Neepawa ready to help chip away at cancer

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

The Canadian Cancer Society wants you to hit the greens in Neepawa for a quick round of golf. The organization, in partnership with the Neepawa Golf and Country Club [NGCC] has organized the Chipping Away at Cancer tournament for Friday, June 22. The event has been organized as a four-player scramble and will raise funds that will go towards cancer research. In total, 20 teams have committed to the fundraiser, which includes a round of golf and a dinner.

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Why spend so much time exercising?

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By Dr. Mark Perret

BSCs DC Chiropractor

Everyone knows that we should all be active and get regular exercise to avoid cardiovascular disease and cancers.  But did you know that exercise has a profound affect on the brain?

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A little bit of everything at the Traveller’s Day parade

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The Lord Selkirk RFM Pipe Band were a popular entry in the parade.

By John Drinkwater

Neepawa Banner & Press

The 63rd annual Brandon Traveller’s Day Parade commenced at 11:00 a.m. on the corner of 6th Street and Rosser Avenue on June 9. Coordinator, Norm Joss, said over 100 different units participated in Saturday’s event, which included floats, four marching bands, military vehicles, veteran cars and horses.

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Polynesian food and culture visits Polonia

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Photos By Ken Waddell

The line up was long but the wait wasn’t as people quickly filed past the mountains of food at the Polonia supper.

By Ken Waddell

Neepawa Banner & Press

Polonia is a tiny community located in a valley part way to the top of  Riding Mountain. It boasts a fabulous view, steep forested hills, a few homes, a beautiful church and a fine community hall. On June 10, the Polonia hall was the setting for a community picnic and a fabulous supper, Polynesian style.

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NWA fundraiser is on target

Clay shooting event a success

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

The clay targets were flying through the air recently and it was for a good cause during the Neepawa Wildlife Association’s (NWA) ninth annual clay shoot. The event, which featured over 50 shooters, was held on Sunday, June 3 and served as a fundraiser for the club. In total, just over $2,000 was raised, through a combination of registrations, sponsorships and donations.

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