Russell Banner
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.…
Full Time Summer Students
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…
Tuesday, 21 April 2026 06:00
Large crowd challenged the Slush Cup
Asessippi Ski Area & Resort wrapped up its 2025–2026 winter season with a weekend full of energy, creativity, and community, highlighted by the return of its Annual Slush Cup and the debut of a brand-new Easter event.On Saturday, April 4, Asessippi hosted its Annual Slush Cup, drawing a large crowd…
Tuesday, 21 April 2026 06:00
Clara Peake captures first place honors in Missouri State golf
Northwest Missouri State University junior Clara Peake became the eighth different Bearcat in the history of the program to capture first-place honors as she gained medalist honors at the 2026 Spring Regional Preview held at Shangri La Country Club.Peake fired a final round three-under par 69 to win the event…
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 06:00
Municipalities advocating collectively for rural health care is the only real long term solution
The municipalities of Riding Mountain West and Russell/Binscarth are again working together to tackle long-held issues in health care for our area communities, hoping to expand to include the communities further afield, many of whom are dealing with the same issues of health care coverage.“We’ve established a new initiative between…
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 06:00
Carrying his brother’s message
By Terrie WelwoodRussell Banner Even if I don’t finish, we need to continue. It’s got to keep going without me,” Terry Fox.Fred Fox is one of Terry Fox’s four siblings. As the oldest, he’s 18 months older than the man whose heroic efforts to run across Canada in aid of…
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 06:00
Multiple vehicles damaged in Rossburn by drunk driver
On April 2, at approximately 3:05 p.m., Russell RCMP responded after a van collided with three parked cars in Rossburn.The collision occurred on Victoria Avenue, in the vicinity of a local daycare at a time of day when young children and their parents are entering and exiting the building.Investigators have…
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 06:00
Waywayseecappo firefighters celebrate completion of basic skills training
Nine members of the Waywayseecappo Fire Department recently celebrated the successful completion of the Manitoba Basic Skills Firefighting Program. This important milestone marks a step forward in strengthening community safety and preparedness, ensuring firefighters are well-trained to respond to emergencies with confidence and professionalism.The department extends heartfelt thanks to Chief…