Land of Plenty asks for some council support
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- Published on Friday, February 20, 2015
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
A delegation for the Land of Plenty Festival has requested some support from Neepawa town council. Sheri Grant appeared in front of council on Tues. Feb. 18, representing a subcommittee of the Neepawa and District Chamber of Commerce that’s been assembled for the purpose of organizing the new regional celebration.
Mt. Agassiz supporters still hoping to save the mountain
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- Published on Thursday, February 19, 2015
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
Ski hill enthusiasts have one last chance to voice their support for Mount Agassiz. A rally and celebration for the ski area and Alpine Archie, the well-known roadside attraction synonymous with the region, is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 21, on Highway Five near McCreary. The event will run for the entire day, but several planned activities are scheduled between 2:00 and 4:00 pm.
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Steinbach puts an end to Natives' playoff hopes.
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- Published on Thursday, February 19, 2015
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
The hopes for post-season play for Neepawa are officially dead, as the Steinbach Pistons topped the Natives on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2-1.
Hylife Foods negotiations resume
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- Published on Thursday, February 19, 2015
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
Negotiators returned to the bargaining table this week to work out a new deal for workers at Hylife Foods in Neepawa. Local 832 president and lead negotiator Jeff Traeger said face to face discussions resumed on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Traeger noted that both sides remain very optimistic and believe they’re on track to reach a deal within the next few weeks.