Heavy rain washes out road 92 north of Mountain Road Highway
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- Published on Monday, July 13, 2015
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
Rain struck hard in some parts of the region over the weekend. The Elk Ranch area in the R.M. of Rosedale was especially badly hit on Saturday. A number of roads were washed out after close to 5" of rain fell in approximately two hours.
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Carberry Heritage Festival bigger & better
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- Published on Monday, July 13, 2015
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Carberry Heritage Festival
See the red serge uniforms of the North West Mounted Police riding against the blue prairie sky. Kick up your heels to the music of Mark Morisseau, the best Métis fiddler in the land. Have flashbacks watching the retro fashion show of glad rags spanning the 20th century. Smell the sweet aroma of heavy horses as they pull the elegant carriage you are riding in. Those are just a few of the experiences awaiting visitors to the Third Annual Carberry Heritage Festival, Friday and Saturday August 7 and 8.
Rivers Police particulars
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- Published on Sunday, July 12, 2015
By Bruce Klassen
Chief
The month of June was busy for Rivers Police Service; we responded to 69 calls for service. We saw a number of theft from vehicles occurring this month and we are seeking the public’s help — please ensure all valuables are removed from your vehicle and keep your vehicle locked at all times.
Gordon to embark on an 'eye opening' experience
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- Published on Friday, July 10, 2015
Lina Gordon
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
Later this month, Lina Gordon will be giving back and checking off a major life goal. On July 20, the NACI student will be headed to India to take part in a sustainable agricultural project with Free the Children. “I’m so excited to go,” said Gordon.
Update on new Neepawa housing proposal
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- Published on Friday, July 10, 2015
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
New details have been unveiled for a proposed 55-plus seniors housing project slated for downtown Neepawa. Around 80 people gathered at the Yellowhead Hall on Tuesday, June 30, to hear the latest from Zen Developments, which is planning a four floor building north of the former Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op grocery store. The proposed complex would feature eight suites on each of three levels above the ground floor parking garage.
