Remembering the fallen in Flanders fields across generations
A piece honors Major John McCrae and the poem In Flanders Fields, recounts its publishing, Canada’s wartime losses, and the enduring call to remember sacrifice. It urges reflection on freedom, faith, and inclusion as a daily tribute to veterans and all who served.
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John McCrae
McCrae
Ypres
Belgium
Alexis Helmer
Ontario
Canada
Newfoundland
Parkland Bakery Opens in Former Spotless Dry Cleaners Site
The Bach family Jordan Don Betty and Joshua celebrate the grand opening as Russell town councillor Ed Frieze cuts the cake with Russell & District Chamber of Commerce president Bob Ross on hand. Parkland Bakery vows community support and long service ahead in the summer debut.
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Jordan
Don
Betty
Joshua Bach
Russell Town
Ed Frieze
Russell & District Chamber of Commerce
Bob Ross
Parkland Bakery
Bachs
Wanted on suspension warrant for unpaid fine in Manitoba
Wayne Belhumeur, 30, was convicted April 1 1994 of driving with over .08 BAC and ordered to pay a fine by June 30 that year. He has not paid in full, and a Warrant of Committal was issued for custody until payment. The Russell Banner and RCMP will publish a series on fugitives. Call Russell detachment 773-2105 or Crimestoppers 1-800-782-TIPS with information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayne Belhumeur
RCMP
Russell
Manitoba
Russell Detachment
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Terrie Welwood
Flanders Fields
England
Nother
Gerry Ging
Terrie Wer
Newann
Lowe
WeatherTec Services Inc
By Terrie Wel
The
Russell Banner
Guy Lagimodiere
Wayne Joseph Belhumeur
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