Out of Helen's Kitchen - Tomatoes

By Helen Drysdale

Neepawa Banner & Press

It’s the beginning of September and I am dealing with super-prolific tomatoes and basil. Tomato and basil complement each other perfectly. So this is how I have been dealing with those red beauties and fragrant basil.

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Kin Canada honours local man with Lifetime Achievement Award

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Gord Patterson receives his award from Kin Canada national president Terri MacCannell in Sarnia On.

By Amanda Naughton-Gale

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From Aug. 15-18, 2018 members of Kin Canada gathered in Sarnia, Ontario for their National Convention. District two (Manitoba, Northwestern Ontario, Nunavut) had 19 delegates representing the district and local clubs, including representation from the Neepawa Kin Club and the Gladstone Kinsmen Club.

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Murray Parrott seeking Neepawa's top job

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By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

A current Neepawa town councillor is looking to shift seats this October, as Murray Parrott has confirmed he will be running for mayor. Parrott now joins incumbent Adrian de Groot on the ballot for the upcoming municipal election, which is scheduled for Oct. 24. De Groot confirmed his intentions to seek re-election back in May. As for Parrott, he noted that several citizens have approached him as of late, asking about his intentions and indicating their hope that he would run for the top position. 

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Going back to “Normal”

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Pictured is Fred Larwood as he appeared at the Banner & Press for his photo op on Sept. 4, sporting one of his favorite caps and a hearty smile.

By Ken Waddell

Neepawa Banner & Press

Fred Larwood of McCreary dropped in to the Neepawa Banner & Press office this week to let us know he was planning to attend the 1952-53 Normal School reunion at Portage la Prairie on Sept. 11 and 12.

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Neepawa ball diamond damaged

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By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

The main ball diamond at Neepawa's Agricultural Grounds was damaged recently. The vehicle tire marks were recently discovered throughout the diamond's outfield. 

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