Helicopter Crashes Near Silverton Leaves Pilot Unharmed
A Bell 206 Jet Ranger from North Bay Ontario lost control while spraying crops and crashed south of Silverton. The lone male pilot escaped and walked to a farmyard for help. He was treated at Russell hospital then moved to Brandon for further care. RCMP and Transport Canada continue investigations.
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RCMP
Fire and Ems
North Bay
Ontario
Russell Hospital
Brandon
Transport Canada
Seniors facility drive seeks tenants for new aged care homes
The APAL committee reports strong community support and nearly 1.5 million dollars in donations and equity from five area towns for a modern seniors assisted living facility. A prime Manitoba site, design by a leading local architect, and a seasoned contractor are secured, but sufficient tenant interest is needed to start construction in 2012. Delays raise entrance and monthly costs, creating a strong incentive to commit now.
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APAL
Police log notes road hazards and incidents on Hwy 83 and town streets
Police reports describe a damaged gas tank after a bump on Hwy 83 requiring vehicle tow, a golf cart left overnight on McDonald Avenue, an intoxicated man hiding on Main Street, a group of intoxicated individuals walking rather than driving from the Russell Inn, a bar fight in progress with no charges, a missing dog found in a crawl space, and speeding fines near Yellowhead. Officers warn of sink hole blockades and note insurance risk from driving past road closures.
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Janeth
McDonald Avenue
Main Street
RCMP
Russell Inn
Alberta
Russell
Arm of Silver Creek
Shorty
Winnipeg
Yellowhead
Cpl
Brett Church
Hwy 83
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