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Racers from the region battle it out for bracket racing bragging rights. Everything from daily drivers, mustangs and motorcycles, to wheel lifting race cars were on hand Saturday in Neepawa for this year’s Yellowhead Roadrunners Runway Drags.

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Fighting to be heard– one veteran’s battle

By Ken Waddell The Neepawa Banner Richard Leslie is a WWII veteran who lives in Brandon. As you can well guess, he’s now in his 90s. He was only about 21 years old as WWII drew to a close. He participated in the Normandy invasion, the liberation of Holland and the defeat and occupation of Germany.

When it comes to war, he has seen it all. His trouble today is that while he may have also heard it all too, he can’t hear it all today. Leslie is pretty much deaf. Anybody who meets him and talks to him can figure that out. He has files and files of paperwork. His medical and hearing tests show his level of hearing loss. He gets a regular veteran’s pension and some compensation for severe freezing or frostbite of his hands and feet.

But when it comes to his hearing loss, which started with the artillery blasts and the intense noise of battles he experienced, Veterans Affairs Canada said they wouldn’t help him. Leslie says, “Why are they beating on me, there is no reason for it?” Leslie’s MP had tried to help him, but a rep from his office says they have been

turned down. The lady at the MP’s office said, “If it was up to me, I would help every vet.” But VAC didn’t see it that way, they refused to pay for Leslie’s hearing aids for years. Or at least they did until recently.

Leslie went public. He went to the Brandon Sun and to us at the Neepawa Banner.

The Sun story came out last week and within days, Leslie was told by VAC he will get his hearing aids paid for. On top of that, he has been told he will get a hearing loss pension and back pay.

It’s not as if Leslie can’t pay for them himself. “I can afford them,”He said. However, hearing aids are very expensive and Leslie says whether he can afford them or not isn’t the point. After all the years of military service and all the years he has worked, he thinks as a vet, he and other vets should be compensated.

Leslie explains that he “is not without means” and has owned his own property for years. “I have owned my house for 50 years” It’s not the money that motivates him, it’s principles that inspire Leslie to do what he is doing. It was the recent $10.5 million settlement to

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Richard Leslie as a young Canadian Soldier in the 1st Battalion Lincoln and Welland Regiment.

Omar Khadr, a Canadian citizen but convicted terrorist, that really set Leslie off.

Commenting on the Khadr case, he said, “Isn’t that a kick in the ass? Don’t you think that settlement hurts a guy. The fight I am putting up may help someone else who can’t help themselves.

If I can win this fight, it will help a lot of others.”

It appears Leslie may have won “his” battle but he and many others, this writer included, wonder why it has to be a battle? How can a convicted terrorist be compensated to the tune of $10.5 million and a 90 plus year old veteran have to fight for hearing aids. Even if it could be proven that Leslie didn’t have his hearing damaged by military service, why would VAC deny him hearing aids? Hopefully Leslie’s battle is over but likely every surviving vet will have to fight for what a logical person would offer them freely.

It just isn’t right.

A spokesman for Veterans Affairs Canada, when asked about Leslie’s situation, of course ran for cover behind the often repeated phrase, “I can’t comment on individual cases due to conf identiality.” The spokesman did say, “I won’t say this is just a coincidence,” when asked about the apparent sudden turn around or change of heart

by VAC. Leslie has a stack of paper stating that he doesn’t qualify for compensation for his hearing loss.

VAC sent this response, which certainly doesn’t explain Leslie’s refusal and the sudden change of heart

by VAC. The response is included below for readers benefit. As to the sudden turnaround, it’s anybody’s guess. My guess is VAC saw the heat coming from Leslie’s very public appeal and they ran for cover. Veterans like Leslie shouldn’t have to fight that hard, especially after they fought so hard as members of our military.

Leslie survived W WII, many of his compatriots did not. Leslie may have won this battle, one that he should not have had to fight.

He may have won the bigger battle as he said he did it for others that couldn’t fight for themselves.

It should not have taken this long, or even been a fight at all.

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Richard Leslie today with a picture of his medals from WWII.

Veterans’ Affairs Canada response: Good afternoon Ken, I’m pleased to provide you with a response to your query on behalf of the Department.

Thank you for the opportunity to comment.

The care and well-being of Veterans and their families is a priority for Veterans Affairs Canada, and we are committed to ensuring Veterans have access to the services and benefits to which they are entitled.

The Department is legally bound to protect client privacy/ confidentiality, therefore we cannot comment on a specific Veteran’s case.

Hearing Loss Decisions In fiscal year 2015-16, the Department made 5,247 hearing loss decisions, of which 55 per cent were favourable.

Decisions are based on evidence presented and legislated eligibility requirements.

Applicants who are dissatisfied with a decision from Veterans Affairs Canada have recourse options.

Those who have new evidence or can demonstrate there was an error made in the decision can have their decision reviewed by the Department.

The arms-length tribunal Veterans Review and Appeal Board (VRAB) offers Veterans two levels of redress. The first level is a review. If an applicant is dissatisfied with a VRAB review decision, they have the right to an appeal hearing. While a Veteran’s decision is under review by the Department or by VRAB, free legal help is provided by lawyers working with the Bureau of Pensions Advocates, a nationwide organization of lawyers within the Department.

If a Veteran has exhausted all redress options at the Board and remains dissatisfied, they have the right to apply to the Federal Court of Canada for a judicial review of the decision.

Eligibility for Benefits Every situation is unique and we work with Veterans on a caseby-case basis.

Veterans who believe they have a disability related to their military service are encouraged to apply to Veterans Affairs Canada for assistance and can contact the department through our toll free line (1-866-522-2122), or our Web site (http://www.veterans. gc.ca/).

A hearing loss disability can be considered to be partially or entirely caused by service factors.

The patient’s history, physical examination and relevant test results are considered along with

audiogram findings. The cause of hearing loss cannot be determined from an audiogram alone.

Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) reviews information from military service health records to establish the link between a disability and military service. VAC obtains the service health records directly from the Department of National Defence or Library and Archives Canada on behalf of applicants.

The applicant may provide additional information or supporting documents to show, for example, that they served in a noisy occupation or were exposed to significant noise, their hearing on enlistment or enrollment was worsened by service, decibel losses or hearing loss during service and/ or on discharge, or other servicerelated causes for the hearing loss. A post-discharge or current audiogram is required with the application.

It is important to note that additional services and benefits may be available to assist Veterans with hearing conditions.

For more information, please see: http://www.veterans.gc.ca/ eng/services.

Sincerely, Marc Lescoutre Media Relations Officer Veterans Affairs Canada

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By Kira McCormick-Adema The Neepawa Banner

Five community members came together after an unfortunate circumstance of a suicide, that want to help others be aware. They called the group Miles for Mental Health and they are hoping to get people to do physical activity to help them with their mental health. Their first event is on Sunday, August 20 at 8:30am, followed by a comedian who has Bipolar Disorder, called Big Daddy Tazz, which starts at 10:30 am. Participants in the Miles for Mental Health walk get to watch for free, and community members are asked to make a small donation of $10 or more.

Diane Martin, the event coordinator/registration chair, says that it is important to participate in order to raise awareness.

The event does not have enough volunteers yet; they specifically need volunteers to be spotters. The spotters will have a spot to be and will assist participants if they need help with directions, etc.

The proceeds from the event go to SPIN, Suicide Prevention Implementations Network, which has smaller programs inside of the community. All the proceeds from the event will stay in the local SPIN programs.

The route for the event starts down at the Flats, no matter which of the four levels you are doing, the 1k, 5k walk, 5k run, or the 10k run. The 1k walk goes around the Flats in Neepawa. The 5k walk and run go from the Flats up towards the hospital, then down and around the hospital to the cemetery, around the cemetery and back to the flats. The 10k runners will do the 5k course twice.

To register, contact Diane Martin, (204) 841-0931, email milesformentalhealth1@gmail.com or on the Miles for Mental Health Facebook. The event is a non-registered event it is a fun run. Early bird registration ends on August 10, entry includes a tee shirt, breakfast donated by local businesses, and to go see the entertainment. Under the age of five is free.

By John Drinkwater The Neepawa Banner At the July 19 Neepawa Rotary Club meeting, members were given the opportunity to say farewell to exchange student Agi Nagy. In her Power Point presentation, Nagy, who is from Slovakia, spoke of her year in Canada. She offered special thanks to her host families, the Gerrards and McConechys, for giving her so many opportunities to see different parts of the country.

Upon returning home, she faces two more years of high school, so is presently unsure of her future plans.

Former student, Christina Pichardo Lapetra, spoke of returning home to Seville, Spain and completing Grade 12. She plans to take on-line university courses, which will enable her to travel to meet her international friends.

Outbound student Jayden Lowe is preparing her visa application for her year in Brazil. The incoming student is a 16 year old boy, Max from France, who is preparing his documentation.

Cristina Pichardo Lapetra (left), last year’s exchange student, and A g i N a g y, o u t g o i n g exchange student.

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Manitoba has the second highest number of VLTs in Canada

reader and friend called last week and he was somewhat amazed at how much money gets poured into slot machines in rural towns. That raises the question as to how much do the slot machines return to the winners, to the facility owners and to the government? In 2016, the Town of Neepawa received $57,562.14 which was a $5,000 base fee and the rest on a per capita basis. But that figure pales in comparison to how much money goes out of the community. That said, I have heard from some Legions and hotels that if were not for the VLTs, they would not survive.

That is unfortunate on a number of fronts. The VLT money mostly goes to the government. A small percentage gets paid to winners, a small amount to the facility owners and a huge amount to government.

A Winnipeg Free Press article in 2016 stated that “According to Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries’ 2014-15 annual report, VLTs generated $323.5 million in revenue, an increase of $14.2 million or 4.6 per cent from the previous year. It contributed to almost 30 per cent of Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries’ net income.

Manitoba has the second highest number of VLTs in Canada, second only to Quebec, and by far the highest number per capita.

There isn’t a lot of benefit to local communities from VLTs when all is said and done.

There are forms of gambling that benefits local communities and organizations in a more meaningful way than VLTs and one is the now popular Chase-the-Ace events.

