Feds seek public input on one-year gun amnesty extension
The Conservative government proposes extending the non restricted firearms amnesty to May 16 2008 and invites comments before April 21. The measure aims to improve compliance with licensing and registration while pursuing gun control reforms in Canada’s minority Parliament. Local MP Inky Mark notes Canada Gazette pre publication and RCMP Legal Services handles submissions.
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Dramatic dog rescue by Shoal Lake firefighters
Shoal Lake firefighters rescued a dog from open aeration water at the lake around 5 45 p m on April 1. Firefighter Kent Workman alerted crew and coordinated the effort to save the distressed animal. Boissevain groups plan spring celebrations with Lions Club’s 50th anniversary charter on January 15 and Kinette Club charter on May 5.
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Survivors Spiel draws 140 curling teams in Souris
The Souris Curling Club hosts another Survivors Spiel themed Bikers. The event fills the arena with a full house as 140 teams compete, drawing strong support from competitors and fans.
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Gilbert Plains resident to receive Make a Difference Award
Bruce Jorgenson of Gilbert Plains is chosen for the Lieutenant Governor's Make a Difference Community Award for the Parkland region. Award presentations are on April 18 at the Winnipeg Convention Centre. The Sumos show featured Big Daddy Tazz and Rob Bruneau with Janet McKee and McMunn and Yates sponsors, raising about $6,000 for the pool construction fund.
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DAUPHIN HERALD PARKLAND BIOFIBRE extends closing to May 31
The DAUPHIN HERALD PARKLAND BIOFIBRE has amended its closing date to May 31 to finish raising money and secure bank financing. President Don Dewar says the hemp co op has raised less than 1 million dollars and funding must be in place by the end of April.
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Wowchuk Optimistic on Swan Valley Farming Season Prospects
Minister of Agriculture Rosann Wowchuk and Swan River MLA Rosann Wowchuk voiced optimism for this year’s farming season as prices rise boosting hopeful farmers. She cautioned about the future of the Canadian Wheat Board CWB amid price gains and market changes.
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Rural municipalities seek compensation over rail line closures
The RMs of Argyle Lorne Louise Pembina Riverside Roblin South Cypress Strathcona Thompson and Victoria petition both governments for substantial compensation due to discontinued rail services. They state the loss strains municipal roads and infrastructure and criticize the Prairie Grain Roads Program for not addressing the issue.
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