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Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor: Tourism, recreation and investment cannot co exist with gravel pits - please help residents and businesses resist
If - you love fishing Lake of the Prairies• you enjoy skiing at Asessippi Ski Resort• love the unspoiled environment of the Shell River Valley• you own a business that profits from the tourism attracted to these recreations you might want to know more about the recent application by a…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor: Opt for humanity over money
Dear Editor Recently I purchased two lots at Cottage Cove, planning to build my retirement home in this winter paradise. Summer was the clincher, with the peaceful beautiful sunsets, the long quiet sunny days, filled with fishing, hiking and boating with my godchildren, who live in the area. The only…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Letter to the Editor: The Shell River is an important spawning area for walleye, perch and pike for Lake of the Prairies
I was saddened to hear that there has been an application for a new gravel pit on the other side of the Shell River across from Cottage Cove. The first thing that comes to mind was additional dust and noise pollution which would obviously make the area much less desirable.…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:00
Aiden Ziprick named to NHL Central Scouting final rankings
Russell’s Aiden Ziprick is one of three Moose Jaw Warriors who have been named to the NHL Central Scouting’s final rankings ahead of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft presented by Upper Deck. Lynden Lakovic is ranked #14, Aiden Ziprick is ranked #162, and Connor Schmidt is ranked #213.Lynden Lakovic, 18,…
Tuesday, 05 May 2026 06:00
An Inglis Run for You, Mom
“Our family has endured a lot, but it never defines who we are. We continue to move through life with unwavering faith, genuine smiles, and an abundance of love to share with others.” -Elizabeth FingasIn February of 2021 the area was shocked at the sudden passing of Karen Fingas, a…
Tuesday, 05 May 2026 06:00
Build a team you can count on if disaster strikes
Join your neighbors and be part of the team your community can count on when disaster strikes.Our Russell Binscarth Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a volunteer group of trained residents who help during community events, emergencies and crises. Members learn basic medical aid, fire safety, light search and rescue,…
Tuesday, 05 May 2026 06:00
Bredenbury woman charged in huge drug bust
Over 60 charges have been laid, and five people have been arrested—including the rapper Decepti Kon and his girlfriend Kristen Frankow—after a massive drug trafficking investigation in Yorkton, Bredenbury, Bangor, and the RM of Orkney.On April 24, Saskatchewan RCMP’s Yorkton Saskatchewan Trafficking Response Team executed search warrants at four residential…
Tuesday, 05 May 2026 06:00
Radford returns to Russell Binscarth council table
Chris Radford will return to the Municipality of Russell Binscarth council table after being voted in by a largemargin at last week’s municipal by election.Chris Radford 299 votesLeanne Bily 142 votesDale Sawchuk 124 votesNick Foisy 42 votesThis by election however brought out a dismal 30 percent voter turnout where only…
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 06:00
Road washouts and floating culverts
At about 6:30 pm on Tuesday April 21st, Scott Gregor, the CFO of Riding Mountain West was checking out the water flowing under the municipal road off of Hwy 83 to the entrance to the Asessippi Beach & Campground.“I had driven down the road over the Bear Creek around 6:15…
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 06:00
Paint the ice event on Thursday
Our 1st Annual Paint the Ice Event is Thursday, April 30th from 6:00-7:30pm at the Russell Memorial Multiplex! Come join us to say “goodbye” to the ice for another season! We will have paint and brushes for you, but feel free to bring your washable kids paint, brushes, stencils, etc.…
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 06:00
Russell Senior Services holds Spring Fling
Russell Senior Services hosted their Spring Fling and brought in the ever popular Fugitives to coax the dancers onto the new dance floor. In all, about 70 people took advantage of the free afternoon which was made possible by funding from the province of Manitoba. The attendees were treated to…
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 06:00
Nighthawks capture MJHL title with ease
By Derek HoltomIn the end, the Niverville Nighthawks would not be denied their destiny.The Nighthawks clinched their first-ever league championship Thursday night in Virden as they beat the Oil Capitals 6-2, to win the Turnbull Cup in four straight games.Niverville dominated the playoffs, posting a 12-1 record over three rounds.…
Tuesday, 21 April 2026 06:00
Drop in federal excise tax lowers gas prices by 10 cents per litre
The global landscape is rapidly changing.In response, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control – building a stronger, more independent, more resilient economy. We’re building an economy where Canadians are empowered with greater security, certainty, and a lower cost of living.Global conflict and ongoing supply disruptions in…