Community rallies to save Mt. Agassiz
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- Published on Sunday, March 1, 2015
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
Local citizens and ski enthusiasts gathered in the town of McCreary on Saturday, Feb. 21, to support the resurrection of Mount Agassiz ski hill. About 125 people participated in the rally, which included speeches at the local community hall and a protest at the base of the Alpine Archie road statue, against the demolition of the ski-lift towers.
Blood donor clinic coming to Neepawa
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- Published on Saturday, February 28, 2015
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
Next week, Canadian Blood Services will be making a stop in Neepawa for a two day blood donor clinic. To be held at the Yellowhead Centre on March 2 and 3, Canadian Blood Services spokesperson Mike Choi said that they are looking for all types of donors.
Liberal candidate meets the constituents
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- Published on Saturday, February 28, 2015
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
Last Saturday, federal Liberal Party candidate Ray Piche held a meet and greet in Neepawa. The event, held at the library, offered a chance for constituents to get to know Piche as well as talk to him about the Liberal Party. He said that the event went well and offered a chance to start the conversation and listen to constituents.
Neepawa fire deemed unsuspicious: RCMP
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- Published on Friday, February 27, 2015
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
While the investigation into the exact cause of a recent fire in Neepawa that completely destroyed the Home Hardware building is still underway, RCMP and the Office of the Fire Commissioner have confirmed that it was accidental.
