Right in the centre - What really counts?
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- Published on Monday, October 15, 2018
By Ken Waddell
Neepawa Banner & Press
One has to wonder what has happened to the political talent pool in the United States. In the days leading up to the 2016 presidential election, I pondered both privately and publicly about the quality of the candidates.
Thumbs up - To Bird Sanctuary volunteers
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- Published on Tuesday, October 9, 2018
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Neepawa Banner & Press
Thumbs up to the volunteers at Neepawa’s Bird Sanctuary. My heart broke to read of such madness going on at our beautiful, well taken care of bird sanctuary. I’ve always dropped off money in those boxes when I walked.
So thanks to all you hearty volunteers. Keep up the good work and bless you this Thanksgiving!
Cal and Nettie Williams
Neepawa, MB
Letters - Only one real purpose
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- Published on Monday, October 8, 2018
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Neepawa Banner & Press
Regarding your recent editorial on the spread of “break and enter” type crime to rural areas: I agree with much of what you write. Until you expressed regret at having given up your shotgun.
My perspective - Mind matters
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- Published on Monday, October 8, 2018
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
Neepawa Banner & Press
Participation in sports has a myriad of well documented benefits. The confidence, improved health and teamwork and leadership skills learned in sports can be applied throughout life. But the news might not be good across the board; there is a growing body of research into the downside of the way we are playing certain sports. As the fall season gets underway and players head to the rinks and fields, what’s being done to ensure their long-term health?
Right in the centre - Newspaper week
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- Published on Monday, October 8, 2018
By Ken Waddell
Neepawa Banner & Press
This is Newspaper Week, but every week is Newspaper Week around here. Each day has a different feel to it, but when we put all the days together, every week is Newspaper Week.