Robert Johnston latest recipient of France's highest honour
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- Published on Friday, June 5, 2015
Second World War veteran, Robert Johnston, was presented with the Knight of the Legion of Honour medal for his part in the liberation of France. The medal was presented by Bruno Burnichon, Consul of Winnipeg’s French Consulate, at Gladstone’s Third Crossing Manor in front of friends, family, fellow veterans and Gladstone Legion #110 members. (Photo by Penny Rodgers)
By Penny Rodgers
For the Neepawa Banner
Mr. Bruno Burnichon, Honorary Consul of France, was in Gladstone on Friday, May 29, to present the Knight of the Legion of Honour medal to Robert Johnston (Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada).
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BP Museum opens for the season
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- Published on Thursday, June 4, 2015
By Lea Heschuk
Curator, Beautiful Plains Museum
Hello! My name is Lea Heschuk and I am the curator of the Beautiful Plains Museum again this year. I am excited to be back and am looking forward to another great season here at the museum!
Neepawa Council briefs - June 4th, 2015
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- Published on Thursday, June 4, 2015
Banner Staff
Museum request:
Representatives with the Beautiful Plains Museum formally presented Town Council with a proposal for land use in the former CN land. The museum had a lease with C.N. Rail for land use but no formal arrangements with the Town itself.
Adopt a Grandpa a grand success
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- Published on Thursday, June 4, 2015
(L to R) Contest winners Gerrard Ballad, Allison Aglangao, Sidney Poettcker and Katya Ivanetz.
Walmsley doesn't want to see Neepawa miss the train
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- Published on Thursday, June 4, 2015
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
A desire to give back to the community motivated Don Walmsley’s decision to run in the Neepawa byelection. The long-time resident is hoping to help shape Neepawa’s future.
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