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Newspaper
Rossburn Review
Location
Rossburn, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 20, 1990
Page
2
In Roblin Manitoba residents gathered to assess interest in a ski area proposed on a former nursery site along the old 83 highway about 30 km south of Roblin, on a north facing Shell River valley slope between Roblin and Russell.
The Leader reports Tourism Manitoba Eastern Region president Dave Studham warns of a sharp membership decline. In 1989 the region counted 127 members, down from 193 in 1988, hindering board placements due to shrinking numbers.
The Pas area plans five year logging by Repap Manitoba around Area 8 east of The Pas. A proposed road from Highway 10 south of The Pas would run east below Kelsey Lake. Natural Resources worries roads would enable hunting and harm wildlife. An environmental impact review with public discussion will precede any road building.
Pat Hamblin was honoured at a Morris reception as the Morris and District Chamber of Commerce Citizen Award recipient for 1989. The award recognizes volunteerism in daily life. Mrs. Hamblin, a Morris resident for 40 years, has volunteered thousands of hours with local groups, visiting shut-ins and improving the community.
The Highways Department confirms Highway 75 will remain through Morris for at least 10 to 15 years as four laning proceeds from Winnipeg to the U S border. Traffic needs will decide when a reroute is built, likely inside the dyke on Morris west side.
Manitoba Education Minister Len Derkach announced a shift to start all classes on September 4, extending the summer break. The plan preserves total teaching days by adding three in service days before classes while keeping Easter Monday classes. Supporters cite longer home time. critics worry about Christmas break and planning.
The Rossburn District Health Centre Auxiliary met January 23 at Mary Ann Grassinger’s home with 13 members present. Minutes and finances were reviewed, projects discussed, and plans made for a St Patrick’s Day bake sale and bingo on March 17 at the Town Hall basement. Three new associate members joined, and Jo-Ann Hamilton won the hostess prize.
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