New alert system for Neepawa
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- Published on Tuesday, September 13, 2016
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Press/Neepawa Banner
Residents of Neepawa will soon have the option of joining a free emergency notification program. On Tuesday, Sept. 6, Town Council voted to participate in CodeRED, a system which provides an alert to residents through text, e-mail, landline or cell phone.
A gathering of voices
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- Published on Friday, September 9, 2016
By Tony Eu
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
In Neepawa, there’s no shortage of music. From the high school band and chorale to community groups, there are plenty of people making wonderful sounds. One such group is the Neepawa Community Choir.
Riding Mountain family fun day a success
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- Published on Friday, September 9, 2016
Submitted photo. Lucas Smith enjoying a pony ride led by Wayne Scott. In the background, kids are lining up to get a turn in one of the bouncy castles.
By Kira Paterson
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
Last Sunday, families had the chance to get out for a day of fun, while supporting a local cause. Cats TNR & Rescue held their first annual Family Fun Day in the town of Riding Mountain. About 150 people came out from all over the Westman area, including Brandon, Neepawa, Eden, Plumas, Glenella, Kelwood, Laurier and, of course, Riding Mountain. The event raised approximately $900 to put towards neutering and releasing or rescuing cats in Riding Mountain.
Exciting future for 4-H in Manitoba
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- Published on Friday, September 9, 2016
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Manitoba 4-H Council
Manitoba 4-H Council Inc. is excited to announce that, as of Sept. 1, we are assuming a greater role in the administration and delivery of the 4-H program. Through consultation with Manitoba Agriculture, the Council is now responsible for club, member and leader support, 4-H Area Council program support, member and leader records and volunteer screening.
Opening the barn doors to the city
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- Published on Friday, September 9, 2016
By Tony Eu
Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press
On Sunday, Sept. 18, farms across the province will be hosting Manitoba’s Open Farm Day. Open Farm Day is an annual event put on by the Manitoba government and participating farmers. It’s designed to give people a behind-the-scenes look at our agricultural industry as well as what rural life is like. On Open Farm Day, 44 farms will be opening their doors and putting on events to entertain and enlighten. Among those farms is one located just north of Amaranth.
