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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 27, 1994
Page
1
An AM from Silver Creek reported hay bales on Highway 45 near Silverton. Russell police responded with Greg Cochrane and his tractor to clear the debris. After the scene was cleared they were called back as Cochranes tractor caught fire and Russell Fire Fighters extinguished the blaze.
The 22nd annual Beef and Barley festival in Russell starts Thanksgiving week with a new kickoff plan. On October 5 at 11 30 am three hundred numbered ping pong balls will be launched from an elevated position replacing a helicopter drop. Doors prizes and discounts await at participating merchants. Friday features a concert by Not Goin To Vega at the Community Centre and a full day of events with over 60 tables. The Barley Barrel hosts celebrations Friday night and Saturday. The Bone Rattlers pedal tractor pull showcases young competitors’ energy and effort.
CKY TV in Winnipeg went off air at 1:00 p.m. on September 16 as the output transmitter burned up. A replacement could not be found since the original supplier no longer builds them, forcing CKY to seek a custom build. No return date is known. CKY is carried on Channel 125 cable in the area.
The town council in Russell authorized grants totaling hundreds to local groups under sections 380 and 382 of the Municipal Act. Grants include North Western Marquette Festival Association 100, Russell Chamber of Commerce 3575.22, Senior Services of Banner County 500, Russell Swimming Pool 1000, Russell Curling Club 3194.12, Russell and District Regional Library 8888, Russell Flying Club 1000, Russell Horticultural Society 150, Russell and District Community Centre 4323.18, Shellmouth Assiniboine Valley Economic Development Group 500, and Russell Scout and Guide Movement 300. By-law 1299/11/94 was passed to facilitate payment.
Tri Lake Health District announces October 1 move of local deliveries to Brandon General Hospital. Centre cites lack of medical manpower and adherence to College of Physicians and Surgeons guidelines, with Miriam Nichol noting obstetrical care remains available only at linked facilities. Councillors describe Memorial Hall fate and costs. Two Langenburg men hospital bound after Highway 16 crash. one seriously injured but improving.
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