Faithfully yours - God’s everlasting love

By Neil Strohschein

The Neepawa Banner

We’ve all been there at least once in life. Someone that we dearly love, for whom we have cared and into whose life we have invested years of time, talent and treasure suddenly walks out of our lives, leaving us feeling abandoned, lonely and very much alone.

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My perspective - Questionable? Questions

By Kate Jackman-Atkinson

Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press

With the provincial election about the kick off, we got yet another reminder of how a candidate’s past comments on social media can come back to haunt them.  Last week, two candidates found themselves facing tough questions over questionable things they have previously said, or tweeted. 

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Right in the centre - Liberals and NDP still seeking candidates

By Ken Waddell

Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press

As of March 15, a scan of the party candidates for the April 19 election makes for some interesting reading. The PC Manitoba party has a full slate of 57 candidates. It has been in that position for a few weeks now. One would think the other parties would be too, especially the governing NDP. But not so. The NDP are still short 12 candidates and the Liberals are short 20. How can that be?

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Homebodies - A ‘do exactly what I want’ day

By Rita Friesen

The Neepawa Banner

Today I excelled at resting. To all appearances the day could have been described as wasted. I wasn’t just procrastinating, I wasn’t lazy. I simply spent the day as I wished.

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Herbs for Health - Amazing natural remedies – part one

By Janet Husak and Karen Burton

Herbs for Health

What are MCTs?  Medium chain triglycerides (fatty acids) or MCFAs; the “medium” references the chain length of the fatty acids. Oils can contain short chain, medium chain or long chain fatty acids, but most oils contain a combination of all three types. MCFAs are known to have tremendous health benefits.  MCT oil is ready-made fuel for the body and brain. It is a very beneficial supplement for those interested in weight loss, body building and others who are looking to prevent and fight degenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s. 

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