Community hall renewal urged to end outdated facilities
Roblin residents ask how past townsfolk funded projects and rallied volunteers for a new hall. They demand better accessibility and codes compliance, noting the current dance floor failure and ongoing access barriers for mobility impaired.
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The Roblin Review invites signed letters for publication and requires the writer to include address and phone number for verification. Only the name and town address will appear with the letter.
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Camping facilities at Goose Lake thanked by visitors
A visitor letter thanks Roblin town for its complimentary camping facilities at Goose Lake. The note expresses appreciation for providing overnight camping to visitors and praises the town’s hospitality.
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Roblin
Goose Lake
Interest free crop advance loans urged for farmers
The author calls for reinstating an interest free crop advance loan program to aid farmers amid high grain prices and storage concerns. Parliament adjourns soon, and Prairie MPs should press Agriculture Minister Don Mazankowski to restore the program to keep cash flow until quotas open and elevators move.
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Letters to the editor spark prairie debate on national role
A Bow Island editorial prompts readers to send in opinions on freedom of the press and regional influence as Canada gears toward an election. The writer weighs PC, Liberal, Bloc, Reform, and NDP prospects, noting Quebec's leverage and party dynamics across the country.
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Prairie perspectives on politics and reform in Canada
Prairie Perspective notes fading federal scene under new leadership and criticizes the old leader’s influence. It compares Reform Party prospects with historic Progressives and contrasts voter preference in new democracies for cultured leaders over election-focused politicians. Dear Editor prompts readers to finish the sentence about the next government.
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Manitoba Premier Filmon Eyes Brief Post Election Session
After the election, Premier Gary Filmon plans a short fall session possibly opening Oct 11 to pass a Throne Speech and a new budget. He aims to avoid strong Tory legislation and restore the spring budget cycle, while addressing potential changes to FOS, Winnipeg Council size, MLA allowances, and Landlords and Tenants Act. Cabinet spots may shift with Eric Stefanson, Louise Dacquay, and Linda McIntosh likely entering the cabinet and Denis Rocan considered for Speaker.
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Eric Stefanson
Louise Dacquay
Linda McIntosh
Harold Neufeld
Ed Connery
Denis Rocan
Pawley
Jim Walding
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