Ottawa and Winnipeg security update

By Neepawa Banner staff

The fatal shooting of a CFB soldier at the National War Memorial in Ottawa has caused a national security alert situation. An alleged gunman has been shot near the three political party caucus offices in the centre block of the parliament buildings in Ottawa.

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Candidates speak out in Ste Rose

By Banner Staff with files from Donna Wildeboer

The Ste. Rose candidate “Meet and Greet” evening staged on Oct. 14 was facilitated by the Ste. Rose Business Association and emceed by Donna Wildeboer.

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No one left behind

By Sue Klassen

This past week was Co-op Week; I hope some of you were able to stop by your local co-op or credit union and possibly get some cake and coffee. In celebration of this week, I would like to share my involvement with fellow co-operators from around the world.

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Saving lives during Operation Impact

By Constable David Portelance

      RCMP Media Relations

Manitoba RCMP members continued their focus on high-risk driving behaviours during the Oct. 10-13, 2014 “Operation Impact” enforcement campaign. 

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Rivers and Daly ratepayers listen to Riverdale representatives

By Sheila Runions

      Banner Staff

Municipal elections will be held Oct. 22; to allow voters to make a more informed decision, a candidates meeting was held at Rivers Legion Hall. When the crowd quickly outgrew the chairs set, more rows were added; the hall held approximately 160 people from Rivers and RM of Daly. These two entities will amalgamate in January 2015 and form Riverdale Municipality.

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