Manitoba RCMP respond to fewer fatal collisions in 2014

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One death on Manitoba roadways is one too many, but 2014 saw a significantly lower number of fatal collisions than average.

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50+ plan Christmas party

By Myrtle Wooldridge

 

On Dec. 19 members and guests of Rivers 50+ Club enjoyed a traditional Christmas dinner at the Civic Centre, catered by Shelly Moms Kitchen.

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French decoration for Kenton Man

By Sheila Runions

Banner Staff

On Monday, Dec. 22 at an afternoon ceremony in his hometown of Kenton, John Carl Roseveare was awarded by order of the president of France, the rank of Knight of the French National Order of the Legion of Honour.  

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Minnedosa’s 34th Annual Christmas Bird Count

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They came from near and far and gathered on a Minnedosa street corner before dawn December 28th.  Dressed warmly and armed with binoculars, the 12 were here for the 34th Annual Christmas Bird count.

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Buying passes helps trails

Sheila Runions

Banner Staff

To all snowmobilers riding the designated trail system:

Clubs are compensated for grooming trails from funds generated through the sale of snopasses. Funds are provided to clubs based on the number of kilometres groomed and the size of the drag used. Funds available are dependent on the number of snopasses sold; therefore, clubs are limited to the number of kilometres they are allowed to groom.

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