Roblin Review
Sunday, 02 October 2022 12:29
Memories of Mort's
It’s been 23 years since the closing of Mort’s Grocery Store in Boggy Creek and there may not be anything left of the old store, but the memories of the store are still talked about today. James Mortemore, known to many in the area as Jim or Mort, opened the…
Sunday, 02 October 2022 12:28
More seats for new veterinarians
The Manitoba government is expanding an interprovincial agreement (IPA) with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at the University of Saskatchewan to provide increased annual funding for the acceptance of an additional five Manitoba students per year. The news was announced by education, skills and immigration minister Jon Reyes…
Sunday, 02 October 2022 12:27
MLAs back on the job
MLAs went back to work for the fall legislative session Wednesday and the government says it is focusing on the priorities of Manitobans. “Our government is united and ready to continue working hard for all Manitobans,” said government house leader Kelvin Goertzen. Want to know more? Check out this week’s…
Sunday, 02 October 2022 12:26
Sipie's in Pow Wow Pitch finals
Indigenous business owner Dakota Sipie from Tootinaowaziibeeng Treaty Reserve has landed his company, Sipie’s Mobile Wash as a finalist in Pow Wow Pitch. Sipie recently made his pitch to the panel of six judges virtually, where he was asked a variety of questions. Find out more in this week’s issue.
Saturday, 24 September 2022 14:21
Take your keys and lock your doors
Police would like to remind everyone in town to please take the keys out of your vehicle when going inside, and lock your vehicle doors all the time. Locking your vehicle doors is the first deterrent for thieves. Read about this and more in this week’s RCMP Report.
Saturday, 24 September 2022 14:21
First Nation signs agreement
Minegoziibe Anishinabe (MA), also known as Pine Creek First Nation, has signed a legally binding agreement with the Province of Manitoba and Louisiana Pacific. This came in light of a lawsuit filed by MA against the provincial government and the timber company. The new agreement settles the lawsuit and provides…
Saturday, 24 September 2022 14:20
Love Bomb hitting the stage at RES
The Northwest Métis Council has formed a partnership with Mountain View School Division (MVSD) and is bringing in a production called Love Bomb. The play, staged by Shameless Hussy Productions, is an uncensored and realistic take on how a predator can lure someone in to be trafficked by using ‘love…
Saturday, 24 September 2022 14:19
No shortage of candidates
Local ratepayers will have some choices to make in next month’s municipal elections. Elections will be taking place in Grandview Municipality, the RM of Riding Mountain West and the Municipality of Roblin. A plebiscite is being held in the Municipality of Roblin regarding angle vs. parallel parking on Main Street.…
Sunday, 18 September 2022 12:43
Fusion announces final five
Fusion Credit Union is in its second year of running the Community Infusion competition and has announced its “Final Five” contestants in the running. Contestants from all over the area submitted applications and represented various business and commerce sectors in the region, with the number of applications being relatively similar…
Sunday, 18 September 2022 12:42
Hometown hero
Former Roblinite Daryl Case was among a number of courageous Canadians – from private citizens to police officers and firefighters – to receive Decorations for Bravery at a ceremony in Ottawa, Sept. 9. The medals were presented by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada. The…
Sunday, 18 September 2022 12:41
ECCCC holds seventh annual Walk of Hop
Over the second weekend in September, the Expanding Community Cancer Care Committee held its seventh annual Walk of Hope in Russell raising $71,000 for the project. With the announcement in May that the province would be kicking in ‘the difference’, it’s hoped that the need for another Walk of Hope…
Sunday, 18 September 2022 12:40
Food bank opens for 30th season
Many people are faced with rising costs and just not earning a living wage to make ends meet. One community program has been providing assistance locally to ensure that no family in Roblin goes hungry. The Roblin Food Bank has opened up for its 30th season after again closing for…
Sunday, 11 September 2022 15:31
WCG wraps up tour in Roblin
Westman Communications Group wrapped up its 2022 #ConnectingWestman Tour in Roblin Sept. 8 with a charity barbeque at the Parkway Co-op Food Store and an open house showcasing its products and services at the Drop-In Centre. The highly successful tour of Westman communities – put on hiatus for two years…
Sunday, 11 September 2022 15:30
NWMC fosters GBV programs
Ever since the Covid pandemic, reports of Gender Based Violence (GBV) are on the rise and although the numbers are greatly increasing, the reality is that there are many more instances that are going unreported. Statistics show that 64 per cent of women in Canada have experienced physical, sexual or…
Sunday, 11 September 2022 15:29
More catalytic convertors stolen
There has also been an increase in stolen catalytic converters in the area. Please know that it is not just Roblin plagued with this problem. Here, police are working extended hours and are taking steps to apprehend the suspects. If you have the option, please put your vehicles in a…