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Tuesday, 31 March 2026 06:00
Unfortunately, things are getting worse - Letter to the Editor
Hi, my name is Levi Cottingham and I am a Conservative (for those who didn’t already know).Now that we got that out of the way…Manitobans were promised meaningful change when the Manitoba New Democratic Party formed government. Unfortunately, things are getting worse. Ask a healthcare worker. Ask a parent. Ask…
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 06:00
Asessippi named finalist in Manitoba Tourism award for third time
Asessippi Ski Area & Resort has once again been recognized as a leader in Manitoba’s tourism industry, earning a nomination for Business of the Year – Large at the upcoming provincial tourism awards.The award recognizes a tourism business, facility, event, or attraction with 20 or more employees that provides exceptional…
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 06:00
Provincial Park Campground reservations open April 13-17
The Manitoba government is encouraging campers and outdoor enthusiasts to mark their calendars as the Parks Reservation Service opens for the 2026 camping season in less than a month, Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes announced.“Manitobans are eager to get outside and enjoy our provincial parks this summer,” said…
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 06:00
MJHL playoffs well underway now
By Derek HoltomThe MJHL playoffs are well under way as the first round started this past weekend. Here’s a quick recap of the four series as of Monday morning.Titans versus Oil CapitalsNeepawa is in big trouble following the first two games, after being out-scored 10-1 in their first two games…
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Tuesday, 24 March 2026 06:00
Putting all the pieces together for the kids
Families in Binscarth and the surrounding area will soon see more childcare spaces become available when an ambitious expansion project by Little Bloomers Learning Patch comes together.Little Bloomers has been part of the Binscarth community for quite a while. The board was first formed back in 2009 with the goal…
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 06:00
Brent Butt draws sold out crowd
A lot of Canadians have at least heard about Brent Butt. Many of us - especially on the prairies - loved the Corner Gas series largely because it felt like small town Saskatchewan, where it was set and filmed and their neighboring Manitoba farm communities.Although Butt is probably best known…
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…