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Monday, 24 November 2025 12:49
Waywayseecappo Supports Passion 4 Paws Building
Passion 4 Paws board and committee members; (l-r back row): Marg Fraser, Brent Rosnoski, Carrie Burton, Shallon Fowler, Julia Renz, Amanda Drebit, Chantell Senchuk, Erin Hamilton, Cheryl Collins and Kevin Tomsha. (Front row l-r) Andrea Glasman, Samantha Diores, LaVerne Rosnoski Tomsha, Tori Tomsha, Sherry Sabeski and Michelle Gambler had reason…
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…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 06:00
Manitoba Government Expands Paramedic Training Seats
The Manitoba government is taking major steps to strengthen emergency medical services across the province by expanding training opportunities for paramedics, Premier Wab Kinew, Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara and Advanced Education and Training Minister Renée Cable announced.“Our government is rebuilding emergency medical services so Manitobans can…
Monday, 17 November 2025 16:31
Lest We Forget - In Elegant Style
The Remembrance Day ceremonies at Binscarth school on Nov 10 had a special addition when, after the school event, students and adults walked west from the school toward the cenotaph carrying the absolutely beautiful shroud of 2,100 crocheted poppies.Pat Orsak who had seen mention of crocheted poppy shrouds in Minnedosa…
Sunday, 09 November 2025 17:16
Evening in Paris Show a Success
Clothing from the Beth Naylor Historic Collection was showcased in the Evening in Paris event in the beautiful Knox United Church in Russell. Some of the pieces dating back to the 1800’s. It was a walk through time as some dresses showcased the opulent 20’s moving into the 30’s and…
Sunday, 09 November 2025 17:41
Friendly’s Wins Fusion Credit Union Award
Innovation, inspiration, and hometown pride was on full display as Fusion Credit Union announced the winners of Community Infusion 2025. The annual event celebrates local entrepreneurs with bold ideas and the drive to make a difference in their communities.Four finalists took the stage at this year’s final live event, each…
Monday, 03 November 2025 21:20
Veterans Banner Program Returns to Russell
Thanks to the hard work and organization of Russell Legion Branch president Al Marshall, the Veterans Banner program has returned.As an extension of the programs of the last two years, the number of banners have grown substantially over last year where families of veterans in Russell had started with 19…
Monday, 03 November 2025 21:31
Roblin 25 Year Old Killed in UTV Accident
Russell RCMP were dispatched to a report of a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) rollover on highway 83 and Road 135 North in Riding Mountain West.Officers immediately headed to the scene and upon arrival observed Emergency Medical Services administering CPR to a male laying on the ground.The driver, a 25-year-old male…
Monday, 03 November 2025 21:38
Municipalities Take Back Zoning Decisions
The Municipalities of Russell Binscarth and Riding Mountain West are currently in the process of updating their zoning by-laws to better reflect the needs and priorities of our communities. Zoning by-laws play a key role in shaping how land is used, ensuring neighborhood growth is sustainable, and maintaining the quality…
Monday, 27 October 2025 13:26
Foxwarren Rink Work Underway
It’s been well over a year since the violent windstorm that tore the roof off of the Foxwarren rink.With all the paperwork and approvals done, the community started raising funds for the repair ofthe roof, this September. That work is well underway repairing the structural damage and ensuring all the…
Monday, 27 October 2025 13:41
Keyko.co Holds Grand Opening
Keyko.co had people lined up around the building as they officially opened their new location on Main Street behind Prairie Girl Esthetics - the entrance is on the south side of the building. The room erupted in laughter as the ribbon refused to cooperate when (left to right) Deputy Mayor…
Monday, 27 October 2025 13:52
PMH looks back at the year during AGM
By Jennifer LaviolettePrairie Mountain Health held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) virtually on Wednesday, October 22. PMH Board Chair Lon Cullen opened the meeting and introduced the board of directors, Donna Davidson as Vice Chair, Debbie Huntinghawk, Ron D. Janzen, Kim Magalhaes, Jody Stevens, Lori Rodych, Sue Stirling, Judy Swanson…
Monday, 27 October 2025 13:59
Who says fighting is hockey is down?
By Derek HoltomFighting was supposed to have been on the way out in junior A hockey, but no one told this year’s crop of players in the MJHL.There have already been 10 separate suspensions for either a second fight or multiple fights in the same stoppage this year, totaling 22…
Monday, 27 October 2025 14:33
Manitoba Supports Families with New Parenting Website
Parents across Manitoba can access current, evidence-based information on pregnancy and child development through the newly developed Parenting in Manitoba website, Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara and Families Minister Nahanni Fontaine announced.“Pregnancy and parenting open the door to a new world of responsibility and learning that can…