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Back together again: Winnipeg hosts two Flin Flon luncheons

Back together again: Winnipeg hosts two Flin Flon luncheons

The 2016 Flin Flon luncheons continued on Oct. 7 with the first fall gathering at Winnipeg’s Viscount Gort Hotel. The second fall get-together was held on Nov. 4.

Residents have until Sunday to support Operation Christmas Child

With the holidays right around the corner, Operation Christmas Child’s 2016 donation drive has entered its final days.

Seniors’ card results: Flin Flon Seniors and North Sask Seniors

Flin Flon Seniors Contract Bridge, Oct. 26: Amby Brecht, first, 3430; Chris Andersen, second, 3380. Contract Bridge, Nov. 2: Audrey Bensen, first, 4090; Dianne Burwash, second, 3560. Ladies’ Spades, Nov.

Editorial: Home Routes concert program deserves provincial support

In September 2016, Flin Flon’s Tim Spencer wrote a letter to Rochelle Squires, Manitoba’s minister of sport, culture and heritage, advocating for steady or increased funding for the Home Routes concert program.
The Flintoba Shopping Centre expansion that never was

The Flintoba Shopping Centre expansion that never was

“I wonder if it isn’t some kind of a scam.” That’s what one skeptical resident, in conversation with The Reminder , had to say as rumours of Walmart’s pending arrival in Flin Flon grew increasingly credible in early 2002. He wasn’t alone.
Now and Then: Tricks and treats from yesteryear Flin Flon

Now and Then: Tricks and treats from yesteryear Flin Flon

Whew! It’s over for another year! The great rush of excitement, the thrill of the chase, the satisfaction of consuming the rewards of the Halloween madness has come and gone for another year.

Creighton’s Festival of Trees will continue with new organizers

The Creighton Community School Playground Committee will assume the reins of a local holiday tradition. When Creighton’s CADAC addictions counselling centre closed this fall, the status of its Festival of Trees fundraiser was left in limbo.
Denare Beach artist’s vision goes beyond her limited sight

Denare Beach artist’s vision goes beyond her limited sight

Leslie Jewett’s sight is not great – in official terms, she’s legally blind. Her vision, on the other hand, is perfectly fine. The Denare Beach-based entrepreneur earns a living making handicrafts and knit and macramé items.

Senior citizens’ card results: Flin Flon Seniors, North Sask Seniors

Flin Flon Seniors Ladies’ Spades, Oct. 11: Ruby Lenderbeck, first, 781; Mary Lyons, second, 765; Laurie Partridge, third, 745; Irene Young, low, 557. Men’s Spades, Oct.
Event attracts dozens with message of guidance

Event attracts dozens with message of guidance

Dozens of Flin Flon area residents came to an event last weekend to learn one thing – how to take charge. The Global Leadership Summit took place at the Flin Flon Alliance Church.
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