Mt. Agassiz supporters still hoping to save the mountain
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- Published on Thursday, February 19, 2015
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
Ski hill enthusiasts have one last chance to voice their support for Mount Agassiz. A rally and celebration for the ski area and Alpine Archie, the well-known roadside attraction synonymous with the region, is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 21, on Highway Five near McCreary. The event will run for the entire day, but several planned activities are scheduled between 2:00 and 4:00 pm.
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Hylife Foods negotiations resume
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- Published on Thursday, February 19, 2015
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
Negotiators returned to the bargaining table this week to work out a new deal for workers at Hylife Foods in Neepawa. Local 832 president and lead negotiator Jeff Traeger said face to face discussions resumed on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Traeger noted that both sides remain very optimistic and believe they’re on track to reach a deal within the next few weeks.
Free fishing and filleting
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- Published on Thursday, February 19, 2015
By Hall Sveistrup
Twenty-four youngsters and their chaperones (grandparents, parents or older siblings) celebrated Louis Riel Day, Feb. 16, in a novel way by participating in an ice-fishing outing, hosted by Rivers and Area Game and Fish Association on Lake Wahtopanah.
Outdoor hockey for centennial
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- Published on Wednesday, February 18, 2015
By Kent Wareham
Rivers Jets atom and peewee teams took part in Hockey Manitoba's 100th Anniversary Outdoor Series on Feb. 15. Various communities and minor hockey associations across the province hosted outdoor games that day. In order to participate in the outdoor games, minor hockey teams had to apply and register with Hockey Manitoba in November; once accepted you were given a host location to play in an outdoor game.
Rivers 50+ meet
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- Published on Wednesday, February 18, 2015
By Myrtle Woolridge
The Feb. 12 meeting of Rivers 50+ Club was called to order with greetings from president Ken Young; 22 members sang O Canada.