Chase-the-Ace events are popping up all over Canada and for

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Ken Waddell good reasons. CTAs are a social event, they happen regularly and usually involve an evening out and maybe a meal and refreshments.

There is an immediate chance to win each night. They are locally run and 50 per cent of the income stays with the local group and therefore in the local community.

The government only takes one and a half per cent of the gross income, which is much less than they extract from the VLTs. The winners are usually local and that money stays in the community as well. Local CTA events have a definite localized social and economic impact.

Some CTA events across Canada have reached huge jack pot amounts. Neepawa has two Chase-the-Ace events, one at the Neepawa Legion and one held by the Neepawa Natives Hockey Club.

The Natives event is held during the summer at the Neepawa Golf course and it has had a definite upswing in business for the golf course on Friday nights. During the hockey season, the Natives CTA is held at the Yellowhead Centre.

Both events are growing nicely.

The Neepawa CTA events aren’t heavily attended yet but will grow.

Both the Neepawa Legion CTA and the Neepawa Natives event

would welcome more participants.

They’re a good social time and the money raised stays in our home communities.

There are those who choose not to gamble and I totally respect that.

For those folks, there are many ways they can contribute to local groups like the Legion or the Neepawa Natives hockey club. There are lots of events to attend, lots of volunteer positions to fill.

There is also the all important social aspect of getting out and about. I have received untold comments from people over the years that there is no place to go on a Friday night to have a meal or a snack, to have some refreshments and to just relax and visit. The above mentioned venues are but two of many places in The Banner coverage area to go to have some visiting and some fun. They are both local and the funds raised mostly gets poured back into our community.

Maybe all that money that is swallowed up by the ever hungry VLTs would be better fed into a local CTA event. The government only takes one and a half per cent of CTA events (and local lotteries) instead of the huge bite they take from VLTs. Just saying folks, just saying.

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ast week, as most of Manitoba was experiencing a heat wave, I was looking at some icebergs in Canada’s easternmost province. Over seven days, we saw not only icebergs, but also whales, puffins, subarctic tundra, the earth’s mantle, a landlocked fjord, a Norse settlement and the differ- MY ence one person PERSPECTIVE can make. Of course, we also ate lots of fish and chips.

Kate This trip marked my first Jackman-Atkinson time to the island, which was the first place Europeans made contact with North America. In 1,000 AD, Leif Eriksson, son of Erik the Red, and his Norse crew touched land at the northern end of Newfoundland. The Norse explorers and traders came to what is known as L’Anse Aux Meadows from Greenland. There, they built timber and sod buildings to act as their base camp for trade further inland, in an area they called Vinland. This camp, which was used for about 10 years, was mentioned in Norse stories, known as the Vinland Sagas. However, it wasn’t until the 1960s that the site was discovered. In 1968, a group led by Norwegian explorer Helge Ingstad, his archaeologist wife Anne Stine and local resident George Decker began excavation of the site and found a small bronze cloak pin. With this discovery, and others at the site, they were able to prove the Norse presence almost 500 years before Italian-born Giovanni Caboto, commonly known as John Cabot, "discovered" the New World in 1497.

Also located on the Northern Peninsula, we toured the Grenfell Museum. This was the first time I had heard about Dr. Grenfell and I feel as though my education in Canadian history fell short.

Educated in London, Dr. Grenfell first came to the Newfoundland and Labrador coast in 1892. As part of the Royal National Mission To Deep Sea Fishermen, the trip combined his desire to provide medical and spiritual services to North Sea fishermen with his adventurous spirit.

From that first trip, Dr. Grenfell decided to set up permanent services to help the 30,000 people who lived and worked along the Labrador coast, where there were no permanent medical services.

Grenfell’s work treating the residents’ medical needs led him find solutions to the poverty and malnutrition that were the root causes of many of their ailments. In addition to opening a string of hospitals, nursing stations and operating hospital ships, Grenfell also established schools, orphanages, farms, health education and an internationally recognized craft industry that provided income to families and injured fishermen. Interestingly, he alienated some of his urban donors when he created a co-op that allowed fishermen to buy supplies outside of the credit based “truck” system, which kept them indebted to merchants, and a saw mill that would provide off season employment.

This vast enterprise was funded by donations solicited during speaking tours, book sales and the sale of handicrafts, including the famous Grenfell hooked rugs. As the mission grew, Grenfell took on a leadership and fundraising role, while other doctors and nurses worked on the front lines to provide the needed services. The busy summer months also attracted a myriad of volunteers, including health professionals, students and ordinary citizens who wanted to make a difference. It was inspiring to see how one person’s vision built what was essentially a province-wide health care system.

Despite all of these attractions focusing on the ingenuity and determination of the human spirit, one of the highlights for me was found in the oceans. There, off the eastern coast of the island, we sat in a bay watching about 20 humpback whales as they dove and breached, filling themselves with tiny fish, called Capelin, in preparation for their migration back south.

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he words haunt me to this day. They came from a very distraught mother. Two years earlier her oldest son had been murdered.

When I met her, she had just received the news that her youngest son had been killed when the vehicle in which he was a passenger had been involved in an accident. She was desperately trying to make sense out of what had happened to her family.

These were her words: “Why is God doing this to us?” I couldn’t answer her question then and I can’t answer it now—at least not in the way that she wanted me to answer it.

Many of the questions we ask assume things about God that simply aren’t true.

For example, God doesn’t speak to people and tell them to commit acts of violence or murder. They do that on their own and one day, every one of them will answer to God for what they have done.

As for the accident that took the life of this woman’s

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Haunting words FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein youngest son, it was just that—an accident; and accidents can happen to anyone at any time, as we all know.

Perhaps this grief-stricken mom was really asking the same question that one of Jesus’ friends, a lady named Martha asked after her brother Lazarus had died. Her first words when she saw Jesus were: “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died;” which is another way of saying: “Lord, you knew he was sick. You could have done something to keep him from dying. Why didn’t you?” (Read the whole story in John chapter 11) That question is somewhat easier to answer.

God is sovereign. He can do anything he chooses to do. He could have healed Lazarus and kept him from

dying. He also could have prevented the tragedies that took the lives of the two young men mentioned above.

But that’s not how God operates. He allows nature to take its course. People are born. People get sick. People die. People are murdered.

People’s lives are taken in accidents. These are common occurrences. They have happened to others.

We should not be surprised, nor should we be angry with God if they happen to us, or to someone we know and love.

Instead, we can always draw comfort from knowing that God is with us at all times and in all of the trials and struggles we face. He comes to us with the assurance that he is our refuge, our strength and our very present help in time of

trouble. (Psalm 46:1) God doesn’t go around c aus i ng problem s for people. We are quite capable of doing that on our own; and given the political, economic, social and moral mess in which we find ourselves, I’d say we’ve done a pretty good job of it.

Don’t expect things to change any time soon. We are facing challenges that took us hundreds of years to create. They won’t be solved overnight. The uncertainty caused by these problems will remain with us for generations to come.

But so will the evidence of God’s faithfulness. The sun will continue to rise and set.

The seasons will each come in order. Governments will come to power and fall from power. We will each have our fair share of good times and challenges. One day, every one of us will get old, will get sick and die. And God will be there every moment, giving us the wisdom and strength we need to survive and thrive, no matter what life sends us.

The dog days of summer

ikes! It’s August! The dog days of summer.

True meaning: the hottest weeks of summer, from early July to early August. Also the time when Sirius, the Dog Star, rises and sets with the sun.

What I have noticed, and this is a bit of a downer, the daylight hours are approximately equal to what we enjoyed in the later part of May. There are mornings when it is nip and tuck that the sun is up before me – darn little dogs of mine that need to go pee! And the sun is setting before I am ready to see it leave. This past week has indeed proven the validity of the age old quote.

These dog days of summer banish all thoughts of a ‘three dog night’, a night so cold one requires three dogs to cuddle up and stay warm.

There are a wide variety of dog quotes, some common and some less frequently

HOMEBODIES Rita Friesen used. One I had not thought about –‘why keep a dog and bark yourself?’. Translated, why hire someone to do something, then do it yourself? I equate that to asking a child to perform a task and then re-doing it to meet one’s own expectations. Not that I am calling a child a dog, just the concept. How about ‘That dog won’t hunt’? Saying, in fact, that the idea will never work, just forget about it. I can relate that to several child rearing concepts as well! Trusting that the dishes will be washed and the floor swept when mom gets home from a day’s work!

Really familiar with, ‘My dogs are barking’. A long

Observation

Observation, by Addy Oberlin, is temporarily on hiatus, but will return to the pages of the Banner later in August.

day of shopping, walking on concrete floors and my dogs are not only barking, they are howling and yelping. A hike in a forest or along a river bank doesn’t hurt my feet the way a slow, steady walk in a mall or museum does. Totally unfamiliar with ‘Dog my cats!’ Meaning ‘Oh my!’ I can see utilizing that saying a time or two.

Modified cuss word, sort of. The resource I utilized (Google!) has ‘A dog’s breakfast’, meaning a mixture of all kinds of things. I am familiar with the term being used to describe a rather inedible meal. Prefer their definition this time, less insulting to the cook. Listed

in the quotes are some that need no introduction or interpretation – ‘I’ve got to see a man about a dog’, ‘Raining cats and dogs’, ‘It’s a dog eat dog world’, (not a concept I endorse!), and ‘Gone to the dogs’.

Rounding out the sage sayings are two that I watch every day. As I prepare to leave the house, again, Miss Daisy and Henry Hoover sit there, ‘Sad as a hound’s eye.’ It is a very sad and pitiful look. Almost enough to make me relent and either take them along, or stay home myself. Almost, but not quite. And then when I return, whether I have been gone 10 minutes or 10 hours, there they are, ‘Like a dog with two tails’. So happy that I have returned to care for them, cater to their every need and feed them, that they almost turn themselves inside out with elation.

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Fireflies and things that glow in the dark

There is something magical about fireflies. Seeing an insect which had mastered the magic of creating light, especially in the times before electricity, must have bordered on the mystical.

