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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 18, 1994
Page
2
Residents discuss fire safety after a mobile home blaze near a trailer court. Officials note lack of bylaw on mobile home distances and illegal wood burners may render units uninsurable. Tenants had recently moved out, and neighbors fear ongoing monitoring gaps.
Industry minister James Downey announced Manitoba led Canada in overnight American visitors in early 1994, with traffic exceeding the national average by more than two and a half times. The increase is tied to a marketing push and favorable exchange rates, adding nearly $5 million to Manitoba’s economy as US travelers spend about $297.77 per overnight stay.
Town faced controversy over culvert costs for Petz block expansion. Total for 210 feet plus installation was 3892.52 with 2657.85 for culvert alone. A 1266 bill for 100 feet issued July 21 sparked heated council discussion and Petz claims misquotes and tax impacts. The council planned to confer on October 13 after Petz attended a meeting and accused mayor Russell of breaking a promise.
A blue Precision 12 speed bike was reported stolen from Major Pratt School on October 8 at 10 00am. Police investigated multiple local incidents including a NSF cheque complaint in St Lazare, liquor in a vehicle at Beef and Barley town event, and vandalism with orange paint on a Russell arena rear van. No suspects located yet. The article also covers a Manitoba tourism uptick with American visitors spending more money through Travel Manitoba campaigns and rising overall tourism across roads and borders.
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