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plinary Studies in Science class culminated in a ceremonious food was weighed and sorted. the scales at Riverdale Harvest pleased.”

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Mind matters

articipation in sports has a myriad of well documented benefits. The confidence, improved health and teamwork and leadership skills learned in sports can be applied throughout life. But the news might not be good across the board; there is a growing body of research into the downside of the way we are playing certain sports. As the fall season gets underway and players head to the rinks and fields, what’s being done to ensure their long-term health?

Research into the link between brain injuries and sports has been growing, especially the role that sports can play in the development of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). CTE is a degenerative brain disease found in those with a history of repetitive brain injuries. Medically, CTE is the result of protein called tau forming clumps, which eventually spread and kill brain cells. CTE isn’t specifically tied to concussions, but seems to be strongly tied to brainjarring hits.

While symptoms can appear in people as young as 17, they generally don’t begin to show until years after the head injuries and often years after the athlete stops playing. Early symptoms are generally related to mood and behaviour, such as problems with impulse control, aggression, depression and paranoia. Later, the disease can lead to problems with thinking and memory, impaired judgement and eventually, dementia, usually at an early age.

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Kate Jackman-Atkinson be accurately diagnosed through physically examining the brain after death. Dr. Ann McKee, chief of neuropathology at the VA Boston Healthcare System, has been at the forefront of CTE research, using the VA-BU-CLF Brain Bank, the world’s largest tissue repository focused on traumatic brain injury and CTE. The brain bank contains more than 600 brains, including over 325 that have been diagnosed with CTE. Many of the brains have come from athletes following their deaths.

The ties between CTE and football have been most thoroughly researched and in 2017, McKee released a study. It found that 110 of the 111 brains of NFL players in the brain bank showed signs of CTE. This certainly isn’t a random sample, athletes or their families, specifically choose to become part of the brain bank and they often make this choice because of the onset of symptoms, but the implications are worth considering.

While the connection between football and CTE has received the most attention, it’s by no means the only sport where athletes are at risk. Former NHL player Daniel Carcillo released a widely-shared video this summer in which he talked about the effects of multiple traumatic brain injuries, including symptoms of CTE. CTE lesions have been found in the brains of many deceased athletes, including Chris Benoit, a professional wrestler who killed his wife and seven year-old son, before turning the gun on himself in 2007; NHL enforcer Derek Boogaard who died of a drug and alcohol overdose at the age of 28 in 2011 and 25-yearold Ty Pozzobon, the first bull rider to be diagnosed with CTE, after his death by suicide in 2017. A growing number of current and retired professional athletes, across a range of sports, have committed to donating their brains to the Brain Bank to help future generations of players.

Not all athletes will develop CTE and surveys of still living retired NFL players don’t show an overwhelming prevalence of CTE-like symptoms. But the findings should be a wake up call for all those involved in sport that times are changing.

One thing is certain, change will have to come from the fans, team management and officials. Athletes chasing their sports dreams will do whatever it takes, regardless of the long-term implications. Denying the problem does a disservice to all athletes, regardless of their ambitions.

Newspaper week

his is Newspaper Week, but every week is Newspaper Week around here. Each day has a different feel to it, but when we put all the days together, every week is Newspaper Week.

Monday’s emphasis is on news gathering and checking for ads. Tuesday’s emphasis is ads, as the noon deadline rolls around and we do our ad count. The size of the paper is exactly determined by the amount of ads we have.

Speaking of ads, we get the odd comment or criticism about ads coming in from outside our coverage area. Sorry, but it is ads that pay the bills around here and if an outside advertiser wants to place an ad in this paper, then we will gladly do so. To put it another way, I doubt that the same people who say, “Don’t run an ad from Brandon,” would tell the local restaurant to not serve a meal to someone from Brandon, or Virden, or wherever. I also doubt that the same people who say, “Don’t take an ad from Brandon,” stop going to Brandon for a shopping trip. Nor should they stop, but just don’t tell the paper we shouldn’t accept ads from out of town.