I must admit, I’m not immune to that feeling either. I was walking down the road here in Point Pelee just as it got dark. The firefly action was unlike anything I had ever seen. At first I was watching a few fireflies dipping and diving over the road, much like I would see in Onanole. As it got darker, the frequency of the flashes started to increase. Then it got really intense. There were flashes all around me as the fireflies perched on the foliage along both sides of the road fired off the light in their abdomens.

I have never been on central stage in the middle of a huge arena during a Rolling Stones concert, but I suspect that I now know what it’s like to be surrounded by thousands of camera flashes, albeit tiny ones. I don’t want to be critical of Manitoba’s fireflies, but I must admit that they are slightly less spectacular.

Rather than quick flashes, Manitoban fireflies tend to display with bursts of light up to a half second long. These displays have a bit of a hook shape to their flight, as if the male fireflies are creating the letter J. Whether in Ontario or Manitoba, each species of firefly has its own display. Some males display with a hook, as mentioned, while others I was recently watching flashed twice and then lit up a long slash of light. Others flash once every 5 seconds at the most, while others space their flashes out.

Certain firefly species will even blink in unison. Rae and I saw this once in the wilds of Borneo where we were hanging out in the jungle. So, less like being at a rock concert, it was more like being surrounded by ships simultaneously flashing Morse code at each other. Each display is meant to ensure that the females are attracted to the male of the correct species. No matter the type of display, once the female finds the right male, mating occurs and the female will lay eggs on the forest floor, or under leaves.

Fireflies, of course, aren’t flies at all, but rather a beetle that has developed the art of combining magnesium, oxygen, and ATP (the energy-creating molecules in cells) in their abdomens.

The result of this reaction is the creation of cold light, one which produces no heat. The fact that it’s a cold light is a good thing.

In terms of safety, you wouldn’t want a bunch of fire bugs in a tinder dry forest. In some firefly species, the larval form also glows, and because the larvae look like maggots, people saddled them with the name glowworms. Unlike their adult forms though, the reason for the glowing in the larva has less to do with love and more to do with food. Most firefly species are predatory and will eat a wide variety of insects, worms, slugs etc. The purpose of the larvae’s glowing is to attract other insects which are then captured and eaten. Which brings up a somewhat confusing fact. There is a second type of glowworm in New Zealand that some readers may have seen in their travels Down Under. These glowworms are not related at all to our fireflies, but are the larval form of a fungus gnat. Like the North American fireflies, these gnat larvae are meat eaters, and glow to attract their prey which are captured on long strands of thread covered in saliva.

I once had the most magical experience in New Zealand. I toured a cave where you can float through underground rivers in a boat, lying on your back as you stare at the cave roof. The glowworms were anchored on the ceiling of the caves, glowing away in the pitch dark.

At the time, I imagined that, rather than looking up, I was looking down on the earth from space, seeing a land in darkness, with each cluster of glowworms representing a town or village.

The clusters were separated by stalactites, so it appeared that each village was surrounded by large mountains. It was totally, like I said, magical.

So the next time you see a firefly glowing in the night, I recommend you take some time to enjoy its display. It’s just a chemical reaction in a bug’s butt, but it sure is pretty. Nature notes: In my last article I discussed poison ivy. In particular, I pointed out how the poison ivy grows as true vines and can climb high into the trees. I just found out it gets worse. There are actually three growth forms of poison ivy. The first is the one we all know and fear – the plants that grow about knee high along the Manitoba escarpment or along the shores of Lake Manitoba, and points east. Then there are the vines previously mentioned. Now I have found out that there is a third kind. This version grows like a shrub, literally the size and shape of a small crabapple tree, or a hawthorn bush. I came across this growth form last week, and luckily, just before I pushed back its branches as I walked past, I did a double take as I thought it looked suspicious. One of my co-workers confirmed that it was indeed a poison ivy tree.

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EcoCentre BBQ scheduled for Aug. 24

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The RM of WestlakeGladstone is holding a barbecue day on Aug. 24 to educate people about how to properly and safely utilize the EcoCentre.

T he R M has been holding this barbecue annually since 2014 in order to promote their EcoCentres and to encourage residents to recycle oil and items such as filters, antifreeze and containers.

Amy Redekopp, administrative assistance with the RM of Westlake-Gladstone, says the EcoCentres are sponsored by the Manitoba Association of Resource Recovery Corporation (MARRC).

“We support environmental sustainabilit y, and recognize the importance of engaging our residents,” Redekopp explains. “With a municipality of our size, hosting a barbecue is an easy, fun way to encourage participation and raise awareness about oil and antifreeze recycling.”

Redekopp goes on to say that the RM believes that every person, business and organization is responsible for sustaining a healthy planet.

“Recycling, or proper disposal of oil, prevents the likelihood of pollution on both dryland and on waterways,” she affirms, pointing out that it takes only one gallon of improperly disposed oil to contaminate one million gallons of water. “Used

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Used oil filters may contain residual used oil, and take up valuable landfill space.”

In addition, Redekopp notes, oi l, ant ifreeze and diesel exhaust fuel containers also take up landfill space and take a very long time to deteriorate, while the burning of such products releases harmful toxins into the environment.

“Recycling these products is just as easy as recycling normal household waste,” she says.

“These are four drop off locations in our municipality, and there is an online database listing

locations province-wide.”

Redekopp hopes that lots of families and individuals will come out to the barbecue to socialize, meet municipal staff and councilors as well as representatives from MARRC, and have fun while f inding a place for their used oil and antifreeze products. The event is free for people who bring in such items, and costs $5 for people who do not have a recyclable product. In addition, for the months of July and August, at all four EcoCentres (located in Gladstone, Langruth, Plumas and Westbourne), all municipal residents who recycle used oil, antifreeze or filters will receive one free litre of oil and be entered into a draw to win prizes.

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The CRA scam is on the rise again. In Neepawa, residents have been receiving calls claiming to be from the Canada Revenue Agency. In one case, they left a voice mail saying, “The very second you receive this message, I need either you or your attorney of record to return the call. This issue at hand is extremely time sensitive. My name is officer Cory Guillians, don’t try to disregard this message and do return this call.”

The RCMP website offers signs to watch for to stay protected from the scam, the CRA will never ask for prepaid credit cards or iTunes gift cards, they also will not send out emails that have details about tax refunds or e-transfers. There will never be personal information on the voice mail that is left. Additionally, legitimate CRA representatives will identify themselves as agents, not officers, and will provide their employee ID number.

The scam is trying to get victims to call the hot line that they provide so they can get personal information, such as full name and social insurance number. Then, they can steal the victims full identity and commit other forms of fraud. If anyone receives a call like this, the RCMP do not recommend calling the local dispatch; hanging up if it is a scam is the best course of action you can take. Only call the local dispatch if you are victimized by the scam.

The CRA would like people to know the following information, that if you receive a call saying you owe money to them, you can call the CRA or check out the account online to be sure. For people who are signed up through online mail, the CRA will: send a registration email to the address you provided for their online mail service for an individual or business. The CRA will not send an email with a link and ask for personal or financial information. The only time the CRA will send an email with links is when a taxpayer calls in and requests a form or link to specific information, then the agent will send that email while they are still on the phone.

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Helen Drysdale out of helen’s kitchen

The 1950’s

This year Canada is celebrating 150 years since confederation (The Sesquicentennial). I thought I would spend the next several months showcasing some historic recipes in Canada’s honour.

With the onset of the post-war “baby boom,” women dedicated themselves to caring for their growing families. In 1946, Earl Tupper introduced his legendary airtight seals patterned after the inverted rim on a can of paint which prevented food from drying out, wilting or losing its flavour in the refrigerator. As well Tupper’s plastic products such as the Wonderlier Bowl and Bell Tumbler offered a distinctive benefit that traditional food containers did not: they were lighter and less likely to break than traditional glass and crockery. Tupper’s products didn’t sell well in retail outlets, primarily because consumers needed demonstrations in order to understand how they worked. Home parties seemed a fit. Home parties came at a time when women came back from working during World War II only to be told to “go back to the kitchen”. Selling Tupper ware seemed like an appealling career. The Tupperware hostess was given a prize as an incentive to sell the products. The more sales were made at her home party, the bigger the prize. And as these prizes increased in value, the more home parties were hosted, some lavish and outlandishly themed parties. The “Tupperized” kitchen was born- a kitchen that was well organized and neat. The Party Bowl kept macaroni and egg salads fresh, while The Pie Taker provided easy transportation for homemade desserts.

This was ‘the modern way to shop’. The Tupperware parties also gave women a time to socialize, learn new recipes and affordable containers. I still have my Tupperware from my wedding shower, 44 years ago. It just doesn’t wear out! Today’s recipes come from Tupperware or use Tupperware containers and will help battle the summer heat.

Orange creamsicles Ingredients: 1 cup orange juice -fresh or frozen 3 tablespoons honey 1 1/2 cups melted/very soft vanilla ice cream Mix juice and honey together. Gently fold in soft ice cream.

Pour into lollitups and freeze until firm.

Peach creamsicles 2 peaches, ripe 1 1/2 cup peach nectar 1 1/2 cups vanilla greek yogurt In the Quick Chef mix together all the ingredients until well blended.

Pour mixture into lollitups and freeze.

Blueberry lemon popsicles 1 cup frozen or fresh blueberries 1 cup lemonade 1 cup blueberry yogurt Mix the lemonade and yogurt together. Add the blueberries.

Pour into lollitups and freeze.

Raspberry freeze 1 envelope Dream Whip 1 package cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup milk 1 package 300g frozen raspberries, thawed and drained Prepare Dream Whip as directed. Beat cream cheese, sugar and milk until soft and light, fold in raspberries. Gently fold berry mixture into topping. Spread into a lightly oiled Tupperware mold, the (smaller one) and freeze for 3 hours or overnight.

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Above: The pancake breakfast was held inside the Plumas skating rink after the parade on July 22. Bottom left: The Plumas Fire truck that was in the parade driven by Matthew Dayholos. Bottom right (from left): Makaela Sellers, Cassy Purkess, Timothy Bulas and Ella Bullas are all enjoying getting to decorate the car with chalk as one of the childrens activities that was held throught the day. From the slow pitch tournment, a special thanks would like to be given out to The Minnedosa Team that came and played, they came runners up on the A side finals and they kindly donated their prize money back to the Plumas skating rink.

