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Monday, 27 October 2025 14:38
MPNP Program Invites Health Care Workers to Build Careers in Manitoba
The Manitoba government is continuing to recruit health-care workers and support the province’s health-care system by inviting more than 300 health-care professionals to stay and build their careers in Manitoba.“Our government is rebuilding health care after years of cuts and neglect,” said Labour and Immigration Minister Malaya Marcelino. “By making…
Monday, 27 October 2025 14:42
Russell and Roblin Men Arrested in Melinda Lynxleg Murder
By Terrie WelwoodRussell Banner The family of a 40-year-old mother of six was finally given a measure of peace with the announcement of the arrest of three men from Russell, Roblin and Tootinaowaziibeeng Treaty Reserve - formerly known as Valley River.The arrests come as part of the five-year investigation into…
Monday, 20 October 2025 14:31
Earthquake in Esterhazy Registers 3.7 Magnitude
This short article was on the World Spectators Facebook page. We’ve also included some questions posed to the World Spectator staff and their researched reply.There was a 3.7 magnitude earthquake Sunday night in the Esterhazy area with people reporting significant shaking at around 11:08 pm followed by a smaller quake…
Monday, 20 October 2025 14:34
Russell Recreation Department Gets New Name and Logo
We’re excited to share a small update about how we serve you! The team formerly known as Assiniboine Valley Recreation is now officially operating as the Recreation Department of the Municipality of Russell–Binscarth.While our name has changed, our commitment to community, recreation, and active living remains exactly the same. You’ll…
Monday, 20 October 2025 14:39
Selkirk on Target to Complete 800 Hip and Knee Surgeries
A new surgical program at Selkirk Regional Health Centre (SRHC) launched by the Manitoba government has completed 399 hip and knee joint replacements as of Oct. 16, nearly half of its target of 800, Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara announced.“This investment is about helping more Manitobans live…
Monday, 20 October 2025 14:46
Are Steelers Contenders, or Pretenders?
So, are the Selkirk Steelers for real this year? The answer just might be yes. Or at the very least, they are positioned to get back into the playoffs this year for the first time since 2022.A month into the season, the Steelers sit atop the MJHL standings with 20…
Monday, 20 October 2025 14:53
Russell Rams Preparing for Upcoming Season
The Russell Rams are heading back on the ice during the first week of November. In preparation for the season, the guys were selling squares at the Beef & Barley Trade show.
Monday, 20 October 2025 14:43
Wolverines Stumble Against Divisional Foes
By Derek HoltomThe Waywayseecappo Wolverines missed a glorious chance to pick up some key divisional victories against the last-place Northern Manitoba Blizzard and create even more distance between themselves and the bottom of the West Division last week. Instead, with just one point in three games last week, things are…
Tuesday, 14 October 2025 10:52
PADCOM signs deal with Port of Churchill
By Jeffrey JonesGlobe and MailCalgary PADCOM A small Manitoba potash producer has signed a partnership agreement with the operator of the Port of Churchill to evaluate exporting the fertilizer ingredient at the Hudson Bay facility, which is being considered for a multibillion-dollar expansion. Read more in this weeks issue of…
Tuesday, 14 October 2025 10:37
MMF Breaks Ground on Housing Units for Elders and Seniors
The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis is proud to announce that, as part of its ongoing commitment to affordable, safe, and accessible housing for Red River Métis Citizens across the province, has broken ground for its Russell Métis Seniors Affordable Housing project. This…
Wednesday, 08 October 2025 12:40
Gambler hosts students in huge Reconciliation Day event
About 120 students - mainly from grades 5 - 9 from Inglis, Major Pratt, Binscarth School, Ecole St Lazare and Birtle gathered at the Geo. P. Buleziuk Centre as Gambler First Nation hosted an event focusing on the meaning and importance of Reconciliation Day in Canada. Although it wasn’t requested,…
Tuesday, 20 February 2024 06:00
Bochek Looking to Cap Junior Career in Style
By Derek HoltomKyle Bochek’s hockey journey has taken him all around Western Canada – from his hometown of Moosomin, Sask., to Melville, Sask., to Vancouver, to Niverville, and finally, with the end in sight, Waywayseecappo.Just 80 minutes up the highway from his hometown, Bochek is looking to make an impact…
Tuesday, 20 February 2024 06:00
Pink Cancer Game Raises Over 27K
Every year, the Major Pratt Trojans Pink Cancer game is one of the most joyful events in the community. And it’s more than just all that pink. This year was the 10th year that the Trojan High School hockey team hosted the fundraiser in aid of the expansion of the…
Tuesday, 20 February 2024 06:00
Royal Winnipeg Ballet Coming to Town
The Royal Winnipeg Ballet School’s On the Edge tour has sent dancers on the road to share the power of ballet and other dance forms with new audiences in schools and community spaces for almost 50 years. Pioneered by the RWB in 1945, the famous ‘one - night stand’ model…
Tuesday, 20 February 2024 06:00
Jon Montgomery Receives 4-H Distinguished Alumni Award
Olympic Champion and renowned TV host of The Amazing Race Canada, Jon Montgomery is a proud second-generation 4-H’er. His involvement in the 4-H movement began in his hometown of Russell, MB, where he was a youth member of the Russell 4-H Beef Club for four years.A proud alum, Jon has…