Take a Year Off Lottery Returns With 2 Million Twist
Russell residents learn the Take a Year Off lottery is back with a two million dollar twist. Over five years the town lottery funded local recreation facilities like the Russell Community Centre and Memorial Arena. New cash prizes dominate with two chances at a 1 million dollar envelope and a top prize of 1,000 dollars weekly for 52 weeks. Draws set for October and November with sales at local stores, the Town Office, and a toll free line for out of town buyers.
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Peter's Legacy Shaves Head For Cancer Cure Effort
Matt Walko a one year old child born into a family struck by cancer grows into a fundraiser during the Relay for Life in Dauphin. After his father died in 2000 and Matt’s own cancer surgery in 2003 his family formed Peter's Legacy to honor him. Matt shaved his head after raising 1205.68 dollars and his mother Verna, also battling cancer, joined the relay team along with relatives to thank supporters and push toward a cure.
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Stolen Sonoma Among Various Police Reports
Police log covers online scam report over a money order for merchandise not delivered. Weekend incidents include loud party dispersal at Asessippi Inn, informal resolution of a gas theft, ATV crash with impairment suspected and a green 1993 GMC Sonoma stolen from St Lazare address. Vandalism at Russell yard and Major Pratt school playground damage. Investigation ongoing into attempted break in at Russell Farm and Auto.
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