New signs highlight Neepawa-Langford Trail

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Photos by Kira Paterson

Represenatives with Neepawa Tourism presented the new sign at Riverbend Park highlighting the Neepawa-Langford section of The Great Trail. Pictured from left are Neepawa Tourism members John Drinkwater, Marilyn Crewe, Lindsay McLaughlin, Erin Warwaruk, Town of Neepawa mayor Adrian de Groot and Neepawa Tourism member Don Walmsley.

By Lindsay McLaughlin

Neepawa Tourism

Neepawa Tourism is proud to unveil the newest addition to the Neepawa-Langford section of The Great Trail. The trailhead sign located in Riverbend Park will be a wonderful starting location for outdoor enthusiasts or those who are looking to get outdoors for some fresh air.

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Strong desire for change in Neepawa

New mayor, four new councilors elected

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

Neepawa has opted to make some significant changes around the municipal council table, including at the position of mayor.  On Wednesday, Oct. 24, Blake McCutcheon defeated Adrian de Groot in the mayoral race. McCutcheon won the community’s top job with 952 votes, while de Groot garnered 283.

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A display of Grit and Grace

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Photos by Kira Paterson. Pictured above are the workout demonstrators and fashion models as well as the owners and operators of Whitey’s Fitness & Body Shop and It’s Time Fashion & Gifts. Back row (from left): Alanna Ford, Jenna Lowry, Belinda Stewart, Barb Reid, Bev Davie, Olga Ivanets. Middle row: Pam Birch, Tara McCarty, Andrea Wilson, Sherry Hollier, Michelle McKay, Sherrie White, Michelle Jarvis, Mavis Kulbacki, Maidyl Abello. Front row: Rhian Beever,Sherry Francis, Shelley Graham, Ashley McCaughan, Chloe Hamilton, Ineke Mack.

By Kira Paterson

Neepawa Banner & Press

On Thursday, Oct. 18, Whitey’s Fitness & Body Shop and It’s Time Fashion & Gifts teamed up to put on Grit and Grace, a fitness and fashion show. This was their second of what they hope to make an annual event at Whitey’s gym. The purpose of the evening was to show the ladies who attended two great ways to make themselves feel beautiful and confident.

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$20,450 awarded to entrepreneurs at “What’s the Big Idea?”

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Photos by John Drinkwater. Pictured (L-R), back: Marilyn Crewe (EDO-Town of Neepawa), Elika Canete (Smile Pinoy Foods), Thed Paris (2D Creations), Diana Cao (2D Creations), Eriza Pepino (Cherish Creations), Magen Swift (Boho Soul Wellness), Jeff Kitching (Lakeside Millwork), Olga Boyko (custom clothing), Jamie Maddever (Dragonfly Drone Photography), Chantelle Parrott (EDO- Minedosa and Area CDC). Kneeling: Lynn Ranger (Two Barn Antiques), Chelsea Henry (Zenry Yoga), Mlee Kingdon (Theradream Therapeutics).

By Chantelle Parrott

EDO Minnedosa; CDC for Minnedosa & Area

$20,450 in cash and prizes was awarded to ten aspiring entrepreneurs from across Westman at the fourth annual ‘What’s the Big Idea?’ event last Thursday.

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You and your health - Back pain and pregnancy

By Dr. Melendy

Neepawa Chiropractic 

Pregnancy is a very exciting time for a woman. However, it can come with many physical changes that can cause back pain. It is estimated that 50 percent of pregnant women will experience an episode of back pain during pregnancy.

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