Alberta man charged with Neepawa, Minnedosa thefts

Banner Staff
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An Eckville, Alberta man faces 135 charges in connection with a string of break and enters and thefts occurring across the Prairie provinces, including Neepawa and Minnedosa. Joseph Ronald Palmer, 52 years, was first arrested last August, during a break and enter at a Moosomin, Saskatchewan business. A co-operative effort between RCMP in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba resulted in additional charges being laid.

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Homebodies - Dementia is a growing problem

Rita Friesen
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‘You may go now.’ I had driven an hour and a half to visit my father. Along with the Parkinson’s Disease that troubled his body, a form of dementia now changed the man I looked up to and adored. A farmer, a teacher, a lay worker in his faith family, a lover of poetry – all words really- a wise man. Walking into his room that day I knew the visit wasn’t going to be what I had hoped for. A bit of the dad present was my desire.

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Out of Helen's kitchen - Farm woman's group

Helen Drysdale
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This year, Canada is celebrating 150 years since Confederation (the sesquicentennial). I thought I would spend the next several months showcasing some historic recipes in Canada’s honour.

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Walk for Alzheimer’s: Make memories matter

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According to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, currently, more than 22,000 Manitobans have Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. 

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Sisters rock the Roxy

John Drinkwater
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On May 28, Sisters of the Holy Rock performed a well attended show at the Roxy Theatre in Neepawa. The group is a not-for-profit inter-denominational entertainment group who help fund raise for organizations, while providing enjoyment and uplifting spirits.

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