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Top: Agassiz MLA, Eileen Clarke, gets some help from local dignitaries to cut the ribbon, opening her new constituency office in Gladstone on July 20. Top right: Eileen Clarke giving the opening speech. Bottom right: A delicious cake was served to guests to help celebrate the grand opening.

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On Ju ly 20, E i leen Cla rke, M L A for t he Agassiz constituency, had a grand opening for her new office in Gladstone.

Clarke and some of her representatives from the area came together and had a ribbon cutting and visiting. Clarke said in her opening speech, “We know what direction we would like to take Agassiz in.”

Clarke said that she feels good about her term and has not had a bad day yet; just long hours and a lot of work. During the busy session, Clarke wants to keep in touch with all the issues and all the challenges that are thrown in her direction.

The primary issues that will be high on Clarke’s agenda are the provincial budgets for 2018 and the new bills.

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The Carberry Royals continue to be giant killers in the Santa Clara Baseball League playoffs.

After eliminating the second seeded Minnedosa Mavericks in the opening round, the Royals followed that up with a semi-final series victory over the top ranked Portage Padres.

Carberry secured their spot in the finals on Tuesday, Aug 1, with an 11-9 win in Portage la Prairie.

Royals pitcher Daylon Creasy collected the win, while Dustin Donald was handed the defeat for Portage.

The next challenge for seventh ranked Royals (48-2 regular season record) will be the third seeded Neepawa Cubs (8-5-1).

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The Carberry Royals celebrate after winning the deciding game of their best-of-three semi-final series against Portage on Tuesday, Aug 1.

Dauphin Brewers in their best-of-three semi-final.

The Cubs earned their spot in the final with a 10-5 victory in Dauphin on Friday, July 28.

Previous to that series clinching win, the Cubs won game one in dominant fashion, blanking the Brewers 9-0 on Wednesday, July 26. Garrett Rempel lead the way for Neepawa, both

on the mound and at the plate. Rempel nearly hit for the cycle with a single, double and triple and also registered seven strikeouts pitching for the Cubs.

The Cubs and Royals played one another twice during the regular season, with Neepawa claiming both games. The first game was in Neepawa and was a 1-0 pitcher’s showcase

between Rempel and Carberry’s pitcher Bret Heselwood. The second game between the clubs was July 7 in Carberry and saw the Cubs score three late runs to upend the Royals by the score of 8-6. Game one of the best-of-five final will be played on Friday, Aug 4 in Neepawa. Opening pitch is scheduled for 6:30 pm.

A pair of players from the Neepawa Cubs have been honoured with year end awards. Garrett Rempel has been named the Santa Clara Baseball League’s most valuable player, while Cole Krutkewich was named the top rookie player of the 2017 Santa Clara season.

Rempel’s exceptional regular season included a .541 batting average, which was second-best in the league. He also added a league leading 13 stolen bases to his stat line, while striking out just three times over 42 regular season plate appearances.

Rempel also had a solid season on the mound, with a record 4-0 and an exceptional 1.36 earned run average (ERA) and 34 strikeouts.

Rempel’s teammate, Cole Krutkewich earned the top rookie award for the 2017 Santa Clara season, after compiling a .296 batting average and a 3.86 ERA in 16 1/3 innings as a pitcher.

One other award which was announced by the league went to Jason Kirkland of the Portage Padres, who was named the top pitcher. He threw a league-high 40 1/3 innings and collected 50 strikeouts while maintaining a solid 2.26 ERA.

Solid local support for Baseball Provincials

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The call for volunteers appears to have been heard for the 2017 Senior ‘AA’ Provincial Baseball Championship. The event, scheduled for Aug. 11-13 in Neepawa, will see as many as 400 people from across Manitoba converge on the community for this premier sporting event.

In total, eight baseball teams will participate in the weekend, including Santa Clara reps, the Neepawa Cubs (host club) and Portage Padres (pennant winners).

Other teams involved are the Cardinals (Brandon), Boissevain (Southwest League), Springfield (Winnipeg), Pilot Mound (Border League) and two wild card entries from Morden and Oak River.

Neepawa Cubs player/coach Scott Newton said the efforts to get all the fields ready for the weekend are well underway. The main field has been maintained,

while diamond two was upgraded with new red clay.

The clay was recently placed on the pitcher’s mound, home plate and second base. Newton noted that the support of Sumpoint Acres, Pat Baker and Dave Cameron was instrumental in getting that completed.

As for the recent search for volunteers to assist with the staging of the weekend, Newton said that the response from Neepawa has been positive.

“The early numbers are looking very good, there’s been great community support so far and it is much appreciated. As for during the event, there’s about 140 shifts to fill. Those shifts include gate keepers, grounds crew, score keepers, announcers and workers for the concession stand and beer gardens. We have many of those spots filled, but we could still use a few more people for the last few shifts, so if anyone is available and would like to help, please feel free to contact us and we’ll arrange something,” noted Newton. “The biggest area right now, where we could use some extra

help, is getting someone to work the scoreboard for the main field. So if you have a kid that’s capable of this, be sure to give me a shout. We are also looking for kids to help shag f ly balls in the home run derby on Friday.

Anyone interested in helping out with the event is asked to contact Scott Newton, either via phone at (204) 841-4727, or by email at scottnewton.nf@gmail.com.

As for the team itself, Newton indicated that they are excited about hosting provincials.

“It’s not every year you get to play in a provincial championship, so we’re looking forward to that. We definitely feel as though we have a team that can compete, we just need to come out hitting the ball,” stated Newton.

The first scheduled game for Neepawa will be on Friday, Aug. 11 against Springfield. Opening pitch at diamond one is scheduled for 6:00 pm.

Baseball Manitoba 2017 Senior AA Provincial Championships August 11-13, 2017

at the Neepawa Fair Grounds

Concession and Beer Gardens open all weekend Friday, August 11 Diamond #1 Diamond #2 3:00 p.m. Brandon vs. Boissevain 3:30 p.m. Pilot Mound vs Oak River 6:00 p.m. Neepawa vs. Winnipeg 6:30 p.m. Morden vs. Portage Home Run Derby following the last game Saturday, August 12 Diamond #1 Diamond #2 9:00 a.m. Brandon vs. Morden 9:30 a.m. Portage vs. Boissevain 12 noon Oak River vs. Neepawa 12:30 p.m. Winnipeg vs. Pilot Mound 3:00 p.m. Boissevain vs. Morden 3:30 p.m. Portage vs. Brandon 6:00 p.m. Neepawa vs. Pilot Mound 6:30 p.m. Winnipeg vs. Oak River Sunday, August 13 – Semi Finals & Finals 9:00 a.m. 1st in Pool A vs. 2nd in Pool B Diamond #1 12 noon 1st in Pool B vs. 2nd in Pool A Diamond #1 3:00 p.m. Championship Final – Semi Final Winners Diamond #1

Come out and support the Cubs!

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Neepawa Natives AGM set for Aug. 9

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

The Neepawa Natives will both be looking back and moving forward on Wednesday, Aug. 9, as they host their annual general meeting. The AGM, set to begin at 7:30 pm at the Yellowhead Centre, is open to the general public and will cover several topics for the junior ‘A’ club.

Expected items up for discussion include the teams’ current financial outlook, recent player commitments and planned fundraising events for the upcoming year. Neepawa Natives board president Ken Waddell said it’s very important for people to attend this event and share their views on the franchise. “[The AGM] is a great opportunity for everyone to get up to speed on what’s been happening with the club and I think that it’s important for people to participate. Whether it’s to give us advice or encouragement and hopefully, we can find more volunteers to do many more jobs that need to be done for the team,” said Waddell. “There will also be a review of the fiscal year for the team, along with

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A sparse crowd attended the 2016 Neepawa Natives Annual General Meeting. After a solid conclusion to the 2016-2017 season, the MJHL club is hopeful more people will participate in the 2017 edition, set for Wednesday, Aug. 9.

an examination of some of the positive things that went on last season. We are certainly on an upswing as a team on ice and financially

as well. I think people will be very pleased with the financial statements we’ll be going over at this year’s AGM. We’ll go over the

numbers more in depth at the meeting, but we can confirm that we are one of only three clubs in the MJHL to either break even

or post a profit, so I think that’s something the community can be very proud of and something the team should be proud of.”

Neepawa Natives general manager, Myles Cathcart, echoed Waddell’s general sentiment, and added that the AGM is also the public’s chance to learn what’s been going on to get the team ready for the upcoming Manitoba Junior Hockey League season.

“It’s a good opportunity for supporters of the team to get informed on exactly what the organization has been doing in preparation for the upcoming year,” noted Cathcart. “Though it is the off-season, there is still a lot of work that’s done, such as player transactions for example. On top of that, it’s also your chance to offer ideas to the board on what you think the team could be doing. It’s a community team, so it’s important to hear from the community.”

The next major scheduled event for the Neepawa Natives after the AGM will be a community barbeque at the Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op grocery store on Friday, Aug. 18. The team’s training camp will follow at the Yellowhead Centre Aug 30-Sept. 2. After that, that, the pre-season will begin for the club on Sept. 7, while the MJHL regular season kicks off on Sept. 23.

MJHL news and notes

Submitted The Neepawa Banner

The Selkirk Steelers are looking to raise money to keep the team alive.

The MJHL club recently started a GoFundMe page looking for $80,000 in support. GoFundMe is an online crowdsourcing pl at for m t h at a l low s people and g roups to raise money.

Team president Jordan Fillion said the Steelers need to pay back their outstanding debts while they move into a new business model, one they hope will keep the Steelers in Selkirk for the foreseeable future.

During the season, the MJHL’s OCN Blizzard were on the brink of folding , but were saved at the last minute by community members willing to fund the growing expenses to

operate the MJHL team.

As for the other teams across the league, only three (Steinbach, Portage and Neepawa) comfirmed making a profit or breaking even during the 20162017 season.

New assistant in Swan Valley The Swan Valley Stampeders have hired a new assistant coach/marketing director, as Jamie Corbett of Headingly will be stepping into the position. Cor-

Annual General Meeting 7:30 p.m Wednesday, August 9 Yellowhead Centre Neepawa

LH and RH available

bett brings 15 plus years of coaching experience to the organization. The past two years he was the head coach of the Winnipeg AAA Monarchs.

