Teen challenge group to come to Neepawa
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- Published on Friday, March 31, 2017
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Krista was molested at eight years old, causing her to lose her identity and sense of self-worth. At 20, she was raped and her life soon spiraled out of control. Trying to mend the broken pieces of her heart, Krista turned to drugs and satanism. She became suicidal, and that’s when Krista reached out to Adult & Teen Challenge for help.
Fun times on tap at Maple Syrup Festival
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- Published on Friday, March 31, 2017
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
Sweet times are coming to McCreary, as the community prepares to host this year’s Manitoba Maple Syrup Festival on April 7 and 8. In addition to celebrating all things maple syrup, the annual event has also become a celebration of local culture, featuring music and dance.
Ag Expo to showcase industry
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- Published on Friday, March 31, 2017
By Ken Waddell
The Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
A couple of months ago, Cam Tibbett, who manages Munro Farm Supplies in Neepawa and serves as VP of the Neepawa Natives Hockey Club, started pondering about the team, the Ag industry and the impact both have on the area. Tibbett wanted to re-capture some of the excitement that buzzed around the former Neepex Trade Show from a few years back and set up an event that would showcase the Ag industry. Tibbett teamed up with Matt Lowry, Scott Newton and others to approach the Ag industry people about the concept.
Performers ready to take stage for Fine Arts Festival
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- Published on Friday, March 31, 2017
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
As performers are putting the final polish on their performances, the organizers of the 51st annual Neepawa and District Fine Arts Festival are setting the stage. Taking place April 6-8 at Knox Presbyterian Church, in Neepawa, the event offers singers and pianists a chance to hone their skills, have some fun and possibly win some scholarships.
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Gladstone worried about health care future
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- Published on Thursday, March 30, 2017
By Eoin Devereux
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
Gladstone residents are concerned about the state of healthcare in their community and recently voiced those concerns to representatives of Southern Health-Santé Sud. Over 100 people packed the Senior’s Drop-In Centre on Monday, Mar. 27 to hear a presentation from Regional Health Authority CEO Kathy McPhail regarding the future of services in Gladstone. Other RHA reps in attendance included vice president of Medical Denis Fortier, executive director Marian Woods and the director of Health Services for Gladstone and MacGregor, Shirley Guenther.
