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Tuesday, 03 March 2026 06:00
No Adults and Tots until March 11th
Pickleball, Badminton and Indoor Walking are still on hold at the GPB Hall as we finish installing the new floor. There is pickleball in Binscarth at the school on Mondays from 7-9 pm! You are welcome to walk indoors at the Russell Memorial Multiplex. We thank you for your patience!NO…
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
Manitoba Junior Hockey League playoff positioning heating up
By Derek HoltomWith less than 10 games left on the schedule for most teams, the playoff picture remains unclear at best in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League.The league-leading Niverville Nighthawks have stumbled of late, going a modest 6-4-0-0 in their last 10 games and barely scraped by two non-playoff teams…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
Friendly’s preparing for summer opening
In 2013, after a couple of years without a grocery store, the residents of Inglis and the surrounding area decided to open a community owned store that would service the community and keep the village alive.At that time, 68 people purchased shares to re-open the store, renovated and updated the…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
MMF locals celebrate Louis Riel with tradition and camaraderie
For the last couple of years, the Pelly Trail and Ste. Madelaine Locals of MMF have banded together to celebrate Louis Riel Day, enjoying the day with Bannock making sessions and a workshop in the Michif language. There was face painting and colouring for the kids, crazy marbleboards, cribbage and…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
Stolen beer with a canine accomplice
Feb. 11th 1:30 pmAn employee of the Russell Beer store called advising that three hours earlier a man had walked in with a dog and absconded with a 24 pack of beer. Police looked at the surveillance cameras and being that the man was wearing a balaclava, identification would be…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
Waywayseecappo woman denied bail after being released four times prior
Talisa Brandon, 27, accused in a stabbing death, was denied bail on her fifth application after being released the previous four times.Brandon is charged with manslaughter, aggravated assault and several counts of breaching her release order. She is accused of stabbing two men (one of the men, a 23-year-old man,…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
First Aid Class coming soon
Pickleball, Badminton and Indoor Walking are still on hold at the GPB Hall as we finish installing the new floor. Thank you for your continued patience! I promise, it will be worth it! There is pickleball in Binscarth at the school on Mondays from 7-9 pm! The RMM is available…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
Vet Board responds to letter to the paper - Letter to the Editor
The Russell Regional Vet Board would like to clarify our position on the letter to the Editor dated Tuesday, February 10th, 2026.1) The Board is not against Passion for Paws or anything they are trying to accomplish, however the board is here to represent the best interests of five municipalities;…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
Sunshine, snow, and strong turnout for holiday weekend at Asessippi Ski Resort
Excellent snow conditions, and a full calendar of events combined to deliver one of the busiest weekends of the season at Asessippi Ski Resort during the Louis Riel Day and Family Day long weekend.After a previous stretch of colder weather, the shift to mild conditions and bluebird skies brought a…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
Accident at Asessippi calls for STARS Ambulance
A person was airlifted to Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg last Saturday afternoon after a ski-related incident near Russell, MB, STARS air ambulance said Sunday.A STARS spokesperson said they could not provide details on the individual's condition.A spokesperson for Asessippi Ski Area & Resort, located north of Russell, declined to…
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
Wolverines’ Hicks confident in teams’ chances
By Derek HoltomWayway Wolverines skater Sebastien Hicks is dominating the MJHL, just as you would expect a 20-year-old forward to do. The team’s leading scorer entered last week on an 11-game point scoring heater, which coincides with the Wayway’s run which has seen them only lose one regulation game in…
Tuesday, 17 February 2026 06:00
Major Pratt hosts their Stick It To Cancer Game
Every year the staff, students and hockey parents of Major Pratt host their Stick It To Cancer game in February. And every year, it just gets better and better. Over the past 11 years the Major Pratt crew - including the younger classes has donated more than $210,866 to the…
Tuesday, 17 February 2026 06:00
Zabava: still one great Ukrainian party
Translated into English, the word Zabava means: fun, entertainment or party. And those who attended the packed house for Yachminka Ukrainian Dance Ensemble’s annual celebration got exactly that.Since the setback felt by Covid, the club has been growing continuously, growing with no sign of slowing down.“Our club is growing,” Tyla…