Rivers pleased with response to curling championship
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- Published on Thursday, January 14, 2016
By Sheila Runions
Banner Staff
It was two years ago that Les Wedderburn suggested to Rivers Curling Club members that they consider hosting the annual junior men’s and women’s provincial championship. A pitch was made to Curl Manitoba and the hosting request was granted; planning has been ongoing for more than a year. The big event was promoted as Jan. 6-10 at Riverdale Community Centre but it actually began Tuesday evening, Jan. 5 with a banquet for participants.
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New daycare in Gladstone ‘One big grant away’
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- Published on Thursday, January 14, 2016
Phot by Kate Jackman-Atkinson. In October of 2014, HRCC unveiled a sign that outlined building plans and fundraising goals on their newly purchased property.
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The Neepawa Banner
Since 2011, Happy Rock Children’s Centre (HRCC) has been raising money to build a new daycare centre in Gladstone. So far, they have raised about one quarter of their goal of $675,000.
Cop shop to pop across the street
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- Published on Thursday, January 14, 2016
By Sheila Runions
Banner Staff
When municipal amalgamation was forced in Manitoba last year, RM of Daly’s office became empty because operations were consolidated to the Town of Rivers office. The town office is home to municipal staff, the public works garage, Rivers-Daly Fire Department, Rivers 50-Plus Club and Rivers Police Service.
Come ride with us
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- Published on Thursday, January 14, 2016
File photo. Snowmobile trails will be very busy for the Free Ride Weekend.
Article submitted by Yvonne Rideout
Executive Director, Snowmobilers of Manitoba Inc.
Coming up Feb. 13 to 15, coinciding with Louis Riel Weekend is the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries Free Ride Weekend, Sled without Borders. It’s an opportunity for all to enjoy our great trails.
Happy Rock Horseshoes 4-H report
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- Published on Thursday, January 14, 2016
Submitted by Madison Teichroeb
Happy Rock Horseshoes 4-H
On Dec. 12, 2015 the Happy Rock Horseshoes 4-H Club held their second meeting at the Westbourne Longburn Community Centre. Twelve members were present.
