Doctor recruitment success, a smaller deficit than last year – by almost half – and less money spent on agency nurses in the 2025-26 fiscal year were all highlights of the annual general meeting of Prairie Mountain Health (PMH).
The virtual AGM chaired by board chair Lon Cullen took place Thursday with 75 people in attendance. A recording of the meeting is available for viewing on the PMH website.
Read all about it in this week’s Review.

The Roblin Agricultural Society and the Do More Agricultural Foundation have teamed up to bring a highly succesful workshop series to Roblin.
The “Talk Ask Listen” workshop takes place Thursday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Community Centre.
Check out this week’s paperif you want to know more.

Did you know... if you have the privilege of driving a motor vehicle, you must submit to a mandatory alcohol screening device when requested by police?
Manitoba has what is called the Immediate Roadside Prohibition. That means if you fail, and qualify, you may only get a ticket instead of being charged under the Criminal Code of Canada.
See this week’s RCMP report for details

Progressive Conservatives have introduced legislation to help protect Manitobans from the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers.
Bill 241, The Buildings Amendment Act (Radon Notice), was introduced for first reading by Lakeside MLA Trevor King in late October to address the health risks of radon.
Read this week’s Review for more.

As Black Friday approaches, Better Business Bureau (BBB) Central Canada is encouraging Manitobans to take extra precautions when shopping online and in stores.
With retailers advertising early sales and limited-time offers, consumers should know how to recognize suspicious deals before sharing personal information or making a purchase.
Find out more in this week’s Review.

There will be five new faces around the Municipality of Roblin council table for the next four years. Including the one at the head of the table.
Graeme Conway, a relative newcomer to the community in his first bid at public office, defeated two-term incumbent Robert Misko by a count of 607 to 584. Conway took the vote in three of the five voting stations.
Pick up a copy to find out more.

The sense of community pride was palpable as residents of Inglis and the area turned out in full force Oct. 23 to celebrate the grand opening of the new Friendly’s Grocery Store. And to chow down on free burgers, hot dogs, and some very tasty mini doughnuts.
The grand opening of the store – located in the community’s vacant curling rink which was completely remodelled and renovated – was the culmination of two years of fundraising and effort by volunteers.
Check out this week’s Review for more.

Asessippi Ski Area and Resort remains optimistic about the coming ski season, but is depending on disaster financial assistance to repair roughly $2.2 million in flood damage.
The ski resort is planning to replace a slew of equipment, including motors for destroyed lift shacks that power the Porcupine and Bear chairlifts, compressors and a pumphouse for snowmaking, and a damaged transformer, assistant manager Shannon Johnston said Oct. 23.
Read the rest of the story in this week’s issue.

The always popular Life & Art Centre Chorus is returning to the stage for the LAC’s annual Christmas show.
Choristers began practices this week for three shows set for the first weekend in December.
Find out more in this week’s Review.

Senior hockey is back in town. And hopefully with a vengeance.
The Roblin Northstars, after a hiatus of more than a decade, are set to begin their 2026-27 Sask East Hockey League regular season this Friday with a road game against their old NCHL rivals.
Check out their schedule and find out who’s on the team in this issue.