Plumas UCW prepares for mother's day tea

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Plumas UCW

Six members were present for our meeting, reporting 12 visits made to those sick or shut in. Thanks were expressed to those who convened, worked at, donated to the Soup and Bun supper. Also thanks to Gwen for working the door and to Clair for setting up the tables.

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Out of Helen's kitchen - Feeding the threshing crew

Helen Drysdale

The Neepawa Banner

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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New beginnings helps those experiencing grief

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New Beginnings Grief-Support Group

­The Neepawa Grief Support group known as “New Beginnings” held their annual meeting on April 20, with seven members of the executive present. The meeting was chaired by Rev. Gladys Anderson. 

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New firetruck for Arden fire station

Kate Jackman - Atkinson

The Neepawa Banner

On May 5, the Lansdowne Fire Department welcomed a new truck.  Fire chief Brad Meyers said that the 2009 model truck is a big update from their old truck, which was about 35 years old. 

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Glenella school wins in eco art challenge

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The Grade 5/6 students in Glenella School have been awarded the first place provincial prize in the 3R’s Eco Art Challenge.  The 3R’s Eco Art Challenge was a competition open to students across Canada as part of Waste Reduction Week. 

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