No small town can sustain a newspaper solely on local ads. That might have been the way it was in the 1920s or even the 1950s, but it sure isn’t now. If that were the case, then every small town and village that used to have a newspaper would still have one.

Newspapers have to have news to be a newspaper, but to have news, they have to have ads, regardless of where the ads come from or even if a particular ad may

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Ken Waddell not be of interest to every local reader.

That’s fine, but without ads, there will be no “newspaper”. In Saskatchewan, over 20 local newspapers have closed in the past three years alone. Only a few have closed in Manitoba. So far!

Back to our “Newspaper Week”. On Tuesday afternoon, the die is cast and we know how many pages we can afford to print. Knowing that we have to average about half ads, it is pretty simple to add up the pages or total inches of ads to come up with the answer.

Wednesday is “paper day”, when all the ads, stories and pictures get placed on the page and the pages sent electronically to the printer. By the way, the newspaper industry has changed so much that instead of every paper having a printing press, there is now only one in south-western Manitoba and it is locally owned and operated by the Struth family in Killarney. A printing press is a very hungry machine that devours a lot of money, so a local paper simply can’t afford to have one. Not even the Brandon Sun or the Portage paper has their own press and they used to operate large presses.

Thursday is distribution day and the papers get their flyers inserted and are

bundled up for distribution. Friday is a catch up day and plans are made for news coverage through the weekend .

Saturdays and Sundays are more relaxing, buteven Sunday can be a news gathering day, as events need coverage that day too.

So there you have it, every week is Newspaper Week and for the most part, it is an enjoyable time.

The only parts that aren’t so nice is when people come in and complain.

Sometimes we make mistakes and so the complaints make sense. Sometimes people just seem to want to complain. It isn’t our fault if stuff comes in late or so badly hand written that it can’t be read.

The best way to get information to us today is to send it by email or type it up and put it on a memory stick.

To those who send items by email, we thank you. To those who write neatly, we thank you. To those who scribble, we will do our best, but…

We promise to do our best in everything we do and we will listen to any suggestions. Surveys show that over 80 per cent of local community residents read their local paper. We want to make sure every week is newspaper week in our communities.

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Oct. 9: Rapid City and District CoC Can didates night Rapid City Seniors Centre 7:30 p.m. school trustee and RM of Oakview candidates wards 1, 2 and 3.

Oct. 10: Rivers & Area Game and Fish meeting 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 13: Benefit Social Kinsley’s Journey Kids 7 - 8:30 p.m. Adults 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Oct. 15: Rivers Legion Branch #75 Exmeeting 7:30 p.m. upper hall Oct. 16: Riverdale municipal council meeting 6 p.m.

Oct. 17: Rivers Lions Club meeting, Redsper 7 p.m.

Oct. 18: Rivers 50 Plus Club meeting/ games, Civic Centre, 2 p.m.

Oct. 20: Harvest Tea at James’ Anglican Church Oct. 23: Diabetes Clinic, Riverdale Health Centre, 8 a.m.

Oct. 24: Riverdale District Health Auxiliary meeting, Kiwanis Courts, Rivers, 1:30 p.m.

Oct. 25: Chamber of Commerce meeting, Lee’s Restaurant, Rivers, 12-1 p.m.

Nov. 5: Rivers Legion Ladies Auxiliary meeting, upper hall, 7 p.m.

Nov. 12: Rivers Legion Branch #75 general meeting 7:30 p.m. Hall Nov. 15: Rivers 50 Plus Club meeting/ games, Civic Centre, 2 p.m.

Nov. 17: H.E.L.P Christmas Bazaar, Rivers Legion Hall, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Nov. 17: Strathclair Theatre Chorus, Rivers Collegiate, 7 p.m.

Nov. 18: Mall in the Hall, Oak River Memorial Rink, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Rivers WI taking serious look at organ donor resolution Have you signed up to be an organ donor?

