Roblin Review
Sunday, 26 February 2023 11:33
Illegal window tint can net a fine
Police pulled over a vehicle regarding illegal tint on windows. Warning issued. Parent later called the office to discuss the warning. Check out the facts in this week’s RCMP Report.
Sunday, 26 February 2023 11:31
RES PAC seeks new members
The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) at Roblin Elementary School is looking for a few good women and men. “We have 10 members right now but we’re losing five come June so we need to recruit desperately,” said the council’s current and outgoing chair Mary Newton. Want to know more? Check…
Sunday, 26 February 2023 11:30
High praise for students, staff
Roblin Fire & Rescue Chief Alf Brade had high praise for the students and staff of Roblin Elementary School. The school was forced to evacuate Thursday just before the noon hour because of a fire alarm. “They did everything right,” Brade said. “They didn’t waste any time, everybody got out…
Friday, 17 February 2023 10:28
EMC hosting WDP service
The invitation is out for everyone – men, women, and children of all ages – to join the 2023 World Day of Prayer and celebrate the theme “I have heard about your faith”. Roblin’s World Day of Prayer service will be hosted by the Roblin Evangelical Mission Church and takes…
Friday, 17 February 2023 10:24
Roblin hosts stick spiel
Roblin’s Senior Curling Club and the Municipality of Roblin’s Rec Department hosted the community’s first ever Two Person Stick Bonspiel Wednesday at the curling rink, attracting 16 rinks to town. The game features two curlers per rink who stay at one end of the sheet and throw three rocks each…
Friday, 17 February 2023 10:22
Borrowing by-law gets first reading
The Municipality of Roblin is proceeding with a borrowing by-law to cover the costs of four new graders and the construction of a new cell at the Roblin WDG (Waste Disposal Ground). Council gave first reading to the bylaw at its regular Jan. 24 meeting after holding a public hearing.…
Friday, 17 February 2023 10:22
Leimhofer offers radon testing
Manitoba has historically had higher levels of radon than the national averages. Health Canada has estimated about seven per cent of Canadians are living in homes above the radon guidelines, while about 19 per cent of Manitobans are facing that same challenge. Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive gas found…
Sunday, 12 February 2023 14:12
Instil Hope Counselling opens in Russell
Often the hardest part is deciding to reach out to a counsellor and finding someone you’re comfortable enough to work with, in processing past and current issues, working together toward a hopeful future. When you meet Breanne Goraluk – no matter the setting – the feeling hits instantly. Find out…
Sunday, 12 February 2023 14:11
Cross awarded medal
Bob Cross, a long-time local businessman, entrepreneur and philanthropist, was one of only a thousand Manitobans who have been singled out for their significant achievements and contributions to their communities. Cross was named a winner of the province’s Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. Check out a photo of the…
Sunday, 12 February 2023 14:10
Significant drug bust made
Prairie Mountain RCMP conducted a significant drug bust in Rossburn, Feb. 4. Located in a residence was 188 grams of cocaine, and 732 grams of methamphetamine, with a street value of over $37,000. Read more in this week’s RCMP Report
Sunday, 12 February 2023 14:09
Chamber hosts banner art search
In an effort to brighten things up on Main Street, the Roblin and District Chamber of Commerce is hosting a contest in search for designs to showcase as banners. The Street Banner Contest was visualized out of the popularity of the graduation banners that lined Main Street last June. Find…
Sunday, 05 February 2023 09:56
Big Buck Night returns
The MacNutt Hotel hosted its 21st annual Big Buck Night back in December after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic with 11 sets coming in for judging and 40 guests in attendance. The Non-Typical winner was Ryan Andres while Deven Andrews took top spot for Typical. Check out the…
Sunday, 05 February 2023 09:55
Gaber up for award again
It’s been another successful hockey season so far for North Dakota Fighting Hawks’ Riese Gaber. Riese is the son of Mike Gaber and grandson of Ken and Marion Gaber. His peers, prior to the season, named Gaber an assistant captain of the team. Details in this issue.
Sunday, 05 February 2023 09:54
Roblin MMF Local works to keep language alive
Keeping an Indigenous language alive is becoming a real challenge for those who have become disconnected from it. In an effort to keep the Michif language going, the Roblin MMF Local hosted Aen Swar Du Michif, an evening of Michif session, on Jan. 24 at the Roblin Life and Art…
Sunday, 05 February 2023 09:52
Parkland Acupuncture opens in Grandview
A new therapy service will be based out of Grandview and offering acupuncture services. Parkland Acupuncture is operated by Steve Payne and opened up this month. Payne, his wife and children recently moved to Grandview from Australia to be closer to his in-laws, the Grextons. More in this issue.