Roblin Review News
Sunday, 28 January 2024 15:17
Immigrate Parkland launched
An inadequate workforce is a problem in most jurisdictions, including here in the Parkland, but a group of area municipalities have banded together to help address the problem in the area. The Municipality of Roblin, Grandview Municipality, the Municipality of Gilbert Plains, Mossey River Municipality, the Municipality of Ste Rose…
Sunday, 28 January 2024 15:18
Petition calls for elk cull
There has been a growing number of producers in the area who have concerns about wildlife impacting their farming operations. One concern locals have is the number of elk in the area, which leads to the risk of TB and Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), and the impact on livestock and…
Sunday, 21 January 2024 12:53
Lower premiums for most crops in 2024
AgriInsurance program is expected to provide farmers with nearly $5 billion in coverage on an estimated 9.55 million acres for the upcoming crop year. That continued stability was announced Tuesday at Ag Days by federal agriculture minister Lawrence MacAulay and Manitoba ag minister Ron Kostyshyn. Want to know more? Check…
Sunday, 21 January 2024 12:55
RAS holds AGM
A new but very familiar face has taken over the reins of the Roblin Agricultural Society. At its annual general meeting held Thursday (Jan. 18), long-time member Dean Chescu was elected president with Ellen Arnott stepping down after five years at the helm. Find out more in this week’s issue.
Sunday, 21 January 2024 12:56
Cannabis store finally opening
Talk about being committed to a community. After a six-month delay in their plans to open a retail cannabis store in Roblin, Adam and Dylan Carritt of Prairie Trichomes are finally ready to go. The store, located on 2nd Avenue NW right next door to the 50 & Over Club…
Sunday, 14 January 2024 13:49
PMH looking for artwork
January is a month known for the promotion of mental health wellness and the Mental Wellness and Suicide Prevention Committee of Prairie Mountain Health has come up with a new venture for people to express the state of their mental health through a creative process. The committee, formed during the…
Sunday, 14 January 2024 13:50
Q-Doc enjoying success
Physician and nurse shortages, as well as closed ERs, are issues that aren’t going to be solved any time soon, especially for rural and northern Manitoba communities, but there is another option. The online service Q-Doc has had a successful year in providing patients with virtual appointments with physicians and…
Monday, 08 January 2024 09:48
Want to drive school bus?
In the expansive realm of education, every role contributes significantly to molding the future of our youth. Among these roles, there exists a group of unsung heroes who play a pivotal part in the daily lives of students – the school bus drivers. Read this week’s Mountain View Matters to…
Monday, 08 January 2024 09:50
Dream becomes a reality
Many are enamoured with the ranching lifestyle since shows like Yellowstone have made its debut. But former San Clara resident Erin (Paul) Boily and her husband Jason have turned their dream of running a ranch into a reality. Read all about it in this week’s Review.
Monday, 08 January 2024 09:50
ECCC hosting another big party
If you’re lucky, you may remember the big gala that the Expanding Community Cancer Committee held in 2018. Well... an even bigger and better party is being planned for Saturday, April 13 as the committee celebrates the construction of a new Cancer Care facility in Russell. Want to know more? …
Monday, 08 January 2024 09:54
A plea to the premier
A 21-year-old man from Roblin said it frightened him when he learned that the emergency department at the Roblin District Health Centre will be closed on some days, and have reduced hours on other days, effective immediately. And that’s why Cole Nickell said he decided to write a letter to…
Tuesday, 19 December 2023 15:39
MacNutt Hotel hosts Big Buck Night
The MacNutt Hotel hosted its 22nd Annual Big Buck Night Dec. 2 with trophies and cash awarded to the winners and prizes handed out to all the entrants. Winning top spot in the Typical category was Deven Andrews, pictured top left, while the Non-Typical category went to Brendon Scherloski, Check…
Tuesday, 19 December 2023 15:38
Have a safe holiday season: RCMP
Please remember, during this holiday season, if you are at a Christmas Party having a few drinks, do not drive. Roblin is a small town and nothing is too far. Walking is good for you. Don’t take the risk of changing your life, and possibly someone else’s life forever. Between…
Tuesday, 19 December 2023 15:37
A gift from The War Amps
With the holidays around the corner, Elora Klassen, a 13-year-old from Manitoba, was excited to receive a new gift that will help her stay active and enjoy her favorite pastime. She is missing her left foot, and as a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, is eligible…
Monday, 11 December 2023 16:30
MVSD holds pre-budget consultation
Mountain View School Division (MVSD) held its pre-budget consultation Monday (Dec. 4), with options for people to attend in-person at the division office or virtually through Microsoft Teams. Three areas identified in MVSD’s Strategic Plan for the 2023-2024 school year focused on Academics, Culture and Leadership. Find out more in…