By Dianne Kowalchuk Rivers WI

Name: Corina Lepp Birthday: August 15, 1980 Occupation: Agriculture Recruiter, Domestic Engineer “mom” First Job: Business Rep in the Ag Industry Hobbies: Love watching big games with my family and friends, concerts, the kids’ activities, spending time at the lake and quilting!

In Rivers/Rapid City/Oak River since: 2009 Where do you live? On an acreage south of Rivers Hometown: Killarney, MB Where did you attend school? Killarney Favourite or Dream Vacation Spot: Anywhere there are waves crashing in!

Favourite Food: Italian or anything I don’t have to cook!

Favourite Holiday: Thanksgiving Favourite Music, Song or Artist: Love most kinds of music, but especially country.

Favourite Sports Team: Jets, Bombers, and Blue Jays Favourite Animal: Love our dog and kitties Favourite TV show: Hmm, hard one, but I do like SUITS Favourite Actor/Actress: Robert De Niro & Julia Roberts When you were 12, What did you want to be when you grew up? Good question… I can’t remember!

I know I always wanted to be involved with agriculture in some way!

Comment: We moved to Rivers 9 years ago and have met so many great friends along the way. So thankful there are so many good programs for the kids to participate in locally and happy to be part of the community. See you at the rink this winter!

Where am I?

Ella Waldner is a one-year-old who lives with her mom and dad, Jaimee and Kevin, in Rivers. In her short lifetime, Ella has undergone two heart surgeries, and the expectation is that she will have one more before she turns three. Ella was born with half a heart – Hypoplastic Less Heart Syndrome (HLHS).

Jaimee recently told the members of Rivers Women’s Institute (WI) the story of this precious baby. She stressed three societal needs: the need for all people to register online for organ donations, the need for citizens to be blood donors, and the need for child vaccinations so that Ella, in her fragile state, will be protected by the herd immunity.

When the members of Rivers WI gathered on the morning of September 14, 2018, they came to learn about organ donations. What they heard was a heart wrenching account of a baby’s journey through illness. A few months ago, Ella was being “worked up” to be put on the heart transplant list.

She is not on the list, but it is possible that a transplant will be necessary in the future. While Jaimee urges all to register for organ/tissue donations, she also is favour of an “opt out” system for donations. A resolution in favour of such a system was defeated at the Manitoba WI annual meeting a few years ago, but Rivers WI members are thinking about resurrecting this resolution and trying again.

Rivers WI members enjoyed meeting again after the sum-

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hen I glance around my world, there are so many things for which I am thankful. My health, and I no longer take that for granted, my home, hand picked, my family- an eclectic assortment of individuals that challenge me to growth and provide support- and this world in which I live. And I am thankful.

There are days when it is easier to give honest thanks than others. Reality is that I have got a great life. There is a purpose to my every day. Even the days in which it appears that I have accomplished nothing, I have! I have rested my body and refreshed my spirit and enlarged my soul. A day outdoors, a day with a book, a day on the couch with mindless television, or a day with music of my choice all provide that time away from duties- perceived and real. There are days when a phone call can brighten the hour, and the days following. A day when a friendly letter deserves to be tucked into a frame! Not like the jury summons I received last week. And I am thankful.

Any time the outdoors blesses me. I am the one that walks in rain and sunshine. A blizzard calls and challenges me to go further and strive harder. I see the change in the skies and the grasses. I hear the song of birds and the wind in the trees.

I feel the warmth of the sun and the fury of a wind. The scent of fresh mown grass, the skunk willow in the spring, the petunias at the cemetery, awaken and stir memories. A piece of chocolate, any chocolate, and a red twizzler never fail to delight me. All five senses function and reward. And I am thankful.

