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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…
'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…
"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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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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…
Honestly the hardest thing to do here is going to be to figure out a smooth transition from one thought to another. But anyone who knows me, knows that’s just how it goes with me. So here goes.... I wasn’t surprised. Not one little, tiny bit. In fact, I was…
Wednesday, 28 September 2022 11:09
Letter To The Editor: CAO’s version of events has now changed three times
Dear Ms. Welwood: I have been provided a copy of a municipal newsletter circulating in your community with yet another version of events regarding Mr. Fielder’s use of my intellectual property. I am thoroughly confused by the story I read. He states that he “found some practical information on the…
“Hope – having hope propels us to achieve our dreams and drives us forward toward our pursuits. It also keeps us afloat when everything seems to go wrong. When we feel that we’re drowning, hope is the light at the end of the tunnel – the Northern Star by which…
A country rock singer songwriter, JR Charron says he grew up in Binscarth on simple straight forward music. Four chords and the truth. He’s been called the small town boy with the big voice. While he’s been making music of one kind or another since he was a teen, his…