Neepawa Natives gear up for busy weekend
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- Published on Friday, September 12, 2014
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Natives are wrapping up their pre-season schedule this weekend. The team will be playing three games over the next three nights, including a back to back set against the Winkler Flyers. The first game will be tonight in Winkler, while on Saturday night, both teams will meet at the Yellowhead Centre. The third and final game for the Natives is at home on Sunday against the Waywayseecappo Wolverines.
Wolverines blank Neepawa in MJHL pre-season play.
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- Published on Thursday, September 11, 2014
By Eoin Devereux
A disappointing night for the Neepawa Natives on Wednesday evening, as the club was shut out by Wawayseecappo 7-0. After a scoreless first period in Wayway, the Wolverines went 4 for 4 on the power play in the second. They capped off the night scoring three more in the final period to seal the victory.
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Local artist paintings on display
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- Published on Thursday, September 11, 2014
By Sheila Runions
Banner Staff
Self-taught artist Ina Hyndman of Rivers was invited to by Midwest Arts Council to participate in a month-long showing of her paintings at Hamiota Heritage Arts Centre. Ina has participated in galleries for more than 20 years and her work is so excellent that some have been bought by the government for Manitoba’s provincial art collection, and by Manitoba Liquor Commission. She is also regularly commissioned to paint specific scenes.
Yellowhead "AAA" Chiefs prepare for season
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- Published on Thursday, September 11, 2014
By Eoin Devereux
Some of the best young talent in our region was on the ice in Shoal Lake, hoping to earn a spot with the Yellowhead Chiefs, as the Manitoba Midget AAA Hockey League team held its annual training camp last weekend. Head Coach Chad Facey said the number of players participating was down from what they’ve seen in previous years but the skill level was not.
