Russell Banner Community
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor: Proposal submitted for additional gravel pits at Asessippi gave little information to RM and residents on long term damage to the valley
Editors Note: The Letters to the Editor printed in this issue have been received through the online submissions to our Russell Banner website. One submission came directly to our office. Both methods are certainly acceptable. To the Editor,I am writing as Chair of the Cottage Cove Association. Our entire community…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor: Tourism, recreation and investment cannot co exist with gravel pits - please help residents and businesses resist
If - you love fishing Lake of the Prairies• you enjoy skiing at Asessippi Ski Resort• love the unspoiled environment of the Shell River Valley• you own a business that profits from the tourism attracted to these recreations you might want to know more about the recent application by a…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor: Letter to MP Dan Mazier re: new gravel pit proposal to Tri Roads
Editors Note: Dr. Witzke has also written letters regarding the current proposal before Tri Roads to:MLA Rick Wowchuk, the Minister of Environment, Dept of Fisheries and Manitoba TourismDear Sir ;My name is Dr. Ronald W Witzke, a retired surgeon and RCAF veteran who has chosen your region as my retirement…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor: Opt for humanity over money
Dear Editor Recently I purchased two lots at Cottage Cove, planning to build my retirement home in this winter paradise. Summer was the clincher, with the peaceful beautiful sunsets, the long quiet sunny days, filled with fishing, hiking and boating with my godchildren, who live in the area. The only…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor: The Shell River is an important spawning area for walleye, perch and pike for Lake of the Prairies
I was saddened to hear that there has been an application for a new gravel pit on the other side of the Shell River across from Cottage Cove. The first thing that comes to mind was additional dust and noise pollution which would obviously make the area much less desirable.…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor: Development should not come at the cost of irreversible damage to cherished natural resources without much more comprehensive environmental and socio economic impact studies
Dear Editor of the Russell Banner, I am writing to express serious concern regarding the recently approved development of a gravel pit in the vicinity of our cabin community, Cottage Cove. This area, which serves as a ski destination in the winter and pristine walleye fishing lake in the summer,…
Tuesday, 05 May 2026 06:00
Build a team you can count on if disaster strikes
Join your neighbors and be part of the team your community can count on when disaster strikes.Our Russell Binscarth Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a volunteer group of trained residents who help during community events, emergencies and crises. Members learn basic medical aid, fire safety, light search and rescue,…
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 06:00
Russell Senior Services holds Spring Fling
Russell Senior Services hosted their Spring Fling and brought in the ever popular Fugitives to coax the dancers onto the new dance floor. In all, about 70 people took advantage of the free afternoon which was made possible by funding from the province of Manitoba. The attendees were treated to…
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, 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…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
Variety of Activities at Binscarth Winterfest
The weather for Binscarth’s Winterfest was almost perfect. Kids had their pick of games supplied by RM of Russell Binscarth Rec Department, a ride around Binscarth on a sleigh pulled by the Bridgeman family’s beautiful team of horses or a fast zip down the slide. See more photos on the…
Tuesday, 03 March 2026 06:00
Another year of growth, collaboration and community - Chamber AGM
Last week, the Russell and District Chamber of Commerce held their AGM in the small meeting room of the Geo. P. Buleziuk Centre.After a meal catered by Chicken Chef. Feature speakers were Breanne Goraluk and Breanna Johnston from Instil Hope Counseling, who shared powerful insights on the importance of mental…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
Inglis School Shares the Wealth
The Inglis School was the winner of the $100 prize for the Russell Banner’s Christmas submission contest held in December. (Above) Kindergarten and Grade 1 students giving $50 to Kerry Dunn who volunteers with the Russell Food Bank. The class expressed they wanted to help people who don't have lots…
Tuesday, 17 February 2026 06:00
Russell Thrift shop has given back $60,000 to the community.
The Russell Thrift Shop Volunteers would like to extend their appreciation to the community for the on-going support through donations to and shopping at the store, as we all recycle together to lessen the load of the landfill. Without the continuous donations from the communities and the countless hours of…
Tuesday, 10 February 2026 06:00
What is wrong with this picture? - Letter to the Editor
To the Editor,As a community, we all share a responsibility to care for the animals who rely on us — from beloved family pets to the strays who need a second chance. That’s why it’s frustrating to see a lack of collaboration between the Russell Veterinary Clinic/Vet Board and Passion…