Community meeting may spur new village group
An information meeting at the school last Wednesday could launch a new community group. A committee will explore amalgamation, theatre revitalization, and hall management, but public input is needed to shape decisions and avoid delays. The theatre’s near financial ruin was raised, with a call to keep it open and involve residents in marketing and direction.
Letter to editor criticizes Skiddle Bits concert turnout
A Belmont reader expresses disappointment with the Skiddle Bits concert. They note a poor Glenboro turnout and say community effort and expenses yielded little attendance. They urge neighboring towns to support rural Manitoba events to benefit children.
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Christmas nostalgia for Hot Wheels memories
The author recalls childhood gifts and vividly bonds with Hot Wheels and racing setups from basements to budding competitions. They treasure futuristic cars, looping tracks, and the Red Baron model while noting enduring appeal versus current trends like Ninja Turtles. The piece hints at a future column by their son.
Prairie opinion column urges reform for Canada’s future
Fred McGuinness writes to Ottawa's Citizens' Forum chair Keith Spicer urging a Canada with provincial equality through a Triple-E Senate. The note expresses belief in a formal outlet for public views and asks for ideas to advance prairie interests.
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Barbara Frum
Quebec
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