Government funds bolster Roblin lagoon project
In Roblin, MLA Len Derkach and MP Marlene Cowling signed an agreement directing 600000 in federal and provincial money toward upgrading the town’s lagoon and irrigation system, with total project costs at 900000 paid over three years. The piece critiques welfare and public spending while noting broader social aid debates.
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Manitoba Education funding cuts hit rural and urban schools
Over two years Manitoba slashed 35 million from public school funds causing overcrowded halls, rising student ratios to resource staff, and textbook cuts. Urban divisions cut class lengths, reduced instructional hours, and limited computer labs while science programs face reduced budgets and four of six elementary gifted programs face cuts.
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Kamsack cyclone memory drive marks fifty years
The Kamsack Museum and Parkland Regional Library invite residents to share recollections of the August cyclone fifty years ago. Photos exist, but many untold stories remain. Three deaths occurred. Army and Air Force helped clean up. Main Street was sparse due to dances at Jonnie’s Pavilion. Community help welcomed.
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