Roblin Review
Monday, 01 December 2025 10:16
New bursary program for EMRs
The Manitoba government is helping rural municipalities recruit emergency medical responders (EMRs) through a new bursary program and in-community training programs to support rural emergency response services.“We’ve heard loud and clear from local municipalities that they rely on EMRs to deliver front-line emergency services and keep people in the communities,…
Monday, 01 December 2025 10:15
MP votes no
Local MP Dan Mazier voted against Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first federal budget.Mazier criticizes the fact that it includes a $78 billion deficit and increases federal spending by $90 billion this year.More in this week’s issue.
Saturday, 22 November 2025 13:57
MOR holds ratepayer's meeting
There didn’t seem to be many bones of contention among attendees as the Municipality of Roblin (MOR) held its annual ratepayers’ meeting Nov. 17.There were no lively and lengthy discussions about grader operations or talk about physician shortages but a few of the 18 ratepayers gathered at the Community Centre…
Saturday, 22 November 2025 13:56
PA Raiders coming for supper
Brayden Dube and his Prince Albert Raiders of the WHL are hitting the golf course this Thursday for supper and a meet and greet, if you’re so inclined.Dube is the son of the club house manager Christie and her husband Garth and the team is on its way to Brandon…
Saturday, 22 November 2025 13:55
Prints not human
RCMP were called out Nov. 17 after receiving a report of suspicious person as footprints left on property in the snow. Footprints were determined to be from a bear. Find out what else kept police busy over the last two weeks in this week’s RCMP Report.
Saturday, 22 November 2025 13:54
MLAs go back to work
The Manitoba government was joined by members of the public and community leaders from across the province at the reading of the speech from the throne Tuesday, which outlines what Manitobans can expect from their government this new session..The speech outlined the government’s plan to build on its progress over…
Saturday, 22 November 2025 13:53
Perogy and sausage wars
The Parkway Co-op held its third annual Perogies & Sausage cook-off Nov. 7 in all three of its member communities – Grandview, Roblin and Rossburn – inviting people to put their culinary skills to the test and hosting supper for the rest. Judging the event in Roblin were Co-op director…
Monday, 17 November 2025 10:32
Angels, Raiders advance to provincials
Goose Lake High’s Angels and Raiders Varsity volleyball teams are heading to their respective provincials Nov. 27 to 29.The girls AA championships take place at Prairie Mountain High School in Somerset while the boys AA provincials go at Major Pratt School in Russell.To read about how they got to the…
Monday, 17 November 2025 10:31
Branch #24 hosts Remembrance Day service
Members of Roblin Branch #24 of the Royal Canadian Legion hosted the community’s Remembrance Day service Tuesday at the Community Centre to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice and to those who served their country during war time and in times of peace. Goose Lake High principal Kirk Wilson…
Monday, 17 November 2025 10:30
Can't afford winter tires?
As Manitobans pull their winter boots out of the closet and brace for another Prairie winter, Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) is reminding everyone that it is just as important to think about what your vehicle is using when in contact with snow and ice. The MPI Winter Tire Program provides…
Monday, 17 November 2025 10:30
Farmers offered a reward
The governments of Canada and Manitoba are introducing a new program that helps farmers adopt sustainable practices and save money. The program was announced Thursday by federal ag minister Heath MacDonald and his provincial counterpart Ron Kostyshyn.Starting in the 2026 crop year, Manitoba farmers who plant perennial forage crops on…
Monday, 17 November 2025 10:28
Craft show held
It may have started out as just a “craft show” but the Roblin & District Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas market held Saturday has grown to encompass so much more than handmade toys and Christmas goodies. While there are still plenty of those to choose from, vendors include the most…
Monday, 10 November 2025 10:44
Vets' family shares stories
The family of three of the 30 World War II veterans honoured with banners on Roblin’s Main Street has shared their war time stories. The remembrances were submitted by Herb and Diane Lovas. “It is great that they are putting memorial flags up on main street in Roblin to honour…
Monday, 10 November 2025 10:44
Watch for new 4-way stop
RCMP would like to bring your attention to some new stop signs in town. On 3rd Avenue South west and King street. What was only a stop sign for those going east and west, is now a 4–Way stop for everyone. Please be aware of these changes, and drive safely.…
Monday, 10 November 2025 10:43
Budget a costly one: Poilievre
Opposition leader Peter Poilievre said the Liberals have introduced the most costly and largest budget deficit in history outside of COVID and that the cost of this Liberal budget will drive up the cost of food, housing, and everything else that Canadians buy.He said the Prime Minister has broken every…