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Local municipalities Scales and Tails benefits local animals get provincial help for road works

By Kira McCormick-Adema THE NEEPAWA BANNER

By Kate Jackman-Atkinson THE NEEPAWA BANNER From small to large, area municipalities will be undertaking road improvement projects this summer thanks to recently announced provincial funding. On July 25, Agassiz MLA and Indigenous and Municipal Relations minister Eileen Clarke announced $12 million in funding under the Municipal Road Improvement Program. Under this program, the province will partner with municipalities and provide half of the project’s funding.

The Town of Neepawa will be receiving $50,000 for their Kellington Street renewal project. Located at the north end of Town, Neepawa’s mayor Adrian de Groot said about the project, “We did the water and sewer last year and we wanted it to settle.” He added that they had budgeted to cover the whole paving cost themselves, “It being approved as part of the Roads Program is great.

That’s extra moneys that we can put into maintaining our roads. You know, some of the potholes and things like that and we’re still working on trying to get a better plan together, so we know where to put those extra dollars in.”

De Groot said work is expected to begin shortly.

The Municipality of North Cypress-Langford received $100,000 for two projects. The first will be to build up Road 81W, also known as Gregg Road, and the second will rehabilitate Road 90W, known as Montgomery Road.

CAO Sandra Jones said that the Gregg Rd. project is now under way and the Montgomery Rd. project will be starting shortly. Jones explained that both are much travelled rural roads, “[The work] needed to be done,” she said.

Jones added that they hope to have the work done before harvest and will work to minimize the inconvenience to road users.

The Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone received $86,623 for seven projects: Fourth St. from Morris Ave. West to York St., Fifth St patch from Morris Ave. to swimming pool, sidewalk paving in the LUD, paving, Main St. upgrade, Pembroke Rd. (65W) and Road 67W P. Friesen. Reeve David Single said that the Fourth St. project will see the road built up and graded, while the Fifth St project will patch some holes which had been dug to access underground services. The Pembroke project is located north of Gladstone and will see one mile of shoulder pulled and regraded. The Road 67 project will see a section of the ditches cleared and the road built up. In Plumas, they will be continuing with their street paving project, which Single said began 20 years ago. “Slowly, we’re getting all the streets paved,” he added, noting that the low traffic volumes and slow speeds should give the pavement a long lifespan.

Single said they are planning to have the projects completed this summer, though it will depend on weather and traffic. He explained that these projects were chosen because they were top priority areas. “The [municipal] office and [public works] do a good job of determining which projects are eligible,” said Single, adding, “We would not be able to do nearly as much work as we do without [provincial funding].”

In the Town of Carberry, they are receiving $60,000 to help repave Fourth Ave. “This is a much needed repair,” said CAO Sandra Jones, adding, “The road has been patched and it’s one of [the town’s] major thoroughfares.”

Jones said they are hoping to get the project done this month.

The Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne will be receiving $60,000 for two road rehabilitation projects.

The first project will be Road 105N and the second, 74W. The RM of Rosedale received $60,000 to upgrade roads and install culverts.

– With notes from Eoin Devereux

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From April 22 till the end of July 2017, 12-year-old Mackenzie (Mac) Clark has held a fundraiser to help out a humane society in Brandon. Mackenzie has a great love for animals and enjoys the time with them, says his dad, Bob Clark, a teacher in Carberry.

Mackenzie is very happy with how the fundraiser, called Scales and Tails, went. He was excited because he went to a Me to We camp in Ontario and found out how to make his event better and more successful. Clark’s goal was to reach a total of $3,500 and the final total amount he raised this year was $3,950. Overall, he has raised a total of $19,000 over the years that the fundraiser has been going on. Hoping to be bigger and better for next year, Mackenzie is going back to Me to We this year and hopefully will get more ideas on how to make that possible.

His Grandma, Phyllis Clark who lives in Neepawa, says she is proud of her grandson for doing this.

Mackenzie has good support from the other kids at school and around the community. He had 10 other bikers that joined him in his bike during the fundraiser. He made a goal for himself of 150 km to bike for Canada’s 150 birthday. His final total was 500 km that he biked; he accomplished this by riding his bike to school everyday and other activities as well. In some form or capacity the fundraiser will happen again.

PHOTOS BY ROBERT (BOB) CLARK

Twelve-year-old Mackenzie Clark and his dog Shaggy.

Clark has two rescue dogs, Shaggy and Henry.

Shadow Puppets O n S a t u r d ay, J u l y 2 9, Wa s a g a m i n g Community Arts (WCA) hosted a shadow puppet event as par t of their kids program. Artist Tony Reid and Haven Stade, of Ste Adolphe, show off a completed shadow puppet.

PHOTO BY JOHN DRINKWATER

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NuVision Commodities St. Jean, MB buying feed grains, wheat, barley, peas, oats, off grades grain and custom hauling back to the Red River area. Phone 1(204)758-3401 or 1(204)746-4028.

Potato harvest truck drivers and sorters required in Carberry. Starts Sept. 15 for appx. 2 1/2 weeks. Call Waterhouse Farms at 204834-2187.

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www.neepawabanner.com In Memory Vivianne Howard

March 23, 1938 - August 8, 2016 We think of you today But that is nothing new We think of you in silence And often speak your name Your memory is a keepsake From which we'll never part God has you in his arms We have you in our hearts

Love Ross, Debbie and Devin

Obituary POETKER, Jean Suddenly at University Hospital, London, Ontario, on Wednesday, July 26th, 2017, in her 74th year. Beloved wife of Peter Poetker for 47 years and one day. Cherished mother of Matthew Poetker (Diane). Loving grandmother of Brayden, Adalyn, and Emily. Survived by her brother, William Butterfield (late Carol) and sister, Arlene Waddell (late Victor). Predeceased by brothers Fred and Garry Butterfield. Jean will be sadly missed by her extended family and friends. The funeral service was conducted at ST. JOHN THE DIVINE ANGLICAN CHURCH, 21557 Richmond Street, London on Tuesday, August 1, 2017.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Jean are asked to consider the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Canadian Cancer Society. For information and on-line condolences, please visit www.westviewfuneralchapel.com

Don Murray It is with great sadness that the family of Don Murray, age 87, announces his sudden passing at the Neepawa Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, July 19, 2017. Don will be lovingly remembered & missed by his children Valerie (Nelson) & Ken, Grandsons Chris (Courtney), Michael (Crystal), Tim (Danica) and Cody.

Great Grandchildren Benjamin, Saydee, Conner, and Easton.

Don was born on November 2, 1929 in the Mentmore area, where at a young age of 16, he started farming with his brother Mac and mother Caroline (Kitty) after the sudden passing of their father & husband (Fred).

Don developed a passion for collecting antiques and researching history of the surrounding communities. He started his own museum (Murray’s Museum of History) in the early ‘70s and grew it into a well-known place to learn about the past. Local school classes often visited the museum for field trips.

Funeral Services were held at the Neepawa United Church on July 25, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Rita Friesen presiding. Interment followed in the Neepawa Riverside Cemetery.

Those who so desire may make memorial donations in memory of Don to the MB Parkinson’s Foundation at: 208-1011 Rosser Ave, Brandon MB R7A 0L5 Ph: (204) 726-1702.

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TRAILER RENTALS: cargo, dump, equipment, auto, livestock/horse. FORK LIFT TELEPORT 729-8989 _____________________ Churchill Block, Neepawa, 1 bedroom apartment, available immediately. Call 204841-1298

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Storage vans (semi trailers) for rent or sale. Anderson’s 204-385-2685, 204-3852997 Gladstone.

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716 acre farm for sale (has 8 titles): 115 acres bush/pasture, balance seeded to hay/ pasture land. 3 bed 2 bath bungalow, 2 hip roof barns, shop, quonset, 2 artesian wells, 3/4 hour north of Wpg on #59 Hwy. Call 204-7638879 and leave a message. _____________________ 40 acres treed, lots of fruit trees, bi-level, 2 bed, 2 bath, double garage, unlimited water, ideal for potato farm, $349,900. Call 204-5733716 leave message.

Speeding Ticket Disclosure: On July 29, 2017 driving between Gladstone and Neepawa on Highway 16, I had my cruise control set at 107 km., an on coming R.C.M.P cruiser clocked me at 130 km., giving me a ticket for that amount. Had my speedo checked, it was accurate. Anyone having the same issue on that date and the same area, please give me a call Slim (204) 210- 1712. _____________________ Drug problem? Narcotics Anonymous can help. Meetings on Sat at 7 p.m. and Tues at 7 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, 221 Hamilton St. Neepawa _____________________ Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call Leah 368-2403 or 841-4766

Yard Sale: August 5, 9-12 noon. 92 Bay St, Gladstone

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McCreary Alpine Manor Inc 435 Broderick St., McCreary

is a 55+ MB Housing Complex We currently have one bedroom apartments for rent – the Manor has 5:00 p.m. dinners available 7 nights a week.

For an application form or more information please call or write the Property Manager Vern Sheppard 204-835-2339 • alpine1@mymts.net Box 435, McCreary, MB R0J 1B0

Engagement Judy and Dave Zeke are pleased to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter Laura to Juan Pablo Perez Lopez.

The wedding will take place August 31st 2017 in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Laura and Juan will continue to reside in Vancouver. We would like to wish them many years of happiness as they continue their adventures together.

Worship Times Church Worship Times Prepared by the Neepawa Ministerial St. James Anglican (at Neepawa United) 11:00 a.m.

First Baptist 10:30 a.m.

Calvary Chapel 10:30 a.m.

Knox Presbyterian 11:00 a.m.

Roman Catholic Saturday 7 p.m.

Sunday 11:00 a.m.

Ukrainian Catholic 9:00 am every second Sunday Neepawa United Church 11:00 a.m.

Christ Lutheran 9:00 a.m.

International Worship Centre 1:30 p.m.

Waldersee Lutheran 10:00 summer Prairie Alliance Church 11:00 a.m.

The Abiding Word Lutheran Church 9:00 a.m.