I am surrounded by individuals – valuable and treasured folks. The artists and dreamers. I wonder at their creativity and abilities. Those who still plant trees when they are old. One friend planted apples trees in the decaying stump , knowing

mer break. In the business portion of the meeting, reports were heard about the June tour to the Sotas Costume Barn and Garden at Birtle and about the successful delivery of Meals on Wheels in June. We now have two members on the provincial board: Arenda Vanderdeen and Pat Dyck. Arenda spoke enthusiastically about the Manitoba Rural Women’s Day event to be held at Virden on Saturday, October 13. The theme is Exploring Rural Health Care. On Tuesday, October 2, eight members of Rivers WI will be taking a CPR course under the instruction of Jim Duthie.

The next meeting will be held at the home of Michelle McFadden on Wednesday, October 10, at 1:30 pm. We will be celebrating everyone’s birthdays with cake and ice cream.

This would be an excellent opportunity for non-members to get to know the WI members and to learn more about WI. Don’t forget to sign up to be an organ/tissue donor. Go to www.signupforlife.ca. A signed donor card is really not enough, because it may not be in your pocket when the information is needed. Online registration makes the information available to healthcare professionals immediately. Online registration never gets lost, worn out, or put through the wash! If you don’t have a computer, ask a friend or family member who does to help or visit the library. And it is important that you make your wish to be an organ/tissue donor known to your family members. One donor has the potential to save or dramatically enhance the lives of eight people. Think about it. that he would never taste the apples, but his grandchildren would. Another transplanted ditch pines into a clearing, simply because, one day, they will shelter a yard.The practical ones.

They keep me centered and balanced. I am one with them.

I feel safe and understood in their presence. Roll up your sleeves and get it done. The ones with an off-the-wall sense of humour, sometimes I get it and sometimes I simply shake my head. Friends with whom I can howl with laughter and scream in pain, accepting our humanity. And I am thankful.

My memories. I recall horse drawn vans taking me to the four room school house. I got to learn how to set a stook, harness a horse, muck a stall and silence a barn full of essential creatures. I know how to slip my hand under a setting hen, stealing an egg without being pecked. How to get an unsteady lamb to find its mother’s udder, a calf to suck on my fingers as a prelude to drinking from a pail. Early memories, middle age memories, and now, senior 879-3rd Avenue, Rivers memories. And I am thankful.

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Horses hard at work

PHOTOS BY MICAH WADDELL

Top: A mix of horses, tractors and operators for both took to the fields and showcased their skills with a plow.

Bottom: Senior tractor class first place Tom Ryall watching his plow and making certain his second pass will be straight.

Rivers 50+ Meeting minutes Rivers 50+ Club met on June 21, at 2 p.m. President Adrienne Beaudin welcomed members and the meeting opened with singing of O Canada. 18 members were in attendance. Secretary’s minutes were adopted as read.

Treasurer’s minutes were adopted as presented.

Rivers Police Chief Bob Fut r e l l a nd S er g e a nt Sutherland attended the meeting. Among the questions asked of them was about scams that are making the rounds and how can we protect ourselves.

Never divulge financial account numbers or social insurance numbers to a request you may get through email. This is not the way Financial institutions or Government do business.

We also welcomed Nez Hensley from Lolo Montana who is visiting Adrienne and Roger.

Discussion took place re: raising entrance fees to games we host. The dis-

cussion was put on hold. $500 from Dundee Signs Crib attendance has of Alexander, Manitoba been very well attended. was passed. Adrienne will Other games are wind- host games and a picnic ing down for the season. lunch in her yard on July Members will strip and 31, at 2 o’clock. Adrienne re-wax the f loor curling is providing main course surface the last week in and members can bring June. treats. Rapid City Seniors T he appl icat ion for Club are hosting a potthe N HSG Grant was luck noon meal and games ma i led by Reg istered on August 15 at 11:30. mail on June 19. We will Rivers Club members are not receive word about on invited. our application until mid The Time capsule will Feb-March 2019. be sealed June 30. SevHugh Depencier has re- eral members sat at the searched signage for 50+ decorated birthday/anClub. Riverdale Munici- niversary table. Greetings pality has given us permis- were sung to the members. sion to place a sigh at the Meeting closed with the front of the Town Office singing of God Save the if we meet standards to Q ueen. Ref res h ment s match the design Joy of Smith the Former wereMPserved.

