This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Russell area notes from March to June events and changes
Trustees named Tony Martin as CEO and he announced his departure to pursue other interests. Russell hosted Bantam Rural A Provincial Championships with MacDonald winning gold and Neepawa bronze, while Russell Rams claimed the consolation title. Community farewells to doctors and a move to Calgary followed. RCMP responded to a two-vehicle crash near Birtle. Transportation minister Lemieux announced Yellowhead work and highway intersections slated for fall 2006. Russell retained San locations after a nationwide closure and reopening. A Ukrainian Dance Competition marked its tenth year with 350 competitors. Public bus route changes were proposed to reduce costs. Funds raised for Father Bashutskyy’s kidney transplant. MS Walk raised over 12,000. Vagabond Theatre launched 2005 season. Twin Valley Co-op began a new store project. A student survey sparked parental concern. Local athletes shone with Julie Salyn making Team Canada West and Cody Macleod signing with Manitoba Moose. Nick Chartier and Cassidy Nemez invited to summer camps.