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For Sale: Riverside Cemetery, Lot 16 Block 14 Range 26. Price $550 including transfer fees. Half price of town sale price. Contact H. Schettler, howies1@shaw.ca or 780 458 1701 _____________________ ROUGH LUMBER, FULL DIMENSION 2x8, 2x6, 2x4, windbreak boards. Firewood slabs - 1 cord bundle $60. We buy standing spruce & poplar timber. Tri-J Industries. “Your Local Sawmill” 476-6798 or 476-6349

Tender

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION Invites tenders for

Clear Diesel Fuel & Clear Gasoline Tenders for approximately 200,000 litres of clear diesel fuel to be delivered to various Division owned tanks situated throughout the School Division.

Tenders for approximately 40,000 litres of clear gasoline to be delivered to the Division tank situated in Glenella.

The duration of the Tender is from September 2017 through to June 2018.

Tenders will be accepted until 4:00pm CDT Monday August 14, 2017 The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Send Tenders to: Dean Bluhm, Transportation/Maintenance Supervisor Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0 Phone: 835-2067 Fax: 835-2426 deanb@trsd32.mb.ca

–––––––––– Coming Events Frontier Trading Co. Art Show with Inspire Studio, Aug 14, 10-11:30 am, beach pavillion, Minnedosa, MB. Please join us to see what we have created. Refreshments provided.

For info call 204-867-5551 _____________________ Saturday, August 5, Ditch Lake Community Flea Market, 9 - 2. 1 mile east on Ditch Lake Road off Hwy # 10, 4 miles South of Onanole. Park in centre space.

–––––––––– Services Piano Lessons: Selke Studio is now accepting beginner and intermediate piano students for September 2017.

Located 5 minutes from Gladstone. For more information, call/text 204-408-0652 or email SelkeMusicLessons@ gmail.com

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Auction Sales McSherry Auction #12 Patterson Drive Stonewall, MB

Estate & Moving Auction Wed, Aug 9 @ 4:00 pm

Consignment & Equipment Auction Sat, Aug 19 @ 10:00 am Consignments Welcome!

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Birth Heather & Denis Saquet would like to welcome

Oliver Robert Paul Saquet to our family.

He was born on April 25, 2017, weighing 7 lbs 11 oz.

Oliver joins his brother Xavier and sister Sophie.

Grandparents are Joy & Rob Wilson and Paul & Sonja Saquet.

Help Wanted

Invites applications for a

CASUAL CAMPGROUND ATTENDANT

Tender SALE & REMOVAL OF HOUSE Beautiful Plains School Division is accepting tenders for the sale and removal of the residential house and two sheds located at 189 Mountain Avenue in Neepawa.

House is 1 ¾ story brick exterior built in early 1900s with approximately 1,500 square feet living area and full basement.

Yard site must be left in an acceptable condition once the house is removed. All work must be completed and house removed by October 30, 2017.

It is recommended that bidders arrange with the Division to view the site prior to bid submission. Further information and tender forms are available by contacting the undersigned or Mark Hutton, Maintenance Supervisor at 204-476-2388.

Tenders close 2:00 p.m. Monday, August 28, 2017.

Shannon Bayes, Secretary-Treasurer Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700, Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0 Tel: 204-476-2388 Fax: 204-476-3606 Email: sbayes@bpsd.mb.ca

Required for the month of September, the Attendant will be required to accept reservations, assign lots, collect fees, financial record keeping, general campground cleanliness and other duties as may arise. Hours will be based on reservations and weather.

For more details, please visit www.neepawa.ca/main-notice/ Résumés will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 11, 2017. Thank you to all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted. For more information contact: Denis Saquet, C.E.T. Manager of Operations, Town of Neepawa P.O. Box 339, 275 Hamilton Street Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Phone 204-476-7655 ea@wcgwave.ca

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Help Wanted

Notice

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

NOTICE OF HEARING

invites applications for the following positions Substitute Teachers & Substitute Educational Assistants For the 2017/2018 School Year Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry Checks and Grade 12 or equivalent is required.

Qualified Teachers will need to submit a copy of their teaching certificate along with their resume.

Submit resumes to: Bev Szymesko, Superintendent Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary Mb. R0J 1B0 Phone: (204) 835-2067 Fax (204) 835-2426 e-mail: bevs@trsd32.mb.ca

UNDER THE HIGHWAYS PROTECTION ACT THE HIGHWAY TRAFFIC BOARD

Neepawa Settlement Services is looking for a motivated individual to provide employment related services to newcomers living in the Settlement Services catchment areas during an 8-month term position.

Candidates will: - Have excellent written and verbal communication skills - Provide presentations to groups of people - Have good working skills with Microsoft office - Have experience in delivering employment services - Work well as a team member - Be familiar with the labour market in Neepawa, Gladstone, Minnedosa and surrounding municipalities - Must have a valid driver’s license - Be comfortable working in a diverse, multicultural environment.

Candidates may submit cover letters and resumes to: Neepawa Settlement office at 342 Mountain Ave, 2nd floor Neepawa.

Competition will close effective 4:30 p.m. on August 11, 2017.

For more information contact the office at 204-476-2055.

FOODS Meat Cutter/Production Personnel HyLife Foods a division of the HyLife organization is engaged in the dressing and processing of hogs for both domestic and world markets.

To reach and sustain its position as a premier supplier of quality food products it strives to employ talented and motivated people who are capable of reaching the cutting edge of their discipline.

This position is based at the operations is in the vibrant community of Neepawa, Manitoba which has a reputation for its beauty and high quality of life. Due to rapid growth we are looking for Meat Cutters/Production Personnel.

Responsibilities / Duties include but are not limited to: • Slaughter, eviscerate and mark hogs for further processing • Cut pork carcasses into primal cuts for further specific specifications intended for commercial, industrial, institutional or wholesale use • To de-bone edible part and remove inedible organs or parts The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications: • Be able to work in a culturally diverse workplace • Have a good work ethic • Focus on treating people with dignity and respect • Appreciate a stable long term work environment • Experience as an Industrial Butcher or trimmer is required • Completion of secondary school may be required Current starting wage is $12.95/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation based on experience and knowledge.

HyLife has been recognized as a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies.

If you have the qualifications and the passion to meet this challenge then we would like to explore your potential.

Please apply online at http://www.hylife.com/current-opportunities/ We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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Classifieds

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is presently recruiting for

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is presently inviting applications for

FULL TIME BAKERY/DELI ASSISTANT MANAGER

OFFICE CLERK FULL TIME

For Our Neepawa Bakery/Deli Department Duties to include, but not limited to, customer service, product preparation, rotating product, receiving freight, stocking, general housekeeping duties, staff supervision and training, ensure marketing, merchandising, and brand standards are maintained, assist with inventory control, and ensure all Health and Safety procedures are followed. This position requires some moderate to heavy lifting.

Qualifications: • Great delegation skills with a superior focus on customer service • Highly motivated and strong leadership skills • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • High sanitation and image standards • Must be available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends • Previous industry management experience considered an asset but not required Reports to: Neepawa Bakery/Deli Manager Applications Close: August 11, 2017 We offer a highly competitive compensation program, a comprehensive benefits package, company matched pension plan and great opportunities for career advancement within our organization and the Co-operative Retailing System If you are interested in joining our team, please send your cover letter and resume to: Attn: Glenda Finkewich, Human Resources Manager Email: g.finkewich@neepawagladstonecoop.com Or mail to: Box 879, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Phone: (204) 476-3123 www.neepawagladstonecoop.com

For Our Administration Office In Neepawa, MB The successful candidate will be directly responsible for Office functions of Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op including, but not limited to; customer service, data entry, audit daily cash-ups, filing, month-end statements and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: • Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills; • Ability to learn new computer programs; • Attention to detail; • Excellent organizational skills and be highly motivated; • Strong communication skills; verbal and written; • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs-specifically, Excel, Word and Outlook; • Previous office duties experience and computer knowledge an asset, but not required; Reports to: Office/Credit Manager Applications Close: August 11, 2017 We offer career advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, benefits package, company matched pension plan and learning/ development opportunities.

If you would like to work with an established and progressive company, please complete an application form at our Administration Office or send a cover letter and resume to: Attn: Glenda Finkewich, Human Resources Manager Email: g.finkewich@neepawagladstonecoop.com Or mail to: Box 879, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Phone: (204) 476-3123 www.neepawagladstonecoop.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Notice is hereby given that a hearing of the Highway Traffic Board will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in Room B6, Brandon Provincial Building, 340 – 9th Street, Brandon, Manitoba.

PERMITS – PART I – SECTION 9 H.P.A. AND PART III – SECTION 17 H.P.A. 3/005/063/S/17 – RIDING MOUNTAIN CEMETERY COMMITTEE Application for Off-Premises Sign (Community) adjacent to P.T.H. No. 5, S.E.¼ 21-18-15W, R.M. of Rosedale.

The Highway Traffic Board will be prepared to consider all submissions, written or oral, on the above applications by contacting the Secretary prior to or at the hearing.

Michelle Slotin, A/Secretary THE HlGHWAY TRAFFIC BOARD 200 - 301 Weston Street Winnipeg MB R3E 3H4 Phone: (204) 945-8912

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Notice PUBLIC NOTICE

MUNICIPALITY OF GLENELLA-LANSDOWNE

BOARD OF REVISION

Public notice is hereby given that the 2018 preliminary assessment roll for the Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne will be delivered to the Municipal Office, in Glenella, MB, on or before August 4, 2017 and will then be open for public inspection during regular business hours.

Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 & 43 of the Assessment Act. APPLICATION FOR REVISION: 42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under section 114(1) of the Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to: a) liability to taxation; b) amount of an assessed value; c) classification of property; or d) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 43(1) An application for revision must: a) be made in writing; b) set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which revision is sought; c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and d) be filed by: (i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or (ii) serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice.

The Board of Revision will sit on September 13, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chamber of the Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne to hear applications.

The final date on which applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board is August 28, 2017, at 4:00 p.m.

Prior to filing a complaint against the liability to taxation, amount of an assessed value or classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch in Minnedosa by phoning 204-867-4766.

