1998 in Russell area headlines recap
A retrospective of 1998 events in Russell and province highlights include a fatal snowmobile crash near town, two 24 year old riders charged with negligence, and a January preliminary hearing. Provincial education funding rose yet rural divisions faced net decreases. Robinson’s Grocery closed after 115 years. a cancer research fundraiser with Wendy Smith and her dog team passed through Russell.
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Slovakian Jerseys Stolen From Russell Inn
Six Slovakian team sweaters were stolen from a Russell Inn hospitality suite on Christmas Eve following an exhibition against Manitoba All Star Junior Team. The royal blue sweaters bore numbers 1 3 11 19 25 27 with Slovakia embroidery and were not tied to any player. Police suspect possible travel from Winnipeg to Edmonton with an overnight stop. Crimestoppers is offering a reward for information.
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