Roblin Review
Saturday, 24 September 2022 14:19
No shortage of candidates
Local ratepayers will have some choices to make in next month’s municipal elections. Elections will be taking place in Grandview Municipality, the RM of Riding Mountain West and the Municipality of Roblin. A plebiscite is being held in the Municipality of Roblin regarding angle vs. parallel parking on Main Street.…
Saturday, 24 September 2022 14:20
Love Bomb hitting the stage at RES
The Northwest Métis Council has formed a partnership with Mountain View School Division (MVSD) and is bringing in a production called Love Bomb. The play, staged by Shameless Hussy Productions, is an uncensored and realistic take on how a predator can lure someone in to be trafficked by using ‘love…
Saturday, 24 September 2022 14:21
First Nation signs agreement
Minegoziibe Anishinabe (MA), also known as Pine Creek First Nation, has signed a legally binding agreement with the Province of Manitoba and Louisiana Pacific. This came in light of a lawsuit filed by MA against the provincial government and the timber company. The new agreement settles the lawsuit and provides…
Saturday, 24 September 2022 14:21
Take your keys and lock your doors
Police would like to remind everyone in town to please take the keys out of your vehicle when going inside, and lock your vehicle doors all the time. Locking your vehicle doors is the first deterrent for thieves. Read about this and more in this week’s RCMP Report.
Sunday, 18 September 2022 12:40
Food bank opens for 30th season
Many people are faced with rising costs and just not earning a living wage to make ends meet. One community program has been providing assistance locally to ensure that no family in Roblin goes hungry. The Roblin Food Bank has opened up for its 30th season after again closing for…
Sunday, 18 September 2022 12:41
ECCCC holds seventh annual Walk of Hop
Over the second weekend in September, the Expanding Community Cancer Care Committee held its seventh annual Walk of Hope in Russell raising $71,000 for the project. With the announcement in May that the province would be kicking in ‘the difference’, it’s hoped that the need for another Walk of Hope…
Sunday, 18 September 2022 12:42
Hometown hero
Former Roblinite Daryl Case was among a number of courageous Canadians – from private citizens to police officers and firefighters – to receive Decorations for Bravery at a ceremony in Ottawa, Sept. 9. The medals were presented by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada. The…
Sunday, 18 September 2022 12:43
Fusion announces final five
Fusion Credit Union is in its second year of running the Community Infusion competition and has announced its “Final Five” contestants in the running. Contestants from all over the area submitted applications and represented various business and commerce sectors in the region, with the number of applications being relatively similar…
Sunday, 11 September 2022 15:28
Off to a good start at GLH
Goose Lake High Principal Kirk Wilson says while everyone is usually excited about the beginning of a new school year, things are a little different this year. “What’s different is we’re very optimistic – and relieved – that we’re starting the year for the first time in two years without…
Sunday, 11 September 2022 15:29
More catalytic convertors stolen
There has also been an increase in stolen catalytic converters in the area. Please know that it is not just Roblin plagued with this problem. Here, police are working extended hours and are taking steps to apprehend the suspects. If you have the option, please put your vehicles in a…
Sunday, 11 September 2022 15:30
NWMC fosters GBV programs
Ever since the Covid pandemic, reports of Gender Based Violence (GBV) are on the rise and although the numbers are greatly increasing, the reality is that there are many more instances that are going unreported. Statistics show that 64 per cent of women in Canada have experienced physical, sexual or…
Sunday, 11 September 2022 15:31
WCG wraps up tour in Roblin
Westman Communications Group wrapped up its 2022 #ConnectingWestman Tour in Roblin Sept. 8 with a charity barbeque at the Parkway Co-op Food Store and an open house showcasing its products and services at the Drop-In Centre. The highly successful tour of Westman communities – put on hiatus for two years…
Monday, 05 September 2022 11:23
Province offers some help
As part of the Manitoba government’s ongoing effort to help families make ends meet, Premier Heather Stefanson on Wednesday unveiled an $87-million Family Affordability Package to immediately provide families with children, seniors living on a fixed income, and Manitobans who are hurting the most, with benefits to help ease the…
Monday, 05 September 2022 11:24
Sipie's Mobile Wash in the running
A locally Indigenous owned business and entrepreneur is in the semi-finals for the national Pow Wow Pitch competition. Sipie’s Mobile Wash started up five years ago with a unique concept to the Parkland area and has been going strong ever since. Read the rest of the story in this week’s…
Monday, 05 September 2022 11:25
First report from new rec manager
Did you know that communities that participate in recreation and sport develop stronger social bonds, are safer places to live, and the people who live in them are generally healthier and happier? My goal is to keep this community all of the above; strong, safe, healthy and happy! REConnect in…