Roblin Review News
Sunday, 12 May 2024 11:26
MPI takes farmer to court
Winter highway conditions unfortunately aren’t the only time that Manitoba drivers need to be concerned. At this time of year, there is plenty of agricultural traffic on the highways as farmers are busy trying to get work done in the fields. Drivers must not only be cautious of the equipment,…
Sunday, 12 May 2024 11:27
The play's the thing
Goose Lake High (GLH) senior students are getting ready for their upcoming drama production to finish off the year. This year’s production is being directed by GLH English, Drama and ICT teacher Bethany Brade. Brade was the director of First Kisses, which was staged at the Life and Art Centre…
Sunday, 12 May 2024 11:28
Another Kines image chosen
Canada Post has chosen a third shot by Arctic photographer Clare Kines for a stamp in its latest From Far and Wide series. Launched in 2018, From Far and Wide celebrates Canada’s natural beauty and vibrant cultural landscapes. Want to know more? Check out this week’s issue.
Sunday, 12 May 2024 11:29
Benefit for Gloria Saturday
A benefit supper and dance for Gloria Taylor is taking place this Saturday, May 18. Taylor suffered a huge loss April 26 when fire destroyed her home. The benefit takes place this Saturday at the Merridale Commuinty Hall with a smoked brisket supper at 7:30 and a dance to follow.…
Monday, 06 May 2024 09:17
Impaired driver reported
Around 7 p.m. on April 18, Roblin RCMP received a report of an impaired driver. Unfortunately, the incident was reported three hours after it happened. Members were tied up with another file and unable to attend. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, please call police immediately. More in…
Monday, 06 May 2024 09:18
New anti-crime measures coming
The Manitoba government reiterated its commitment to making rural communities safer and Manitobans feel safe through its five-point plan that includes strengthening the province’s bail system and developing a new provincewide strategy to reduce crime and make communities safer. The announcement was made by Premier Wab Kinew and Justice Minister…
Monday, 06 May 2024 09:20
Council gets some answers
A meeting called by the Municipality of Roblin to determine if a shortage of workers and housing was an issue for the community definitely did what it was expected to do. The round table meeting, held April 24 at the Community Centre, brought together close to 30 community members including…
Monday, 29 April 2024 09:43
Province, feds up the ante
The governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing financial support to Manitoba’s Livestock Predation Prevention Program, which supports the adoption of proactive on-farm measures to deter predator attacks. The latest funding was announced Thursday by federal ag minister Lawrence MacAulay and Manitoba ag minister Ron Kostyshyn. Check out this week’s…
Monday, 29 April 2024 09:44
Roblin Golf & Country Club holds AGM
Getting more golfers on the links. That was the major issue of discussion for the members as the Roblin Golf & Country Club held its annual general meeting, April 22. Seven members and six members of the executive were on hand to take a look at the year that was…
Monday, 29 April 2024 09:45
Calls for trustee to resign
Calls for the resignation of a Mountain View School Division trustee are mounting. People around the province are reacting to a 30-minute presentation made by trustee Paul Coffey at the board’s regular meeting Apr. 22, which many are calling hateful and ignorant. Want to know more? Check out this week’s…
Monday, 29 April 2024 09:46
Save our green space
A decision by MOR council to subdivide the Children’s Legacy Park property and sell two lots has not gone over well with members of the Roblin Playgrounds Revitalization committee. Committee member Kayla Gaber says they have been for two years fundraising to revitalize Lions Park – located in the northeast…
Monday, 22 April 2024 09:35
Help to keep seniors at home and safe
Eligible seniors can now apply for the Safe and Healthy Home for Seniors Program, a $1.5-million program to help cover the cost of home accessibility and safety upgrades. Seniors aged 65 and older and family members who have seniors living with them can apply for funding of up to $5,000…
Monday, 22 April 2024 09:36
Take pictures
With spring time, comes bike riding time. With more bikes out and about, comes more bikes being stolen. Police would like to encourage everyone to take a picture of your bike on your phone and take a picture of your serial number also. Check out this week’s RCMP report for…
Monday, 22 April 2024 09:37
MDA concerned about the CDCP
The long awaited Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) finally rolled out this year, but has left many with more questions than answers. Very little information has been put out letting people know ahead of time just how the CDCP will work. The Manitoba Dental Association (MDA), which regulates the practice…
Monday, 22 April 2024 09:38
Fusion CU holds AGM
Fusion Credit Union has announced a patronage allocation of $525,000 to members, plus $784,000 in cash payouts to select members, for a total of $1.3 million in total returns in 2024, based on 2023 results. The news came at Fusion’s annual general meeting held Wednesday in Brandon. Find out more…