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Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:42
The Christmas Star shines over Silverton
Families from around the area have gathered for generations at the Silverton Hall to celebrate the coming of the Christmas season. This year was no different as grandparents and parents brought their youngsters to meet with Santa and his elves and gathered together around the manger under the Christmas Star.…
Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:38
Thompson wins Volleyball Manitoba Coach of the Year
It’s been an exciting couple of weeks for Tanya Thompson and her girls.... First, the Major Pratt Lady Trojans swept the MHSAA AA Volleyball provincials - losing only one set throughout the entire tournament. Looking at the statistics, as Thompson pointed out, this level of success is nothing new for…
Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:36
Trojans bring home gold
For the second year running, the Major Pratt Lady Trojans have emerged as the MHSAA Provincial AA Volleyball Champions. “Last year we only had one graduating player so we had six returning players and six new girls join us,” coach Tanya Thompson said “So it was very much the same…
Tuesday, 06 December 2022 09:09
Hundreds of hats donated to Beth Naylor collection
Anyone who grew up here – especially anyone who was involved in the arts - might remember Beth Naylor. She was the type of woman you’d remember. Always perfectly turned out in the best of clothing with a sparkling sense of humor and fantastic community spirit. Miss Naylor was best…
Tuesday, 06 December 2022 09:05
Santa visits for Food Connection
'Tis the season. Whether we like it or not, there’s plenty of snow and beautifully lit Christmas trees on all the lampposts on Main Street. So we knew it wouldn’t be long before Santa and his friendly helpers from the MJHL Waywayseecappo Wolverines teamed up for the annual parade. Last…
Tuesday, 15 November 2022 10:11
From Binscarth to the country music big stage
"After a lot of hard work, many long nights, and unbreakable determination, my new chapter as a solo artist has begun, with the promise to give you one hell of a musical experience. Through all of this, only a few things have stayed consistent: myself, my guitar, my music, and…
Tuesday, 15 November 2022 10:09
Chase the Ace finally goes
Week after week, the Chase the Ace lottery has been the talk of the town. The talk changed to cheers as Marilyn Lee took home the jackpot of $17,140 after her name was drawn and the number she’d picked matched the envelope containing the Ace of Spades. With almost a…
Tuesday, 08 November 2022 09:58
Bringing skill and teaching to the court
The Major Pratt Senior Girls Varsity Volleyball Team have had an absolutely stellar season to date, winning all but one of the six high school tournaments they’ve entered. The team is hoping to continue their success throughout the remainder of their season and their goal is to bring home the…
Sunday, 06 November 2022 14:04
Family steps up
As time goes on, many of our war veterans have passed on and all we are left with is a few memories, photos and stories. One family has a unique history of a father and all of his sons serving their country when they became of age. Read the rest…
Tuesday, 01 November 2022 08:44
Caribbean evening close to sold out
It was one of those events that Covid cancelled - over and over again. But in the end, it was well worth the wait. On October 22nd, the George P. Buleziuk Centre was filled with laughter, song and dance - and even a wee bit of fire - as well…
Tuesday, 25 October 2022 07:29
Like you're walking into a city store
When you walk through the doors of the newly opened Waywayseecappo FoodMart, it’s likely you’ll have to stop and take in the view for just a second or two.... It’s bright and inviting with large wide aisles and shelves that are big enough to house a huge variety of stock.…
Tuesday, 18 October 2022 07:53
Welcoming Beef and Barley back
“Oh it feels so good to be back together!” No matter what Beef and Barley event you may have taken in, that was the feeling around town over the Thanksgiving long weekend. In the more than thirty years since our annual Beef and Barley festival began, the first long weekend…
Wednesday, 28 September 2022 14:58
Letter to the Editor: Newsletter false and misleading prior to election
Dear Editor: Once again, I find myself in a position where I must respond to, in this instant, a newsletter that has been circulated to residents of Russell Binscarth Municipality. To my dismay, this newsletter is filled with misinformation, and inaccurate and false statements. It begins by making a statement…
Wednesday, 28 September 2022 13:35
Letter to the Editor: My Truth
Dear Editor: It has been brought to my attention that a poster has surfaced publicly at both Post Offices a few times over this past week aiming to discredit me. It has and will be removed by Postal Staff as it defies eligibility for what is allowed to be posted…