Tax talk in Manitoba politics spurs calls for smarter government
Manitoba taxpayers associations and politicians debate tax policy and spending cuts. Paul Edwards touts a property tax freeze for Winnipeg, while Gary Doer cites $119 million in cuts to grants and subsidies. Gary Filmon argues for a balanced budget law and performance measures to streamline services. The piece blends political jab and historical anecdotes about home economists and budgeting guidance.
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Quadruple Calf Born On St Patrick's Day At Roblin Farm
Glen Young, a Roblin area farmer, celebrated a rare quadruple birth when his cow delivered two calves in quick succession and a third and fourth arrived within twenty minutes. Vets pegged the odds at 400 million to one for a live quadruple birth.
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