Reverse osmosis water for Rivers

By Todd Gill

Rivers Mayor

What seems like forever for some, is five short years for others. In 2011 Manitoba Water Services Board (MWSB) met with Town of Rivers council of that day, and expressed their concerns that our present water treatment facility may not hold the ability to meet water standards of the day, even with significant upgrades. At that time, it was suggested that we look towards funding an overall study of the existing facility that would not only document the present condition of the facility, but would give recommendation as to its faith.

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New clinic in Minnedosa prescribed for community

MDSA clinic

By Vern May

Minnedosa & Area Community Development Corporation

Plans for a new clinic in Minnedosa took a huge step forward this week with the announcement that a project manager has been selected for the upcoming construction. With the looming challenge to attract and retain medical practitioners in rural communities, Minnedosa sought advice from Prairie Mountain Health about its best course of action. The health authority identified that the best measure that could be taken is in the development of a modern primary care centre which is equipped with electronic record keeping as well as other conveniences that are becoming standard for doctors across the province.

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Neepawa resident wins six figures

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Western Canadian Lottery Corporation

One lucky Neepawa resident got a huge Christmas surprise, thanks to a bit of beginner’s luck. Sandra Wetherill won $100,000 on the Friday, December 25 EXTRA draw, and she’s now received her prize.

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RCMP responded to more fatalities

By Bert Paquet

Media Relations

While the last several years brought a steady decrease in the numbers of fatal collisions and deaths on our roads, 2015 saw those numbers slightly increase. There were 70 fatal collisions on Manitoba roadways resulting in 79 deaths, slightly more than 2014 with 69 fatal collisions resulting in 74 deaths.

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Neepawa Elks celebrate 60 years

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The Neepawa Banner

The Neepawa Elks of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of Canada celebrated their 60th anniversary at the end of 2015. 

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