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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 25, 1997
Page
2
Finance Minister Paul Martin unveils a budget with no new taxes and limited cuts, forecasting at least 5 billion in reduced deficits but drawing mixed reviews. Critics call it a budget of sweet nothings, while supporters tout health and education measures and a larger Child Tax Benefit.
A reader challenges the idea of community beyond Roblin and neighboring towns, urging open discussion and accountability. The letter notes a “US versus THEM” attitude at meetings and cites population figures for Roblin, Shell River, Hillsburg, and Park totaling 4 011. It also reports a Feb 6 1997 RED Roblin Economic Development meeting with about 15 attendees including the mayor and two councillors, and the town’s commitment of 30 000 dollars to hire an economic development officer.
A columnist defends the Canadian armed forces against media bias citing Somalia Perron and initiation rites. He argues reporters distort service ethics and calls for balanced coverage from Cliff Ashfield Murray Harvey and Al Blackmere, urging equal time and awareness of training risks.
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