Quilters Display Their Winter Sampler Works in Kenton
A group of women from Hamiota, Kenton, Decker, and Birtle areas completed a ten lesson Sampler Quilt Course led by Della Radcliffe of Cardale. They showcase their quilts at Kenton Community Hall on Sunday June 1 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm with a $2 admission and lunch. The exhibit includes quilts by area residents plus the Grainews and Farmwoman quilts. all are welcome.
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Della Radcliffe
Cardale
Hamiota
Kenton
Decker
Birtle
Council pledges flood area assistance and infrastructure support
The R M of Blanshard council held a special meeting on May 14 approving By-law 976 for local improvements and funding, and By-law 977 on the 1997 tax levy. The council offered one grader and a worker to aid flooded municipalities in the Red River Valley and authorized several community projects including dirt sale, cemetery maintenance, a grant for Oak River Cemetery, and road, water, and subdivision plans with funding from federal and provincial programs.
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R.M. of
Blanshard
Red River Valley
Oak River Cemetery
Oak Dale
Myths and Facts On Sun Safety For Outdoor Workers
Julie Clare explains National Sun Awareness Week May 26 to June 1 and warns outdoor workers to practice sun safety. A Canadian Dermatology Association study links long sun exposure to higher squamous cell risk. A tan signals skin damage, and clouds do not block ultraviolet rays. use wide brim hats and SPF broad spectrum sunscreen reapplied every two hours.
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Julie Clarentre
Canadian Dermatology Association
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Carol Little
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