Weak leadership delays bids for 2006 Games
Community leaders in Russell and nearby towns criticize absence of a recreation director and poor communication as they recount preparing a bid for the 2006 Manitoba Games. They pulled their formal presentation after lacking financial statements from the 1998 Gimili Winter Games and faced uncertain community support.
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Brown
Robin
Gimi
Eldon
Games Committee
Russell
Parkland Sports Council
Manitoba Sports Council
Manitoba Games Committee
EDO
Rec
Montgomery
Pas
Tto
Saskatchewan municipalities urged to merge
University of Saskatchewan task force urges massive municipal consolidation from about 1,000 units to under 125 to cut costs and reduce red tape. Critics say the plan is top down and favors urban centers. supporters cite efficiency and stronger local governance with stable revenue. Public responses due by April 28.
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ByTerrie Welwood
Saskatchewan
Joe Garcea
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association
NDP
Garcea
Saskatchewan Association of Rural
Clay Serby
SARM
Bjornerud
Harrison
Serby
Manitoba
Alberta
Fatal fall at Red Bryer farm construction site
A 28 year old Russell resident identified as Mark Olynyk fell about 18 feet from scaffolding while working on a barn at Red Bryer farm, 13 miles northwest of Russell. He died of head injuries after transport from Russell Hospital to Saskatoon. Police and Bran son Medical Examiner and Manitoba Department of Labour launch inquiry.
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Terrie Betweon
Russell
Mark Olynyk
Rossburn
Red Bryer
Olynyk
am_bulance
Russell Hospital
Saskatoon
Branson
Manitoba Department of Labour
Gasoline price outlook murky as pumps stay high
Canada focus on oil company pricing as 1999 levels seem unlikely. Jenny Hillard of the Consumers Association of Canada predicts Manitoba regular grade at about 65 cents per litre within three months, but warns prices may not fall to 1999 levels. Government and refiners may raise taxes to fund upgrades amid global pollution pressure.
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Jenny Hillard
Consumers Association of Canada
Manitoba
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