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Neepawa’s time to shine Christmas lights spread cheer during COVID-19 isolation
By Eoin Devereux
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Even in the darkest of times, some people around Neepawa are doing what they can to bring a little light into the world. Over the weekend, many local home owners decided to switch on their Christmas lights as a means of coping with the COVID-19 self isolation requirements. This idea came from Neepawa town councillor Darryl Gerrard, who said he thought it might be a good way to bring back some humanity during this tense time. “After reading about similar events on social media going on in Canada and the [United States], I thought it might be a good way for people get out of the house, maybe go for a drive and see something positive out there. Just some type of connection while maintaining our social distancing,” said Gerrard. Like many other communities across Westman, most Neepawa residents are
doing the best they can to abide by the social distancing guidelines instituted by the provincial government to help stop the spread of COVID-19. While that is the smart and responsible thing to do at this point in time, it can create a sense of loneliness for some. Gerrard said that he hopes that the Christmas lights helped to maintain people’s mental health. “By nature, we are social creatures and like to be out and about. As more people self-isolate, the loss of contact can be very stressful. [The lights] were a safe way for all of us just to cheer up our neighbours,” Gerrard noted. Gerrard stated that Neepawa has proven to be resilient and residents have adjusted to this “new normal” as best they can. He added that municipal leaders are brainstorming some other type of community events that local residents could take part in while maintaining a safe distance from each other. The lights which shone
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COVID-19 community closures update Town of Neepawa: Effective, Tuesday, Mar. 24, all playgrounds/play structures in the Town of Neepawa are now closed; staff will be posting notices at each park accordingly. A full listings of business closures can be seen on the Neepawa Chamber of Commerce website. - Acting under the guidance of RCMP “D” Division, the Spruce Plains RCMP Detachment in Neepawa has been directed to close its doors to the public until further notice. This measure has been taken to ensure the safety of all employees and frontline personnel. While the office will continue to function as usual, individuals requiring service must call ahead, or utilize the 911 service for after hours and emergency services.
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weekend. The return of the Christmas lights was a local effort to help maintain people’s mental well-being during the isolation period due to COVID-19. Additional pictures will appear online at myWestman.ca.
in Neepawa were noticed all the way in Winnipeg. On Tuesday, Mar. 24, chief nursing officer for Shared Health, Lanette Siragusa
made note of the gesture during the province’s daily COVID-19 update. Siragusa said that this local effort to lift people’s moods was an
example of how small efforts can make a world of a difference to others. See Page 9 for this weekend’s plans
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Town of Minnedosa: As a result of the ever evolving health situation with COVID-19, the Town of Minnedosa has decided to close the Town Office to all foot traffic until further notice, effective immediately. Staff will be available in the office via phone or email to assist ratepayers with their needs.
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