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Manitoba conservation hall of famers Ian Hitchen Ducks Unlimited The Paddocks know a little something about team work and winning.

After all, this farm family from the Oak River area raised a trio of brothers who were each inducted into sports halls of fame.

So, little wonder they’ve taken a team approach to conservation too, with each brother and their mom signing conservat ion ag reement s w it h Ducks Unlimited Canada. “I just thought it was a win for the farm as it is now and for the future, and for the animals that have always lived here,” Gord Paddock says.

You may have read about Gord, John and Russell Paddock in the sports pages over the years. Gord is in the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame for his achievements as a player, coach and manager. A former Brandon Wheat King, he

also played professional hockey in the United States between 1984 and 1991.

H i s o ld e r br ot he r, John, is in the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame.

A lso a for mer W heat King, he won five Calder Cups - two as a player, and three as a coach. He played 87 games in the National Hockey League in the mid 70s and early 80s, and coached the Winnipeg Jets and Ottawa Senators.

The Volleyball Manitoba Hall of Fame is where youngest brother, Russell Paddock, is honoured. He won four national university championship medals in four years – three silver and a bronze – as a member of the University of Manitoba Bisons. He then competed in the 1992 Olympic Games, played professional volleyball in Belgium and Germany, and became the f irst coach of the men’s volleyball team

at Brandon University where he’s now athletic director. While the brothers are in three different halls of fame, they share a common origin -- the 114-year-old family farm near Oak River. John a nd Gord lea r ned to play hockey on the local rink, but as boys they also skated on the nearby river and sloughs on their property. “As soon as it got cold enough here, they’d get their skates on,” their mother, Alvina, recalls.

Growing up with hockey While they had fun on the ice, Gord and John say it was the farm chores they did while growing up that led to hockey success.

“We had to work on the farm and we had to work to get where we did in hockey too,” Gord says.

“So, I think the work ethic was in us from an early age and carries on.”

Farming was as much

part of the brothers’ lives as sports. Even when John was away playing pro hockey, he expected to return home someday to farm. “There was always the thought of coming back here,” John says.

The brothers grew up in the brick house built by their grandfather more than 100 years ago, living with their parents, four sisters, plus their grandmother for a time.

Over time, the family has expanded well beyond the 320 acres where the farm began.

Altogether, the Paddock brothers and their mother currently own 1,600 acres where they’ve agreed to protect 165 wet-

land basins and 127 acres of surrounding habitat.

Largely in its natural state, the property is excellent habitat for wildlife and waterfowl.

John is general manager of the Regina Pats of the Western Hockey L e a g ue, a nd Ru s s e l l lives in Brandon. They visit when they can, but Gord runs the farm on the family’s behalf. With a small mixed farm, he’s seen no need to clear large portions of bush.

He wouldn’t want to see the land stripped of trees any way, he says. The conservation agreements with DUC don’t affect t he fa r m’s operat ion, and even allow certain

types of wetlands to be occasionally cultivated when dry. “It didn’t really change what we were doing. We can pasture the cows, we can cut a bit of wood. It’s pretty f lexible,” Gord says.

Meanwhile, DUC gets to save wildlife habitat and adds a long time farm family to its lineup of partner landowners.

Score one for conservation. DUC offers a number of incentive programs for landowners, including conservation easements, wetland restoration, and forage. More information is available by dialing the Brandon DUC office at 204-729-3505.

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Brothers John (left) and Gord (right) Paddock stand with their mother, Alvina, at the lane to the family’s Oak River area farm. Gord, John and their brother Russell Paddock, well known for their sports achievements, have teamed up with their mom to conserve natural areas on their land.

Dave Falkevitch

for Councillor in the Riverdale Municipality My name is Dave Falkevitch and I am a candidate for councillor in the upcoming election on October 24th 2018. I have 12 years of experience on council both in the former RM of Daly and the amalgamated Riverdale Municipality. I have been, and continue to be involved in many organizations within our great community. I look forward to serving this community for another four years and to help keep it a great place to live and raise a family. I humbly ask for your support on October 24th.

