‘This is what Neepawa is about’
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- Published on Thursday, July 27, 2017
Left to right: Bernadette Tripon, Rochelle Unico, Rrain Prior and Amanda Naughton-Gale share a moment after the completion of the walking parade.
Show of solidarity hits the streets of Neepawa
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
Diversity and inclusion swept through the streets of Neepawa on Saturday, July 22, as an estimated 600 people participated in a walking parade, street party and pot luck. Officially, this event capped off the day’s festivities for Jam Fest. But in a more informal way, it was a chance to show the world that Neepawa is a place that celebrates and accepts all cultures.
Semi fire erupts west of Neepawa
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- Published on Thursday, July 27, 2017
Photo courtesy of Craig Unger.
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Neepawa Banner
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.”
