A gathering of voices
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By Tony Eu
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
In Neepawa, there’s no shortage of music. From the high school band and chorale to community groups, there are plenty of people making wonderful sounds. One such group is the Neepawa Community Choir.
Strong showing for Westman athletics team
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Submitted photo. The Manitoba Summer Games were held in Steinbach this year from Aug. 7 to 13. Over 7,000 athletes, coaches and volunteers were involved with this amazing event. The largest group from the Westman region attending the games was the athletics team, consisting of head coach Paul Koshel, assistant coaches Stephanie Outhwaite, Tirell Outhwaite and Dianne Peyachew, along with manager Mark Perrett. The team did very well, finishing in the middle of the eight team competition. The team had a very strong showing in field events, including gold medals in javelin and shot put, along with other medals in long jump, high jump and ball throw. Pictured above is the Westman athletics team.
Riding Mountain family fun day a success
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Submitted photo. Lucas Smith enjoying a pony ride led by Wayne Scott. In the background, kids are lining up to get a turn in one of the bouncy castles.
By Kira Paterson
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
Last Sunday, families had the chance to get out for a day of fun, while supporting a local cause. Cats TNR & Rescue held their first annual Family Fun Day in the town of Riding Mountain. About 150 people came out from all over the Westman area, including Brandon, Neepawa, Eden, Plumas, Glenella, Kelwood, Laurier and, of course, Riding Mountain. The event raised approximately $900 to put towards neutering and releasing or rescuing cats in Riding Mountain.
Opening the barn doors to the city
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By Tony Eu
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
On Sunday, Sept. 18, farms across the province will be hosting Manitoba’s Open Farm Day. Open Farm Day is an annual event put on by the Manitoba government and participating farmers. It’s designed to give people a behind-the-scenes look at our agricultural industry as well as what rural life is like. On Open Farm Day, 44 farms will be opening their doors and putting on events to entertain and enlighten. Among those farms is one located just north of Amaranth.