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L i fe Ch i ld ren’s home October 4, 2013 For the sixth consecu- began with one duplex but tive year, Marris and Joan now has four apartments; Bos are selling pumpkins three are in use full time as a fundraiser for work and the fourth will be used in Africa. Proceeds will as funds permit. once again be given to October 4, 2003 a n or ph a n a g e i n t he Rivers Collegiate Rams Bukara district of Kenya to Grandmothers for put in another busy week EA and Grandmothers, a Stephen athletically. Both soccer ON Lewis Foundation work. teams could be seen in achygienist Following a short-term tion at the pitch on Tues• Residential & Commercial day against Minnedosa trip to Zambia in omesmission • Farm Wiring & Trenching 2004. Ian White, formerly and again on Thursday Brandon - Rivers of Rapid City and now of when they faced Nee96 pawa. The girls came up was called to l.com Brandon, 204-761-2192 build fundraiser homes in a little short behind a very district. The orphan- strong Minnedosa squad, age that age now called Springs CMAlosing 5- 0. Thursday’s ent. of Life Children’s Home,Shaping thegame was a very exciting Future A CCOUNTING S ERVICE display of soccer skills was founded in 2006; Ian 7893 Certied Management Accountants with Neepawa defeating is currently constructing our girls 4-3. The boys his 10th fundraiser Hamiota: 71 Maple Ave.home 204-764-2544 in Brandon. Springs of squad is having ver y

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October 5, 1983 The annual Riverdale Hospital Women’s Auxiliary Fall Fun Fair held Sat., Oct. 1, in the Legion hall, was opened by Dr. A .J. L i nes. Dr. L i nes gave a brief resume of conditions in the hospital through the years since he arrived in Rivers in 1969.

“Always, the support of the Women’s Auxiliary in purchasing needed equip-

ment and supplies has been much appreciated, and I look forward to their continued co-operation and assistance in the future,” he said.

October 4, 1973 Temperat ure i n t he high 70’s Saturday to Monday, were followed by cloudy skies and cool winds Tuesday and by late evening a severe lightning storm, accompanied by rain centred in the Rivers area. The fire department was called out at about 10:15 p.m. to extinguish a fire on the second f loor of a house on the 500 block of 4th avenue. Lightning was believed to have caused the fire which damaged rafters and wiring.

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Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Our people, perseverance, integrity, and exceptional partnerships have led HyLife to becoming Canada’s leading pork producer and global exporter of high quality pork products. The growing demand for our pork in Japan and China means we need exceptional people to help deliver our company vision. We have expanded our Neepawa facility to increase our overall production by 15% and in turn created new jobs throughout the company.

As a Meat Cutter/Production Personnel you will be a critical member of our team in the creation of our world class product. Our positions range from working on our slaughter production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between! With our wide variety of jobs, excellent people, and our drive for innovation you will certainly find a job that suits you!

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Current starting wage is $14.50/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive!

Wage scale extends to $21.55/hour We believe that our success is founded on the strength of our team.

As such, we place a great deal of emphasis on attracting, developing and retaining good people, and consider every one of our employees to be a highly-valued member of the HyLife family. To that end, we are committed to providing a working environment that not only fosters personal growth, but also recognizes our employees’ contributions towards the common goal of our company’s success because of this HyLife has been recognized as a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies.

We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

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For the offices of Councillor: 1. Dave Falkevitch 2. Ken Tait 3. David Creighton 4. Ian Dyer 5. Alastair McFadden 6. Everett Smith 7. Cam White

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For the Office of Mayor: Todd Gill is acclaimed

APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE A voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place or vote in advance, may apply in person, in writing, or by fax to the senior election official at Box 520, Rivers MB R0K 1X0 or fax: 204-328-5374.

