Supporting fair trade
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- Published on Monday, November 10, 2014
By Lorrie Dyer
Ten Thousand Villages is a non-profit program of Mennonite Central Committee that creates opportunities for artisans in developing countries to earn income. It promotes international trade with greater equity for marginalized workers and producers. On Sunday, Nov. 16, representatives from Ten Thousand Villages will be visiting Rivers United Church.
Celebrating two decades of ownership
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- Published on Sunday, November 9, 2014
By Sheila Runions
Banner Staff
On Oct. 31, 1994 Gary Pomeroy began his first day as pharmacist at Super Thrifty Drug Mart in Rivers. Fast forward 20 years and Halloween 2014 became an anniversary party at the store.
New year for 4-H beef club
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- Published on Saturday, November 8, 2014
By Cora Baker
Cub Reporter, Neepawa and Area 4-H Beef Club
The Neepawa and Area 4-H Beef Club had their first re-organization meeting on Monday, Oct. 6 at NACI. Head leaders Tim Baker and Shelly Bjarnarson welcomed all the new and returning members, and parents.
One day only!
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- Published on Saturday, November 8, 2014
Press Release
For one day only, you can make an even bigger difference in our community. Nov. 15 is National Philanthropy Day, and on that Saturday only, all donations made online to Rivers and Area Community Foundation (RACF) will be stretched by a contribution from The Winnipeg Foundation.
Rivers Chamber plans for Christmas
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- Published on Saturday, November 8, 2014
By Sheila Runions
Banner Staff
Rivers and District Chamber of Commerce’s October meeting was full of information. The 14 members and two guests learned that this year’s Santa Claus parade will once again be prefaced with a pancake breakfast.
