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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 17, 1980
Page
1
Patti Haliuk of Russell wins a silver medal at the Manitoban Sectionals in Gimli on December 5 and 6 in the Novice Ladies event. She places second in figures and first in Free Skates, moving to Divisionals, with Manitoba to be represented by a Russell skater at the national level.
Wong Lauchlan a 49 year old Pine Falls Manitoba native was chosen leader at a Manitoba Liberal leadership convention in Winnipeg. The Sunday event drew 837 delegates the largest Manitoba party convention turnout in a decade. Lauchlan defeated 30 year old Hugh Moran in a Loyd Axworthy race. He has served as Mount Royal College president in Calgary and acted as a United Church chaplain.
Approximately 135 friends gathered in the Town Hall basement on Thursday evening to honour Harry and Helen Aylwin and daughter Audrey before they moved to a new home. The gathering praised the Aylwins for their friendliness and community contributions during 26% years in Rossburn, as echoed by the Rossburn Review.
Russell Town Council considers RCMP rate increases with two constables at 19000 each and talks of renegotiation every five years. A provincial delegation works on cost reductions while the town plans insurance purchases sewer equipment and a photocopier lease. Next meeting January 8 1981 at 1 80 p.m.
Brian Ransom announces completion of the Wellman Lake cross country ski trail in Duck Mountain Provincial Park fulfilling a pledge to Swan River residents. The five kilometre addition extends Manitoba’s winter recreation options in scenic terrain for outdoor enthusiasts.
The R C M Police with Winnipeg and Brandon Police Departments run an anti vehicle theft program aimed at keeping youths out of trouble. They say vehicle theft drives juvenile crime and raises highway danger as stolen cars cause accidents, injuries, and potential loss of life.
The Russell Banner announces the Christmas edition will mail December 22 along with the regular issue. Deadline for ads and news is December 20 at 12:00 noon. No paper December 31. Next issue January 7 1981. District news should be in by January 2. Regular deadlines apply for January 7.
The Rural Municipality of Russell council met on Tuesday December 9 at 10:00 a.m. with Reeve Bob Witty in charge and all councillors present. They heard assessment appeals by correspondence and plan to present them to the Manitoba Assessment Review Committee early in the year. The session also noted a 10 percent rise in social assistance rates effective January 1.
Russell RM Council debates a provincial drafted bylaw exempting social assistance applicants able to work from support if employment is available. The motion was tabled for legal advice and councillor review. Also approved a 365 election expenditure outlay though no election occurred and agreed to one third of refuse dump costs at Binscarth. Meeting adjourned at 4 30 p m with next session set for Jan 23 1961. The council meets on the first Tuesday each month at the RM office on Main Street in Russell.
Education Minister Keith Cosens unveils $900,000 in funding for special needs projects across Manitoba school divisions and districts. The move reflects the department's focus on expanding education opportunities for students requiring additional support.
Fire Chief Hank Smith used The Annual Firemen's Party on December 8 to criticize municipal funding. He noted Russell contributes $36,000 more to police than fire, called for budget review after reporting 27 calls and 278 hours, and announced his appointment to Manitoba Association of Fire Chiefs in 1990.
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