If applying in person*, a voter may apply between September 26th and October 21st, 2018. * A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.

If applying by mail or fax**, a voter may apply between July 27th and October 17th, 2018. ** A voter applying by mail or fax will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, or by making alternative arrangements with the senior election official.

Kat Bridgeman Senior election official Riverdale Municipality Ph: (204) 328-5300

Rivers Health Centre Interested parties are required to contact Richard Brown, Maintenance, at 204-328-6206 to review specific tender requirements.

Prairie Mountain Health is not obligated to accept the lowest or any tender.

Closing date: 1200 hours October 18, 2018 Tenders to be submitted to: Chris Couling Area Manager Capital/Infrastructure South Box 579 Souris, MB R0K 2C0 Or email: ccouling@pmh-mb.ca

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at: Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 633 - 2nd Ave, Rivers MB

MOBILE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but reside at a health care facility, a mobile voting station will be set up at the following health care facilities on election day: 1. Riverdale Personal Care Home, Solarium 2:00pm – 3:30pm

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RM of Oakview Public Notice Change of hours for waste sites Ward 3 (Blanshard)

Located on the NW 1/4 of 1-14-22W

4-H is for Everyone

Winter hours, October 15, 2018 - April 14, 2019 Tuesdays Thursdays Saturdays

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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Rapid City Landfill Winter hours, October 15, 2018 - April 14, 2019 Wednesday: 1 P.M. to 5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 12 noon & 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines.

Under the leadership of caring adults, youth will learn the value of belonging and develop many skills which will last the rest of their life.

Go to www.4h.mb.ca or call 204-726-6136 to find out how to become a 4-H member or leader.

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Please apply online at http://hylife.com/current-opportunities/ or email to jobs@hylife.com or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0.

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ADVANCE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on election day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at the Riverdale Municipal Civic Centre Council Chambers, 670 – 2nd Ave Rivers MB and will be open during each of the following days October 17th, 2018 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

$2,500 Tax Credit $40,000 refund cheque/ rebates Disability Tax Credit.

In Memory

Loyd Arnold Wood passed away Sept. 30/16, When thoughts go back as they often do.

We treasure the memories we have of you. This day is remembered and quietly kept. No words are needed, we shall never forget.

Always Remembered, Elaine, Lawrence, Dianne, Karen and families

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VOTING PLACES Voting places will be open for voting on Wednesday the 24th day of October, 2018 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

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Church Chatter

By Lorrie Dyer Rivers Banner

We were very happy to have Rev. Glenna Beauchamp lead us in worship on Sept. 9. A warm welcome was extended to Anna Mikaela Wood, daughter of Ashley and Rick Wood who joined the church family through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism. The first day of Sunday School added to the excitement of the day! Choir has resumed and old and new members are encouraged to attend practices on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. On Sept. 16,

John Klassen led our worship service and delivered an inspirational message and Tara Bray shared her leadership and musical talents with us on Sept. 23.

Lesley McFadden is preparing and delivering the service for Sept. 30 which will also be a Sunday School day. Our very popular Fall Thrift Sale will take place this week, Sept. 27, 28 and 29. Hours have been extended to allow for evening shopping on Thursday Sept.

27. An abundance of quality housewares, home decor, clothing,and Hallowe'en costume possibilities have

already been dropped off at the church. Come and check out the new Christmas Corner! With the signs that winter is on its way, maybe you'd like to pick up a puzzle or a few books.

There are always bargains and fun to be had! For further information contact Lynn Madden. Everyone

is encouraged to support the benefit evening in support of Kinsley's Journey Saturday Oct. 13, at the R iverdale Communit y Centre. Our Fall Supper is scheduled for Oct. 14. With Nov. 11 Remembrance Day falling on a Sunday this year, we will not hold a regular Sunday morning

worship service to allow congregational members to honor our veterans by attending the community service. Plans are underway for Ten Thousand Villages to visit us on Nov. 18 and Advent Decorating will be held Nov. 25.

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