West Nile virus risk update from Manitoba health officials
The Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health reports more Culex tarsalis mosquitoes in southern Manitoba traps but no West Nile virus in 2008 so far. Peak exposure in late July to early August is anticipated. public guidance includes reducing outdoor time at dusk to dawn and using repellents.
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VIA Rail expands Rivers station to support western transcon service
VIA Rail moves Brandon North facility to Rivers over coming months. Starting Sept 8, Rivers passengers will access a secure station to board or detrain the western transcontinental Canadian.
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Boissevain RCMP Clerk Honoured for 30 Years Service
Linda Beard of the Boissevain RCMP detachment received a long service award for more than 30 years. The ceremony occurred on June 4 at Lower Fort Garry with His Royal Highness Prince Edward presenting the award. Beard noted 39 members transferring in or out during her tenure.
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Bear shot after trap fails in Souris
Manitoba Conservation destroyed a young black bear in Souris on July 3 after unsuccessful trapping efforts. The two-year-old bear was first seen in a tree on Dickson Street on June 30. Const. Steve Johnson of the Blue Hills RCMP called the outcome sad.
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Mites capture silver at provincial baseball finals
The Girls Mites Grandview Lakers finished their season in Winnipeg on July 6 capturing a provincial silver medal. They played 13 games with 12 wins and one loss before provincials and posted a 3-1 round robin. They beat Portage in the semifinals after a five-run final inning deficit but East St. Paul won gold with a 12-5 final.
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Darcy Hordichuk Returns for Kamsack Charity Classic
Former Kamsack resident Darcy Hordichuk, now with the Vancouver Canucks after a Nashville stint, returns for the second annual charity classic at Riverside Golf Course. The event highlights his move and hockey career for local fans.
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Wapella raises 65000 for new community grocery store
Wapella residents completed a share offering to fund a community grocery store, hitting a 65000 target after CD Fine Foods closed earlier this spring. The store is planned to open in August to serve the town.
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Agassiz rally backs Mt Agassiz ski area revival
People gathered July 13 at the former Mt Agassiz Ski Area to support the effort to reestablish the site. The rally marked the second event to drum up local backing. The ski area opened in 1965 and closed in 2000.
Swan Valley Food Bank Moves to New Home
The Swan Valley Food Bank relocates from a crowded Main Street space to the former Scouts Hall on Third Avenue, purchased from the Elks for 19900 after the Elks asked 29000, aiming to better serve the community.
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