Faithfully yours - God knows your name - not your number
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- Published on Saturday, June 6, 2015
By Neil Strohschein
The Neepawa Banner
I don’t carry many cards in my wallet. I only carry the ones I need for work or for identification when asked to produce it (which isn’t all that often any more).
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My perspective - Across the ages
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- Published on Friday, June 5, 2015
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
In the last month or so, it seems as though I have had frequent occasion to talk to some seniors within our community. It all started about a month ago, when I was gathering stories our VE Day special. During that time, I got a front row seat to stories from World War II, both at home and abroad.
Right in the centre - Everything involves the economy
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- Published on Thursday, June 4, 2015
By Ken Waddell
The Neepawa Banner
One of Quebec’s most famous provincial politicians Jacques Parizeau, the man who lead the 1995 referendum for Quebec separation has died. He still stands in history for Quebec separation, alongside Rene Levesque who lead the 1980 referendum and Lucien Bouchard.
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Faithfully Yours - A free society is a responsible society
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- Published on Sunday, May 31, 2015
By Neil Strohschein
As I write these words, our American neighbors are celebrating Memorial Day. It is one of two days each year on which they pause to recognize the heroism of their armed forces and to reflect on the blessings their sacrifices have brought to all Americans.
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Homebodies - Things that made me smile
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- Published on Saturday, May 30, 2015
By Rita Friesen
A rather aggressive driver swept past me, certainly exceeding the speed limit. And then, just nicely ahead of me the driver slammed on his brakes. My thoughts were less than charitable! The car swerved to the left, dodging a mother duck hustling her little family across the busy highway. My thoughts were mixed, shame over my hasty reaction, and pleasure at the consideration shown by the driver of the other car.
