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Monday, 27 October 2025 14:38
MPNP Program Invites Health Care Workers to Build Careers in Manitoba
The Manitoba government is continuing to recruit health-care workers and support the province’s health-care system by inviting more than 300 health-care professionals to stay and build their careers in Manitoba.“Our government is rebuilding health care after years of cuts and neglect,” said Labour and Immigration Minister Malaya Marcelino. “By making…
Monday, 20 October 2025 14:31
Earthquake in Esterhazy Registers 3.7 Magnitude
This short article was on the World Spectators Facebook page. We’ve also included some questions posed to the World Spectator staff and their researched reply.There was a 3.7 magnitude earthquake Sunday night in the Esterhazy area with people reporting significant shaking at around 11:08 pm followed by a smaller quake…
Monday, 20 October 2025 14:34
Russell Recreation Department Gets New Name and Logo
We’re excited to share a small update about how we serve you! The team formerly known as Assiniboine Valley Recreation is now officially operating as the Recreation Department of the Municipality of Russell–Binscarth.While our name has changed, our commitment to community, recreation, and active living remains exactly the same. You’ll…
Monday, 20 October 2025 14:39
Selkirk on Target to Complete 800 Hip and Knee Surgeries
A new surgical program at Selkirk Regional Health Centre (SRHC) launched by the Manitoba government has completed 399 hip and knee joint replacements as of Oct. 16, nearly half of its target of 800, Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara announced.“This investment is about helping more Manitobans live…
Tuesday, 14 October 2025 10:52
PADCOM signs deal with Port of Churchill
By Jeffrey JonesGlobe and MailCalgary PADCOM A small Manitoba potash producer has signed a partnership agreement with the operator of the Port of Churchill to evaluate exporting the fertilizer ingredient at the Hudson Bay facility, which is being considered for a multibillion-dollar expansion. Read more in this weeks issue of…
Tuesday, 14 October 2025 10:37
MMF Breaks Ground on Housing Units for Elders and Seniors
The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis is proud to announce that, as part of its ongoing commitment to affordable, safe, and accessible housing for Red River Métis Citizens across the province, has broken ground for its Russell Métis Seniors Affordable Housing project. This…
Wednesday, 08 October 2025 12:40
Gambler hosts students in huge Reconciliation Day event
About 120 students - mainly from grades 5 - 9 from Inglis, Major Pratt, Binscarth School, Ecole St Lazare and Birtle gathered at the Geo. P. Buleziuk Centre as Gambler First Nation hosted an event focusing on the meaning and importance of Reconciliation Day in Canada. Although it wasn’t requested,…
Tuesday, 20 February 2024 06:00
Royal Winnipeg Ballet Coming to Town
The Royal Winnipeg Ballet School’s On the Edge tour has sent dancers on the road to share the power of ballet and other dance forms with new audiences in schools and community spaces for almost 50 years. Pioneered by the RWB in 1945, the famous ‘one - night stand’ model…
Tuesday, 20 February 2024 06:00
Jon Montgomery Receives 4-H Distinguished Alumni Award
Olympic Champion and renowned TV host of The Amazing Race Canada, Jon Montgomery is a proud second-generation 4-H’er. His involvement in the 4-H movement began in his hometown of Russell, MB, where he was a youth member of the Russell 4-H Beef Club for four years.A proud alum, Jon has…
Tuesday, 13 February 2024 06:00
Cadet Squadron 677 Flag Passed on to Warrant Officer
Warrant Officer First Class Katlynn Hume passes on the 677 squadron flag to the new Warrant Officer First Class Marzoff and accepts an award for aging out of the Cadet program with six years of dedicated service. Katlynn will become a Civilian Instructor. The cadets program here now has 13…
Tuesday, 13 February 2024 06:00
Yachminka Dance is Back and Growing Fast
Like most organizations, Yachminka Ukrainian Dance Troupe took a bit of a hit during the two years of Covid. Tyla Betke who was a dancing member of Yachminka since she was a child, has brought the group back to life. In fact, they started up again last year. “Last year…
Tuesday, 13 February 2024 06:00
A Little - or Big - Bit of Four Legged Love
Her registered name is Voila Sleek Brie at Morningdew.But everyone at Prairie Mountain Health personal care homes around this area, just call her Brie.The seven year-old registered Great Dane dropped into the Russell PCH last week. She brought along her ‘roommate’ Elaine Dixon - to drive....Elaine has been a member…
Tuesday, 06 February 2024 06:00
Twin Valley Co-op Food Store Close to Opening
Year after year, the prospect of a second grocery store in Russell has been on the wish list of many from throughout our trading area. So it’s no surprise that people have been watching the progress of the 19,800 square food building going up on the west side of town.…
Tuesday, 06 February 2024 06:00
Meals on Wheels Needs Volunteers
If you’ve lived around these parts for any length of time, it’s quite possible, you may have heard about a wonderful meal delivery service called Meals on Wheels. Meals on Wheels was originally started by the United Church Women (UCW) when Joan Rowat brought the idea to one of their…
Tuesday, 06 February 2024 06:00
Free Provincial Park Entry February
The Manitoba government is offering free park entry for the entire month of February to encourage Manitobans and visitors to explore the many winter activities available in provincial parks, Environment and Climate Change Minister Tracy Schmidt announced today. “February is a great time to enjoy Manitoba’s provincial parks,” said Schmidt.…