Credit Union opens new Lac du Bonnet building
The Weeklies report a new $1.8 million Credit Union branch in Lac du Bonnet unveiled last week. The 5,400 square foot facility includes video and alarm systems and features twin vaults encased in over 18 inches of reinforced steel.
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Ambulance staffing shortages hit Carberry area
The Carberry region faced five ambulance service gaps last week due to a lack of qualified personnel. Councillor Aitken criticized the tough accreditation rules that require drivers to be first responders, noting that even willing trainees are not always accepted. The Assiniboine RHA enforces strict qualifications, while Winnipeg and other areas recruit from rural ranks to fill openings.
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Government Bilingual Office to Open in Notre Dame Manitoba
A new Government Bilingual Office will bring federal and provincial services in French and English to the Notre Dame Mountain area. It is the third of six planned centres across Manitoba spanning Fannystelle to Mariapolis and St. Alphonse. Milo Spooner Craig broke her arm before a Cartwright farewell service but led the service with husband Doug during Communion. Milo leaves the Cartwright Mather charge to join Glenboro United.
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Expansion at Hamiota Dental Clinic Sees More Chairs Planned
The Hamiota Dental Clinic will gain six additional operatories and a centralized sterilization area after completion. The current staff of nine could grow to sixteen if a new dentist and a dental hygienist join, as Dr. Fedorowich seeks another dentist. A 2002 study of rural schools finds 33 percent of youths used drugs in the past year with first alcohol at 12.5 years and first marijuana at 14.
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Glenboro Harness Racing Marks 25th Consecutive Season
Glenboro harness racing celebrates 25 consecutive racing days at the track. After restorations last year including bleachers pole barn and judges stand the Turf Club reports a small profit from races and $3000 from sweepstakes for the Kinsmen Club. Funding for racing was partially reinstated after local industry and MLAs pushed for self sufficiency measures. A fall date was set to host the 25th straight season.
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Winter Wheat Incentive Program Encourages Fall Crops
The Tiger Hills Conservation District and Ducks Unlimited Canada promote fall seeded crops for first time winter wheat growers. Eligible farmers can receive eight dollars per acre up to fifty acres to start fall crops. Benefits include steadier workload, reduced erosion, better soil moisture, wildlife habitat, and lower crop losses with newer varieties and zero till methods. Contact THCD in Baldur at 535-2139 for details.
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Cypress River wedding and community notices in Edmonton and Calgary
The Cypress River News notes a Doug McLennan and Mary Ann Allarda wedding in Edmonton with visits in Calgary including Audrey Lundy. It reports the Interring of ashes for Alex Scott at Glencoe Cemetery on Sept 8 at 2 pm, with Legion and Auxiliary participation. Also mentions a roast beef lunch for 35 at the Cypress River Senior Centre and anniversary and birthday acknowledgments.
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