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Tuesday, 07 April 2026 06:00
Candidates share their thoughts - By-election
Editor’s Note:With the by-election now declared for Wednesday April 29th with voting at the George P. Buleziuk Centre in Russell and the Municipal Office in Binscarth running between 8 am and 8 pm and early voting held in the Brad Room at the Civic Centre on Russell’s Main Street on…
Tuesday, 07 April 2026 06:00
IGA Easter Cake Decorating Well Attended
There was very colorful icing, mini eggs, gummy worms and jelly beans and a whole bunch of happy kids, parents and grandparents as the Russell IGA hosted a free Easter cake decorating event over the last weekend in March heading toward the Easter long weekend.
Tuesday, 07 April 2026 06:00
Outdoor rink now closed
Pickleball is in the GPB Hall in Russell!Tuesdays from 1-3pm and Thursdays from 9-11am and again from 7-9pm! Pickleball is still ongoing at the Binscarth school on Monday evenings from 7-9pm! Pickleball is FREE and we have all equipment needed. Clean, indoor shoes required.Badminton is in Russell at the GPB…
Tuesday, 07 April 2026 06:00
Research, learn and VOTE - Editor opinion
There’s a by election coming on April 29 to replace Ray Elliott’s seat on municipal council. We have four people running, all of whom I think would be fantastic additions to council.And I know people are already talking about it. For those of us who have been in town for…
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 06:00
MJHL final four set for puck drop
By Derek HoltomWell that was quick, wasn’t it?Three of the four first-round series were completed in as short a time as possible as the Virden Oil Capitals, Waywayseecappo Wolverines and the Niverville Nighthawks all swept their first-round series.As a result the second round matchups are set, both featuring East Division…
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 06:00
Davidson family heirloom returned
If you’re from this area, it’s highly likely you’ll be familiar with someone from the Davidson family.Last week, a First World War memorial medal lost for decades was returned, reconnecting them with a deeply personal piece of their history and the sacrifice of two brothers who never came home.The medal,…
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 06:00
No Gym Kids during school spring break
Pickleball is back on in the GPB Hall in Russell! Tuesdays from 1-3pm and Thursdays from 9-11am and again from 7-9pm! Pickleball is still ongoing at the Binscarth school on Monday evenings from 7-9pm! Pickleball is FREE and we have all equipment needed. Clean, indoor shoes required.Badminton is back on…
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 06:00
Unfortunately, things are getting worse - Letter to the Editor
Hi, my name is Levi Cottingham and I am a Conservative (for those who didn’t already know).Now that we got that out of the way…Manitobans were promised meaningful change when the Manitoba New Democratic Party formed government. Unfortunately, things are getting worse. Ask a healthcare worker. Ask a parent. Ask…
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 06:00
Asessippi named finalist in Manitoba Tourism award for third time
Asessippi Ski Area & Resort has once again been recognized as a leader in Manitoba’s tourism industry, earning a nomination for Business of the Year – Large at the upcoming provincial tourism awards.The award recognizes a tourism business, facility, event, or attraction with 20 or more employees that provides exceptional…
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 06:00
Provincial Park Campground reservations open April 13-17
The Manitoba government is encouraging campers and outdoor enthusiasts to mark their calendars as the Parks Reservation Service opens for the 2026 camping season in less than a month, Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes announced.“Manitobans are eager to get outside and enjoy our provincial parks this summer,” said…
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 06:00
MJHL playoffs well underway now
By Derek HoltomThe MJHL playoffs are well under way as the first round started this past weekend. Here’s a quick recap of the four series as of Monday morning.Titans versus Oil CapitalsNeepawa is in big trouble following the first two games, after being out-scored 10-1 in their first two games…
