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Sunday, 06 November 2022 14:04
Family steps up
As time goes on, many of our war veterans have passed on and all we are left with is a few memories, photos and stories. One family has a unique history of a father and all of his sons serving their country when they became of age. Read the rest…
Tuesday, 01 November 2022 08:44
Caribbean evening close to sold out
It was one of those events that Covid cancelled - over and over again. But in the end, it was well worth the wait. On October 22nd, the George P. Buleziuk Centre was filled with laughter, song and dance - and even a wee bit of fire - as well…
Tuesday, 25 October 2022 07:29
Like you're walking into a city store
When you walk through the doors of the newly opened Waywayseecappo FoodMart, it’s likely you’ll have to stop and take in the view for just a second or two.... It’s bright and inviting with large wide aisles and shelves that are big enough to house a huge variety of stock.…
Tuesday, 18 October 2022 07:53
Welcoming Beef and Barley back
“Oh it feels so good to be back together!” No matter what Beef and Barley event you may have taken in, that was the feeling around town over the Thanksgiving long weekend. In the more than thirty years since our annual Beef and Barley festival began, the first long weekend…
Wednesday, 28 September 2022 14:58
Letter to the Editor: Newsletter false and misleading prior to election
Dear Editor: Once again, I find myself in a position where I must respond to, in this instant, a newsletter that has been circulated to residents of Russell Binscarth Municipality. To my dismay, this newsletter is filled with misinformation, and inaccurate and false statements. It begins by making a statement…
Wednesday, 28 September 2022 13:35
Letter to the Editor: My Truth
Dear Editor: It has been brought to my attention that a poster has surfaced publicly at both Post Offices a few times over this past week aiming to discredit me. It has and will be removed by Postal Staff as it defies eligibility for what is allowed to be posted…
Wednesday, 28 September 2022 11:28
Editorial: Enough. I totally agree
Honestly the hardest thing to do here is going to be to figure out a smooth transition from one thought to another. But anyone who knows me, knows that’s just how it goes with me. So here goes.... I wasn’t surprised. Not one little, tiny bit. In fact, I was…
Wednesday, 28 September 2022 11:09
Letter To The Editor: CAO’s version of events has now changed three times
Dear Ms. Welwood: I have been provided a copy of a municipal newsletter circulating in your community with yet another version of events regarding Mr. Fielder’s use of my intellectual property. I am thoroughly confused by the story I read. He states that he “found some practical information on the…
Tuesday, 20 September 2022 06:48
Eighth Walk of Hope raises over $70,000
“Hope – having hope propels us to achieve our dreams and drives us forward toward our pursuits. It also keeps us afloat when everything seems to go wrong. When we feel that we’re drowning, hope is the light at the end of the tunnel – the Northern Star by which…
Tuesday, 13 September 2022 09:40
JR Charron hits the CCMA top awards stage
A country rock singer songwriter, JR Charron says he grew up in Binscarth on simple straight forward music. Four chords and the truth. He’s been called the small town boy with the big voice. While he’s been making music of one kind or another since he was a teen, his…
Tuesday, 13 September 2022 09:39
This school still feels like home
Looking at the list of teachers for the three Park West division schools in our area, it’s heartwarming when you realize how many teachers are past graduates who have chosen to come home and share their time and talent with our students. Christine MacIsaac Ushey and her daughter Zoe Anne,…
Tuesday, 13 September 2022 09:34
Napier sets the record straight - in person
More than 70 people were on hand to hear Shelley Napier lay out the facts again about what happened when the Emergency Pandemic Plan written by herself and her staff ended up on the Manitoba Municipal Association website with the logo of this municipality and the name of our CAO…
Tuesday, 30 August 2022 07:55
Cadieux apologizes, agrees to rescind motion
The council of Russell Binscarth met on Aug 25th in council chambers in Russell for their second regular meeting of the month. This meeting drew 29 spectators to the chambers and the lobby of the buildng. While Councillor Baseley brought a number of questions to the floor the highlight -…
Tuesday, 30 August 2022 07:45
Ag Society coming alive again in their 141st year
The Russell Ag Society unveiled their new ground’s sign in preparation for the celebration of 141 years. Russell Ag Society is very excited to see the arena grounds being utilized more as the next generation of parents and youth are growing and becoming more involved. Membership continues to grow, as…