Dated at Glenella, Manitoba, this 21st, day of July, 2017.

Wendy Wutzke, Secretary Board of Revision Box 10 Glenella, Manitoba R0J 0V0

MUNICIPALITY OF McCREARY

BOARD OF REVISION

Public Notice is hereby given that the 2018 Preliminary Assessment Roll for the Municipality of McCreary has been delivered to the Municipal Office at 432 First Avenue, McCreary, Manitoba, and will be open for public inspection during regular business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Applications for revision may be made in accordance with Sections 42(1) and 43(1) of The Municipal Assessment Act: APPLICATION FOR REVISION: 42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under subsection 114(1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, the authorized agent of the person, mortgagee or occupier, or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to the following matters: a) Liability to taxation; b) Amount of an assessed value; c) Classification of property; d) A refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 43(1) An application for revision must: a) Be made in writing; b) Set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought; c) Set out which of the matters referred to in subsection 42(1) are at issue, and the grounds for each of those matters; and d) Be filed by: i) Delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or; ii) Serving it upon the secretary; at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice.

The Board of Revision will sit to hear applications on September 20, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipality of McCreary.

The deadline for receipt of applications by the Secretary of the Board is 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at the address given below.

DATED this 4th day of August, 2017.

Wendy L. Turko, Secretary Board of Revision – MUNICIPALITY OF McCREARY P. O. Box 338 - 432 First Avenue McCREARY, MB R0J 1B0 Telephone: 1 (204) 835-2309

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dumpbox, cargo, gooseneck & utility trailers & truck beds. Kaldeck Truck & Trailer, Hwy #1 MacGregor, M b . 1 - 8 8 8 - 6 8 5 - 312 7.

FRIENDSHIP

Male looking for female companion in their 50’s or 60’s for friendship, interested in rural life, wishing to share common interests including travel. Ph. 204-242-2219.

COMING EVENTS

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From Aug. 6-19; visit 41 pavilions and experience the largest and longest running multicultural festival in the world! folklorama.ca 1-800-665-0234

STEEL BUILDINGS

PRICED TO SELL! 20X21 $6,296 Front & Back Walls Included. 25X25 $6,097 No Ends Included. 32X35 $9,998 One End Wall Included. Check Out www.pioneer-

steel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036

MOBILE HOMES

LAST CHANCE, 1 ONLY 16 x 80, 3 Bed, 2 Bath.

Starting at $92,000. Altona Mobile Homes, 1-800582-4036, 1-204-324-6776 Email amhl@mymts.net

RECREATIONAL

PROPERTY

Lakeside Golf Course & Campground, Shoal Lake, MB. Full service campsites.

Seasonal lots available. Call about our stay and play package. Phone 204-759-2002.

EMPLOYMENT

OPPORTUNITIES

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career!

Employers have work-athome positions available.

Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep. ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

MANUFACTURED

HOMES

NEW 2017 MANUFACTURED HOMES starting under $90,000 DELIVERED! Best Buy Homes Winnipeg/Brandon/Grand Beach - WWW.BESTBUYHOUSING.COM - Canada’s largest in-stock home selection, quick delivery, custom factory orders!

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SERVICES GUIDE Construction

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Redi-Mix Concrete Sand, Gravel and Wash Aggregate Rebar & Misc. Supplies MINNEDOSA/ERICKSON

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204-847-2331

“Let Us Custom Design A “Let “LetUs UsCustom CustomDesign DesignAA Home For You” Home HomeFor ForYou” You”

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Clean up

P. BAKER BACKHOE SERVICE Trenching • Ditching • Water & Sewer Dugouts • Demolition • Brushing Trucking • Sand & Gravel Snow Removal • Winter Parking Lot Sanding

Contact Pat Baker at 204-476-0712 p.baker@wcgwave.ca

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JMR

204-764-2465

Jake Reimer Cell: 204-476-6692 Home/fax: 204-386-2638 Email: carter9@mts.net

RON STEWART EXCAVATION • Rubber track for minimal surface damage • Trenching • Hole drilling • Jackhammer • Stump removal

Concrete Construction Ltd.

“For all your concrete projects”

F. KOZAK & SONS LTD. WE OFFER: • Redi-Mix Concrete & Concrete Pumping.

• Sand, Gravel & Aggregate • Skid Steer & Equipment Rental • Snow removal

WE ARE A CERTIFIED BATCH PLANT.

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Cellular: 204-841-4154

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Rough Lumber

Full dimension Corral Planks and Windbreak

Firewood Sales Slabs $60/cord Cut and Split �� Round Wood

204-966-3372

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Irvin 204-476-6236

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�us��in��le ����es�n� We buy standing Spruce and Poplar �mber

Cut and split firewood - Poplar and Spruce/Pine �� firewood - 10 cord load delivered to your yard

For all your residential and farm building needs

TAC

Ventures Inc.

Garbage Bin Rentals

We buy Scrap!

Phone 476-0002 for more information

110B Main St S Minnedosa

(Facing Main Street in the Co-Op Administration Building)

867-3981

http://www.ajaxlaw.ca

Electrical

Comfort Electric

NEW HOMES | RENOS | ICF BASEMENTS CONCRETE PADS | DECKS | FRAMING

Mike Ellis 204-841-4244 Dave Leflar 204-841-0025 Visit us on Facebook.com

olling Acres eady Mix

Certified Batch Plant and Cement Trucks Concrete • Gravel Sales • Rebar Sales Custom Hauling

Woodlot Management

Legal

Experience, Quality, Integrity CALL NOW FOR ALL YOUR RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL NEEDS

Shawn Nugent

Journeyman Electrician 1-204-476-6730 comfortelectric@hotmail.com Box 2518 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0

SERVING THE NEEPAWA AREA • Excavations • Bale Hauling • Trenching • Landscaping • Gravel • Topsoil • Shale • Certified Installer for Holding Tanks, Septic Tanks and Drain Fields • Laser Ditching • Construction Site Prep • Dozer work • Brush Clearing

Matt Rempel Birnie, MB

Cell: (204) 841-0988

matt@rempelbackhoe.ca

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Agricultural

Custom Swathing

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Complete PTO Drivelines, Parts and Repair.

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Corral Cleaning BOOK NOW FOR SUMMER CLEANING!

Chester Wohlgemuth Cell: 204-476-0595 Home: 204-966-3481

• 30 or 36 feet • Auto Steer

Neepawa & General Area

Ken Lindsay 204-476-0669

Spruce Corner Farms Custom haying

Hay cutting and Baling Looking to serve you like you expect.

Willing to travel and serve a big area.

Abram Wiebe 204-841-2040 scfaw92@gmail.com

CUSTOM BALING SERVICE

VERMEER 605N Select baler Net wrap with DCF wide pickup Bales can be made to any size up to 2,100 lbs.

FEATURES include: Automated moisture tester plus weight scale RATES based on 1,400 lb. bale weight $10 single swath – $8 double swath PLUS WE OFFER: In field stacking – $2.50/bale Long haul stacking – $95 per hour with a BUHLER HAYLINER 2500

For booking please call Grant Home 204-354-2254 or Cell: 204-573-0454

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SUBMITTED PHOTO

As part of his research, local historian and author Rick Sparling came across this photo of Neepawa Salt Well employees. If anyone knows the women pictured, please contact Real Estate the Banner (email: news@neepawabanner. com) and we’ll pass the information along. Rare Opportunity to own a beautiful acreage within Minnedosa town limits!

Auction Sales

McSherry Auction Service Ltd. AUCTION SALE THE ESTATE OF BRIAN SURMINSKI Saturday, August 12th at 9:30 am Location: Arborg, MB. 12 ½ Miles West on Hwy 68 Contact: Ernie (204) 222-4572

Tractors Ford T.W. 15 MFWA Cab 3PH Quad Hyd. 540/1000 w FEL 7000 Hrs 20.838 Duals * White 2-135 Cab 540 PTO Dual Hyd. 20.8-38 6785 Hrs. * Int 986 Cab 18.4-38 Duals 3496 Hrs * Int 784 Dsl 3PH w 220 FEL 2455 Hrs. * JD 2010 Row Crop w FEL 5199 Hrs * JD 3020 Gas w FEL * Ford 801 3PH * 2) Ford 9N 3PH * Ford 8N 3PH * Oliver 77 Gas * 3PH System * Farmhand FEL * CASE 1030 w FEL * Grain Equip Degleman 14 Rock Rake * Rock-O-Matic 777 Stone Pickers * 7’ Stone Forks * Hutchmaster 10’ Offset Disc * MF 520 14’ Tandem Disc * Int 620 16’ Press Drill SA FA GA * 18’ Hyd Drill Carrier * Int 770 5 B Plow * JD 100 10’ Deep Tiller * Int 645 22’ Cult * Int 45 14’ Cult * Coop 20’ Cult * Leon 15’ Deep Tiller * Cockshutt 542 Combine * MF 510 Combine * Farm King 15’ Harrows * Vers. 68’ Sprayer * Farm King 8” 51’ Auger * 2) Vers 6” 30’ Auger * 3) Hopper Grain Wagons Haying Equip Hesston 565 T Rd Baler * NH 851 Rd Baler * NH 456 9’ Trailer Sickle Mower * 2) NH 450 7’ 3PH Sickle Mower * Vicon 9 Wheel Rake * MF 6 Wheel Rake * 2) Vers. 400 Swather 1) 15’ 1) 18’ * Ajax Chain Stack Mover * Farmhand Cable Stack Movers * NH 268 Square Baler * NH 270 Square Baler * 2) NH Side Del Rake * Allied 24’ Bale Elevator * Allied Bale Stooker * 3PH Bale Forks * FEL Bale Forks * Livestock Equip New Holland 195 Manure Spreader * Vermeer 256 3PH Bale Processor * Farm King 180 Portable Roller Mill * NH 357 Mix Mill * Ajax 50 Bushel Stationary Feed Mixer * Helix Feed Cart * HM 12’ Stock Trailer * Miami Portable Creep Feeder * Lewis Oiler * Maternity Pen * 30) Metal Corral Panels * 5) RD Bale Feeders * 4) Ritchie Waterers * Elec Fencers * Barbed Wire * Fence Posts * Railway Ties * Chicken Pluckers * Feeders * Turkey Self Feeders * 3PH Equip & Yard 8’ x 20’ Canopy Carport New * 5’x 10’ Dog Kennel * 6’x 8’ Yard Shed Unassembled * 16 HP 44” R Mower * Roto Tiller * Mower * 3PH 6’ Offset Disc * 3PH 2 B Plow * 3PH 6’ Tandem Disc * 3PH 72” Roto Vator * 3PH Post Auger * 3PH 8’ Blade * Recreation 78 ,18’ BH Tandem Camper * Triple E 14’ Camper * 3) AL 11’ Boats * Atlantilt Derbi Scooter * 06 Baja 6.5 HP Bike * 86 Honda 250cc Big Red * 4) 80’s Honda 200 3 Wheelers (N.R.) * Honda 70 Trail Mini Bike * Honda XR 80 Mini Bike * Ski doo Nordic Snowmobile * Fishing & Camping Items * Modern Vehicles & Trailers 05 Chev Silverado 4 x 4 Ext Cab * 86 Chev Wrangler * 86 Pontiac Grand Mars * 86 Olds Cutlass * 80 Ford Currier ¼ Ton * Hyd. Tilt 12’ Flat Deck Tandem Trailer * 34’ Tandem Hay Trailer * 5) Farm Wagons * Antique Vehicles 60 Int B160 w 14’ B & H * 58 Chev 3 Ton w 10’ B & H * 58 Int A 130 w 9’ B & H * 70 Chev C110 * 78 Plymouth 2 D Colt * 67 Plymout Fury II * 66 Pontiac Parisienne * 65 Pontiac Parisima Custom Sport 2 D * 57 Dodge Crusade * 50 Dodge ¾ Ton Step Side Box * 54 Dodge ½ Ton Step Side Box * Grainery & Misc 4) Westeel Rosco 1650 Bushell Grainery * Hyd. Auger * Seed Cleaner * 1200 Poly Tank * B S Engine * Fuel Tank * Welding Material * Cement Mixer * Home Repair Items * 18.4 26 Rice Tires * Tools 3) Tool Cabinets * Metal Bandsaw * Upright Air Compressor * Drill Press * Amp Welder * Mig Welder * Generators * Large Amount of Tools & Shop Related Items * Power & Air Tools * Hand Tools * Specialty Tools * Lots of Snap On *Antiques Hart Threshing Machine * Cockshutt Breaking Plow * Saulky Plow * Horse Mower * Cream Cans * Anvil *

