion Credit Union is proud to announce they have been recognized as a Manitoba Top Employer for the seventh consecutive year. This special designation recognizes employers in Manitoba that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. The accolade reinforces Fusion’s ongoing commitment to employee growth and development, priorities…
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 06:00
Local family in need of support
A family needs our support, the Davidson’s have been fighting with multiple medical illnesses over the last 11 years and on December 4, 2025 Blake was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune brain disease called PANDAS.The diagnosis has taken the family through lots of fights with our medical system and what…
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 06:00
Provincial government makes women’s menstrual products mandatory Manitoba workplaces
The Manitoba government will make the province the first in Canada requiring employers to provide free menstrual products to employees at no cost, ensuring workers have access to basic necessities while on the job, Labour and Immigration Minister Malaya Marcelino announced. “These changes are about dignity and fairness at work,”…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
Roulette and Wolverines ready for post season
By Derek HoltomThe Waywayseecappo Wolverines are one of the hottest teams in the MJHL in 2026, even with some recent setbacks against the top team in the MJHL.As the Wolverines peak for the playoffs, the veteran-filled team is enjoying what they’ve accomplished so far, but realize there is still so…
Summer Students
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
Variety of Activities at Binscarth Winterfest
The weather for Binscarth’s Winterfest was almost perfect. Kids had their pick of games supplied by RM of Russell Binscarth Rec Department, a ride around Binscarth on a sleigh pulled by the Bridgeman family’s beautiful team of horses or a fast zip down the slide. See more photos on the…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
Hickman makes Team West go to Manitoba Winter Games
Drew Hickman, daughter of Troy Hickman and Mattie Braden, who lives in Brandon made Team West to go to Manitoba Winter Games held in Thompson. These games have only been hosted in Thompson three times, 1994, 2018 and now in 2026. Drew’s dad Troy had the opportunity to be on…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
I can’t remember where my money is!
Feb 24th 9: 15 amPolice were called by a Roblin man saying that he had lost an envelope containing $1,700. He told police that he was severely intoxicated and has no memory of his actions the night before. Police told him there was nothing they could do.Feb. 25th 12:15 pmPolice…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
New phone scam involves fake police officers asking for Bitcoin
Manitoba RCMP are warning the public about an elaborate online phishing scam involving con artists impersonating police officers.Here’s how the scam works:• A random text or email is sent to an unsuspecting individual.• The text or email includes a link that connects to a video conference call with someone claiming…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
All GPB activities on hold while floor replacement continues
Pickleball, Badminton and Indoor Walking are still on hold at the GPB Hall as we finish installing the new floor. There is pickleball in Binscarth at the school on Mondays from 7-9 pm! You are welcome to walk indoors at the Russell Memorial Multiplex. We thank you for your patience!Adults…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
So much generousity to Palliative Care - Letter to the Editor
The Russell and Area Palliative Care Group would like to thank the students, hockey players and teachers from the Major Pratt School in Russell or anyone who supported them – for their generous gift given to the Russell Hospital, from their hockey game and fundraising for the Palliative Care Unit.Some…