Semi fire erupts west of Neepawa
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- Published on Thursday, July 27, 2017
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Emergency crews were on the scene Tuesday, July 25 just west of Neepawa at a semi truck fire. At around 11:00 am, police and fire officials arrived to find the massive blaze on Highway 16 between Neepawa and Minnedosa.
Family discovers Neepawa’s hidden history
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- Published on Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Kira McCormick-Adema
The Neepawa Press
Jam Fest a sweet success
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- Published on Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Press
Saturday, July 22 was a sweet day in Neepawa as Jam Fest returned to the ArtsForward building. The outdoor festival featured a wide array of events for all ages, including street vendors, an art show and musical entertainment.
A senior’s story: Merv Drayson
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- Published on Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Wayne Hildebrand
The Neepawa Press
Merv Drayson was born in 1924 in Neepawa, the first son of Charles and Gladys Drayson (Hockin). “It was a beautiful February day. Water was running down the streets,’’ With a smile Merv added, “At least that was what I was told.”
Looking back - 1987: Interest free loan proposal gets cool response from ag minister
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- Published on Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Cecil Pittman
The Neepawa Press
80 years ago Friday, July 30,1937
The CNR has decided to discontinue the use of its horse drawn express wagon in the local service and the truck provided for this purpose will be put into operation next month.
70 years ago Thursday, July 31, 1947
After breaking the high jump record in Brandon, Bob Baker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Milton Baker, of Neepawa, went on to win the junior “A” high jump at the Canadian track and field championships in Edmonton, Alberta. To bring home the title, Bob leapt a height of 5’ 7 1/8” (1.74 m). Another Manitoban, Winnipeg’s Miss. Betty Mitchelle won the 100 meter women’s dash.
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