Editor Roblin
Don't fall for speeding ticket scam
There have been a few people call the office with regards to a text message they received from Justice Manitoba with regards to paying an outstanding ticket with a link. This is a fraud! Please do not click the link.
Check out this week’s RCMP Report for more.
Bield Hall turning 50
The Bield Community Centre – or the Bield Hall as it’s more often and lovingly referred to – will be turning 50 years old this June and the Bield Ladies Club is planning a big party to celebrate.
Completed in June, 1976, the hall was built by the community, for the community, after the original facility (once Bield School) was destroyed by fire in 1973.
Read all about it in this week’s Review.
Henry keeping family tradition alive
Musical talent is a gift that can run deep in a family and can be the roots of the family tree. This is the case for Métis singer and songwriter Joe H. Henry.
Henry is no stranger to the area or to music in Manitoba. His father was a well-known musician across the Prairies, with roots in the San Clara area. This is what drew Henry into music and into the area.
Want to know more? Check out this week’s paper.
Budget predictions unrealistic
Two financial giants are warning that the Manitoba NDP’s 2026 budget predictions are unrealistic.
Major credit rating agency Moody’s warned that budget predictions made by the NDP do not appear to line up with its own growth predictions, and financial services giant Deloitte slashed its economic forecast for Manitoba.
Check out this week’s issue to read what the PCs are saying.
Motorboats given the go ahead
Motorboats will be allowed back on Clear Lake this season but they will be banned two days each week and during “quiet” periods at dawn and dusk.
Parks Canada announced the return of motorboats under a mandatory tagging program in a bulletin on Wednesday (April 8) morning.
Find out more in this week’s Review.
PA Raiders advance
The WHL Prince Albert Raiders are facing off against the Saskatoon Blades in playoff action.
The Raiders defeated their first-round opponents the Red Deer Rebels 4-1 to advance.
Check out this week’s paper to find out how the Raiders and Roblin’s Brayden Dube are doing.
Gas leak prompts quick response
Crews from Manitoba Hydro quickly responded to a report of a gas leak in the 300 block of 3rd Ave NW just after 3 p.m. Monday, March 30.
A gas line in the backlane was damaged during snow clearing, and people on scene could smell the tell-tale odour of gas and hear it hissing.
Read all about it in this week’s issue.
Vehicles stolen and set on fire
There have been two vehicles from town stolen and burned in the last two weeks.
Police would like to remind people to please take their keys out of their vehicles and keep their vehicles locked when not in use.
Read this week’s RCMP report to find out more.
Coming soon to your drug store
The Province is expanding access to measles vaccines by enabling pharmacists to administer the publicly funded vaccine to eligible children and young adults.
“This is a common-sense step that will help more Manitobans get protected,” said health minister Uzoma Asagwara of the change. “Pharmacists are trusted, accessible health-care providers in communities across Manitoba, and expanding their role makes it easier for families to get vaccinated and protect those most at risk.
Want to know more? Check out this week’s paper.
April is Parkinson's month
Learning about Parkinson’s and what to expect can make your journey more manageable, helping you and your family live well. While Parkinson’s changes many aspects of life, you can find help, support, and resources at Parkinson Canada.
Whether you’ve just learned you or a family member have Parkinson’s, or have lived with it for years, read on for valuable information.
Check out this week’s Review to find out more.