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Tuesday, 16 December 2025 06:00
Traffic stop leads to drug trafficking charges in Waywayseecappo
On December 4, 2025, at approximately 9:45 pm Manitoba First Nations Police Service officers were on a pro-active patrol and conducted a traffic stop in Waywayseecappo to ensure sobriety and proper licencing. Further investigation led to all occupants of the vehicle being detained under the controlled drugs and substances act.With…
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 06:00
Wareham Holds High Hopes for Wolverines
By Derek HoltomThe Waywayseecappo Wolverines have perhaps the best-one-two option in goal in the MJHL this season. Whether it’s Mariko Bercier or Jase Wareham, when the Wolverines enter action, they have a solid netminder with plenty of experience to draw from.For Wareham, this will be his last year of junior…
Monday, 15 December 2025 16:36
Province Supports Foxwarren Rink Rebuild
The Manitoba government is contributing $100,000 through its From the Ground Up – Safe Healthy Communities for ALL program to help rebuild the roof at the Foxwarren District Recreation Centre (FDRC), Municipal and Northern Relations Minister Glen Simard announced last week.“These critical repairs will help ensure the FDRC remains the…
Monday, 15 December 2025 16:29
Annual Family Dance Kicks off Christmas in Russell
It’s difficult to remember how many years the Family Dance has been part of our Christmas season here in Russell.Many families have memories of their kids running around the dance floor more than thirty years ago. Then, for reasons not remembered, the Family Dance petered out until it was revived…
Tuesday, 09 December 2025 06:00
We’ll Meet You Out at The Shop
In most really small towns, when the elevator closes its doors, the rest of the town begins to slowly slip away. In Inglis, like so much else in their community, they took that as an opportunity and turned it into something amazing - a national historic site.In fact, that’s where…
Tuesday, 09 December 2025 06:00
Binscarth Haunted House Gives Back
Pictured above, The Parkland Outlaws football team who helps out every year - whether it be with setting up, scaring, ortearing down the Haunted House, received $1,000 for their continuing efforts for the cause. Find out who the three other recipients were in this week's Russell Banner.
Tuesday, 09 December 2025 06:00
MPI helps Manitobans Navigate Snow and Ice with Winter Tire Program
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. Winter months show the highest number…
Tuesday, 09 December 2025 06:00
Santa’s lacing Up His Skates Dec.14th
Skate with SANTA is scheduled for Sunday, December 14 from 6:00-7:30pm at the Russell Memorial Multiplex! This a FREE event sponsored by the Municipality of Russell Binscarth Recreation Department. There will also be ornaments to decorate on the concourse! Come join us! Registration for Session #2 of GYM KIDS is…
Tuesday, 02 December 2025 06:00
Fight Against Dementia raises thousands
Don and Dianna DeMontigny and their daughters Tanya Thompson and Shannon Leflar have been a part of this community - as well as Roblin - for decades. About five years ago, Dianna was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Recently, Tanya - who has won national awards as a volleyball coach - took…
Tuesday, 02 December 2025 06:00
Major Pratt School boys bring home provincial gold
The Major Pratt Trojans delivered a truly dominant run at the Provincial Championship. They went undefeated in the round robin, showcasing consistency, focus, and high-level execution from the very first whistle.In the playoffs, Major Pratt continued their commanding form. They opened with a strong straight-set win over the Warren Wildcats…
Tuesday, 02 December 2025 06:00
Fusion Credit Union Announces Partnership with the Brandon Wheat Kings
Fusion Credit Union is proud to announce a new multi-year partnership with the Brandon Wheat Kings uniting two organizations deeply committed to community, youth development, and local pride throughout Manitoba.The partnership focuses on expanding grassroots programs, enhancing financial literacy opportunities, and supporting initiatives that create meaningful impact for families across…
Monday, 01 December 2025 16:56
Take A Year Off Lottery Has a Number of Local Winners
For more than a two decades, Russell’s Take a Year Off Lottery has been one of our major fundraisers for area facilities and projects. At the same time, it’s one of the most talked about lotteries in our area.This year, the ‘locals’ have a bit more to talk about as…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 06:00
Outdoor Rink Almost Ready
Pickleball: In Russell on Tuesdays from 1-3pm at the GPB and Thursdays from 9-11am and again from 7-9pm at the GPB (106 Shell River Ave. S) Pickleball is FREE and we provide all equipment. Never played? No problem! We will teach you!Pickleball has been cancelled in Binscarth on Mondays, due…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 06:00
Russell Hospital Auxiliary Donates Pediatric Crib
Members of the Russell Hospital Auxiliary (l-r) Virginia Beelaert, Anne Petz, Alice Coulter, RN Anna Chipelski, Ethel Lungal, Annette Ramsden, Judy Preston, Abbey Vorlicek - Care Team Manager for Russell Health Centre, Mina Laycock and Louise Lungal gathered at the Russell Health Centre on Nov. 14, 2025. They presented a…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 06:00
Lion's Club Christmas Craft Show a Success
The Russell Lions Club have held their annual Christmas Craft show for about the last decade or so. And, depending upon the weather, it’s always been well attended, both by shoppers and vendors. This year’s event was no different as the 2025 show drew 46 vendors from as far afield…