Stuart McSherry 204-467-1858 or 204-886-7027 www.mcsherryauction.com

Ranch Retirement Auction for Rick & Bunny Letkeman Friday August 11th - 10:30AM - Rorketon, MB 1 mile North on Rd. 91, 1/2 mile West

NOTE: THIS WILL BE A SHORT SALE WITH EQUIPMENT SELLING AT 11:30AM • 1990 Ford 8630 MFWA powershift tractor with Buhler-Allied 895 loader, 3pt, bucket & grapple • 1979 White 2-85 2WD tractor with cab, loader, bucket • 2012 Farm King 12-wheel V-rake • NEW Case IH Round bale moisture tester • 2008 Hesston 814 round baler • 2002 MacDon 14’ model 5020 mower conditioner • 33’ Ridge Road Welding H.D. hay wagon • Bale fork FEL • Q/A bale spear for Allied 895 FEL • 3pt bale fork • Hi-Line 7000 plus bale processor • 100 gal Westeel slip tank • 2013 Poulan Pro 19.5hp hydrostatic yard tractor w/42” mower • 2015 pull-behind lawn sweeper • Plus much much more! See more @ www.gartonsauction.com !!! Call Rick at (204) 7322439 for more information regarding any of the equipment listed.

Terms: Same day payment on all purchases; we accept cash or credit card; All items sold as is, where is; deletions; Auctioneer not responsible for any accidents. No buyers premiums.

Auctioneer and owners not responsible for errors or omissions; Sale is subject to additions and/or

Auction Service SERVING THE PARKLAND AND SURROUNDING AREAS SINCE 1992

This 7 acre property has a gorgeous bungalow home with many upgrades. 1440 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, office, large kitchen & dining area with a spacious family room. The kitchen has top of the line stainless steel appliances, walnut cabinets, tile backsplash and quartz countertops. Master bedroom is very spacious with a large closet and ensuite. Other upgrades include, oak hardwood & cork flooring, sky tubes and Hardi board siding. The oversized double attached garage has heated concrete flooring, 2 large overhead doors, a guest room with bathroom. This wonderful home is finished off with a 400 sq ft veranda and 1200 sq ft of scenic surrounding deck space. 1600 sq ft. workshop with heated concrete, automatic overhead door, bathroom and is very well lit. Perfect space for anyone who is looking to operate a home business, doing your own repairs, or storage. The yard is well manicured with fruit trees, a garden, and plenty of mature .00 trees providing privacy on this beautiful property. A must see!

$496,000

Please contact listing agents

Henry Carels at 204-573-5396 or Catharina Carels at 204-720-4779 to set up a showing.

PO BOX 543

DAUPHIN, MB R7N 2V3 garton@inetlink.com Cell: (204) 648-4541 www.gartonsauction.com

Farm Service Auction for the Garton’s Auction

Bengt George Schmidt Estate

Gill & Schmall Agencies NEW LISTING

August 16thinvoicing at 10:30AM - Grandview, MB Please Wednesday send proof and information

7 miles South of Grandview, MB on PTH 366, 1.5 miles West

GPS: Ranch Retirement for50.04.N, Rick 100.43.W & Bunny Letkeman Interlake - July August 4th JOHN DEERE 8450 4wd 31st tractor,–triple hyd, 5199 hrs • JD 4440 , 5138 orig hrs, Banner - July - August 4thbrackets for 158 FEL • JD 4230 decent 20.8x38 radials,31st fact duals, 1 owner, c/w

tractor c/w very good 18.4x38 radials & 158 JD FEL , 10,473 hrs • JD 4240 20.8xR38, decent rubber, dual PTO/dual hyd, 10065hrs • JD 1630 tractor – fairly good rubber, 3pt, approx 1800 hrs • MF 135 gas tractor – decent rubber and tin • MF135 gas tractor – exc. Rubber, pretty good tin, 3pt • #60-05 Deutz tractor, c/w Blade • #80-05 Deutz tractor, c/w FEL • 1976 JD 7720 Titan II Combine, – 2213 orig hrs • CCIL 722 SP swather 22’ c/w U2 pickup reel, 1985 hrs • CCIL 21’ Pt swather – always shedded • CCIL 550 21’ diesel swather c/w cab • NH Forage Harvester c/w Corn and grain/hay heads • JD 535 round baler, used very little VGC – always shedded • NH 268 square baler • NH 495 Mower Conditioners • MF split frame hay rake • SHULTE 6’ swath steel roller • Swather mover • See the full listing on our website @ www.gartonsauction.com !!!

NEW LISTING 210 Lansdowne Ave, Arden.

MLS# 1720061 3 bdrm, 1 bath, extensive renovations!

465 William St, Neepawa.

MLS# 1714584 Check out this beauty! Top quality built bi-level. 2+2 bdrms, 3-3pc bath. Dream kitchen! Dbl att. gar, gorgeous yard!

15-6th St, Glenella.

MLS# 1719391 3 bdrm, 1172 sf family home. great condition, private yard.

4-16-14W, Neepawa, MB. MLS# 1714325 Beautiful acreage, 16.95 acres, Great for small cattle/horse farm.

Terms: Same day payment on all purchases; we accept cash or credit card; All items sold as is, where is; Auctioneer and owners not responsible for errors or omissions; Sale is subject to additions and/or deletions; Auctioneer not responsible for any accidents. No buyers premiums.

Auction Service SERVING THE PARKLAND AND SURROUNDING AREAS SINCE 1992 PO BOX 543

DAUPHIN, MB R7N 2V3 garton@inetlink.com Cell: (204) 648-4541 www.gartonsauction.com

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Diane Martin 204-841-0932

Liz Sumner 204-476-6362

John Nelson 204-476-6719

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Real Estate

Prairie Mountain 204.476.2287 272 Hamilton St. Neepawa remax-prairiemountain-npwa-mb.com D UCE RED

D UCE RED

MLS#1714785

13+ acres just 8 miles from town. 1/2 mile of gravel. 1200 sq.ft. 3 bed, 2 bath main level plus full finished basement and 300 sq. ft. mudroom/entrance way. Perfect for small hobby farm with small pasture & loose housing. $289,900

MLS# 1707194

Lovely 2 + 2 bed, 3 bath home on a large landscaped corner lot. Full finished basement with potential for an in-law suite. Hardwood, gas fireplace & media room. Detached double garage. $399,500

MLS#1718652

CHARACTER GALORE with modern touches where it counts. New kitchen 2015. Many reno’s and updates to plumbing, electric, windows, siding, shingles & more. 4 bedrooms plus a basement with a high ceiling just waiting for your plans. $189,900

MLS# 1707524

Very affordable 3 bed, 1.5 bath family home close to schools. Great shop/garage with in-floor heat provides a place to work or play.

Very large lot. $169,500

Kristy Sprik

Lesley Skibinsky

204-212-4892

204-476-6999

EACH OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED

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Manitoba Threshermen’s Reunion July 27-30, 2017

PHOTOS BY DIANE WARNER

From top to bottom: 1) Youth participate in a stooking competition. 2) Participants feed the sheaves into the threshing machines during a speed challenge. 3) A few of the many John Deere tractors that participated in the Pioneer Power Parade. 4) Steam engines are hooked up to a dynamometer to test their horsepower.

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This top fuel dragster prepares to race off the start line, during the Yellowhead Roadrunners Auto Club’s annual Runway Drags, held on Saturday, July 29.

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The Yellowhead Roadrunner Auto Club (YHRR) hosted its summer Car Show at the Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op grocery store, on Friday, July 28. Sixty-five different types of exotic vehicles filled the parking lot. Above left: The engine revved loudly in this souped up Ford Mustang. Above right: A 1974 Chevy Corvette, owned Get a

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