Auctioneer competition coming to Gladstone

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The Neepawa Banner

Some of the best auctioneers from across Manitoba and Saskatchewan will soon gather in Gladstone. The Gladstone Auction Mart has announced that it’ll serve as the host location for the 2017 Man/Sask Auctioneer Competition on Saturday, Apr. 29. Some of the prairie’s finest auctioneers will compete for the championship and a spot in the Canadian Auctioneer Championships, set for May 12-14 in Lethbridge, AB.

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Worst roads campaign hits halfway point

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CAA Manitoba

Just two week into CAA Manitoba’s annual search for the worst roads in our province, the top 10 list is split between rural and city streets. But with more roads nominated and more votes cast, it’s clear Manitobans are eager to fight for their road to win top dishonor.

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Pine Creek School Division hires new Superintendent

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Pine Creek School Division

The Pine Creek School Division Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of the Superintendent position to Mr. Bruce Lyons, effective July 1, 2017. 

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Something could be cooking in area community kitchens

1-C-Community-KitchenBy Kate Jackman-Atkinson

The Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press

For food entrepreneurs looking to bring their products to market, access to an inspected commercial kitchen is a necessity. With a few exceptions, Manitoba Health requires that all food products sold in the province be prepared in a kitchen that holds a Food Service Establishment permit issued by Manitoba Health, which is an expensive undertaking for someone just getting started in the industry. 

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Where are they now? Catching up with individuals

By Rick Sparling

The Neepawa Press

Alvin Cameron - 1956-1957 West Park School Junior Red Wings: Alvin Cameron (aka Suzie) left school to work as a farm hand for Ed Sage for a year and then went on to work for Bill Tinkler, at Neepawa Lumber.

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