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Tuesday, 02 June 2026 06:00
Dr. Debnath visits before arriving in the fall
By Terrie WelwoodRussell BannerFor Prairie Mountain Health, the region’s Recruitment and Retention Team it’s ‘all hands-on deck’ with their near constant search for doctors.As such, the team partners with representatives from the province, region and individual communities to all work together to promote the benefits of living and working in…
Tuesday, 02 June 2026 06:00
Forty-one first year medical students to visit fourteen Manitoba communities including Russell and Roblin
An enthusiastic group of first-year medical students from the University of Manitoba’s Max Rady College of Medicine will participate in Rural Week across the Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) region from May 25–29 and June 1–5.Coordinated annually by the Department of Family Medicine, Shared Health (Manitoba Healthcare Providers Network), and Manitoba’s…
Tuesday, 02 June 2026 06:00
Town wide garage sale June 20th
The Russell Townwide Garage Sale is scheduled for Saturday, June 20th from 9am-3:30pm. If you would like your address added to the map, please contact the recreation office: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. From out of town? We will be offering in space inside the rink for $20.Summer Camps are back! The camps are…
Tuesday, 02 June 2026 06:00
Manitoba Statistics Bureau confirms dire StatsCan inflation numbers: PC Caucus
Manitoba’s Bureau of Statistics has confirmed last week’s dire inflation numbers from Statistics Canada and the worsening trend that Manitobans are experiencing under the NDP.The new data shows that Manitoba families are facing an intensifying affordability crisis as inflation accelerates across every major household expense category. The all-items Consumer Price…
Tuesday, 26 May 2026 06:00
Threats against police described as ‘chilling’
By Skye AndersonThe Brandon Sun ROSSBURN — The Crown is asking the court to sentence a Russell man who’s made repeated threats against police to two years in custody.“The level of disrespect and contempt that he shows toward members of the community who are attempting to keep the rest of…
Tuesday, 26 May 2026 06:00
Russell Leisure Centre in real need of new board members
Russell Leisure Club was established in 1978 as a drop-in center for seniors. It is also the home for an office for the Senior Services of Banner County where seniors can feel comfortable attending to get use of services directed at senior citizens. Lifeline, assistance for completion of forms for…
Tuesday, 26 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor - Demand moral accountability from Tri Roads
The future of Asessippi Resort and surrounding villages and businesses, if the proposed gravel pit is approved, was revealed in an article in the Calgary Herald this week entitled “Judge certifies class action lawsuit against Lafarge's Exshaw cement plant, alleging health hazards.”Cited in the statement of claim by 700 residents…
Tuesday, 26 May 2026 06:00
Manitoba Hydro reminds agricultural producers to stay safe
As agricultural producers return to their fields this spring, Manitoba Hydro is reminding them to stay safe around power lines, poles and other electrical equipment. “Working in the fields? Watch for power lines,” is one of the messages featured in Manitoba Hydro’s new public safety campaign, “Safety is the answer.”Farm…
Tuesday, 19 May 2026 06:00
Public meeting held re: proposed urban reserve involving three properties on Russell’s Main Street
Approximately 50 people attended a public meeting discussing the urban reserve proposed by Gambler First Nation and the federal government encompassing the property at 447-459 Main St. N. - commonly known as the offices of Gambler First Nation, The Russell Banner and Canada Post. The following questions were presented to…
Tuesday, 19 May 2026 06:00
Province invests in Westman health-care workforce
BRANDON—The Manitoba government is investing in the health-care workforce in the Westman region with new paramedic training seats and new child-care spaces for health-care workers, Premier Kinew announced at the Brandon Chamber of Commerce’s State of the Province address.“Paramedics are the first to arrive when your family needs emergency care…
Tuesday, 19 May 2026 06:00
Paint the ice event was a huge success
Our 1st Annual Paint the Ice Event was a great success! Thank you to all who came out!The Russell Townwide Garage Sale is scheduled for Saturday, June 20th from 9am-3:30pm. If you would like your address added to the map, please contact the recreation office: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. From out of town?…
Tuesday, 19 May 2026 06:00
Manitoba government supports heart and stroke care
The Manitoba government is continuing its partnership with Heart and Stroke Manitoba with $150,000 in funding to support public education on stroke awareness through the FAST Signs of Stroke campaign and women’s heart health initiatives, as well as an additional $25,000 to support the new Women’s Heart Care Clinic at…