News roundup

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One person is dead after a head-on collision in the Municipality of McCreary. Ste Rose du Lac RCMP say that the multi-vehicle crash occurred on Tuesday, July 26, and involved a car travelling south on the highway colliding with a northbound semi. The lone occupant of the car, a 51-year-old man from Toronto, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the truck did not suffer serious injuries.

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Bringing real horsepower to the Threshermen’s Reunion

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Photos by Kate Jackman-Atkinson. Sunday morning, a group set out from the Carberry Fairgrounds for their annual ride to the Austin Threshermen’s Reunion.

By Kate Jackman-Atkinson

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Sunday, under a sunny sky, a group set out to bring some real horse power to the Threshermen’s Reunion and Stampede. On July 24, about 20 people driving horses and covered wagons, as well as riding, set out from the Carberry Fairgrounds, headed towards Austin.

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SUV smashes into building in Neepawa

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Photos by Derek Pearson

Banner Staff

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A downtown building in Neepawa sustained some minor damage after a vehicle jumped the curb and struck the side of the structure. The accident occured at around 8:00 pm on Thursday, July 28 on Hamilton Street.

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New owners at Wasagaming business

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Submitted Photo. From left: Barry Cooper (Petroleum Division, Heritage Co-op), Rey Toews, Arlene Toews, Amara Mistal (front), Sherry Mistal (behind), Ron Mistal, Kyra Mistal and Lorne Zacharias (Heritage Co-op General Manager).

By John Drinkwater

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On Saturday, July 16, a celebration and “passing of the torch” took place at Clear Lake Gas & Bike Rentals. The occasion was to formally recognize the change of ownership from Rey and Arlene Toews to Ron, Sherry, Amara and Kyra Mistal. The Mistal family operated Mano's Pizza and Upper Cup for several years in rented accommodation across the street. These are now incorporated in their new business.

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New lounge open for RMNP resort guests

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Photos by John Drinkwater. The new lounge at the Lakehouse is open to guests of the Lakehouse and Arrowhead resorts.

By John Drinkwater

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A comfortable lounge located within The Lakehouse Boutique Hotel has recently opened. Built by Mike Collyer and his staff from Collyer Construction, it includes a feature fireplace created by Mathew Kroeker of Prairie Mountain Masonry, whose work can also be seen at the Foxtail Cafe.

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