Manitoba proposes provincewide smoking ban effective Oct 1 2004
After 115 delegations at 13 community meetings and 110 written submissions the all party task force recommends a provincewide smoking ban in all enclosed public places and indoor workplaces to take effect October 1 2004 with prior public education. The six recommendations include ceremonial use exemptions and hospitality industry input while addressing economic impact and enforcement.
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Police Report Purse Thief Caught On Tape
Police report details a purse theft at the Russell Inn C store later found in a men's washroom trash can. A gold ring with three birthstones was stolen. incident captured on video as investigators continue. Other entries note an impaired driver in Roblin, multiple egging reports, traffic sign violations, a minor highway collision, erratic driving, and a disturbance at Augusta apartments with no charges.
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Ban on Public Smoking Faces Rural Hotel Owners Pushback
Rural hotel operators led by Daymon Guillas and Rick Comish oppose a province wide smoking ban set for October 1. They warn loss of VLT play and booze sales could force layoffs, shorter visits, and painful revenue drops at bars and hotels catering to adult customers.
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