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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 15, 1985
Page
1
Richard Berndt of Foote, Jane and Belding warns that satellite dishes could end the real station in smaller markets within five years. He notes advertisers will prefer network time for exposure as distant signals enable broader reach. Local news may decline though dishes boost nationwide programming. Con't. on Page 9.
Manitoba legislature committee approved 1985 95 budget aims to boost grants to Main Street Manitoba projects from 1.5 million to 3 million. Total grants for two programs rise by over 2.4 million with increased administration costs. Changes include accelerated assessment reform and computerization work across municipal affairs.
Manitoba designates 15 lakes as sensitive under the Nun Act to guard groundwater and surface water. Six northern lakes including Rock Pelican George and Oak Lake Island Resort areas plus nine western lakes face strict controls on private sewage systems. Holding tanks allowed only with road access and pump-out services.
Herb Norberg inspects his seed box on Thursday afternoon while a cool weekend gave way to welcome rain across parts of the district. The Sunday and Monday showers brought a mix of rain and light snow in some areas.
Tracey Rutar leads the Manitoba Youth Job Centre to connect students and unemployed youth up to 24 with summer positions. The office offers resume help and application support, with visits planned to Gimli Birtle Rossburn and Waywayseecappa schools. Contact at Immunity Employment Centre, Call 7218, hours 9 11 am and 1 5 pm, Monday to Friday.
Manitoba announces a new pension arrangement enabling teachers to retire at age 55 with full earned pensions. The plan, funded by a five year offset from a $5 million portion of the current surplus, avoids added costs to government and taxpayers. After five years, costs split 70-30 between teachers and government. The change could free job openings for younger teachers while keeping experienced staff mobile.
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