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Creighton town council briefs: Recreation on agenda

At their meeting last week, Creighton town council carried a motion to move regular public skating hours from Sundays to Saturdays on a trial basis as Northern Sport, Culture and Recreation District has asked to rent the ice on Sunday afternoons for
Incumbent Clarke calls upcoming election crucial

Incumbent Clarke calls upcoming election crucial

Rob Clarke is playing both offence and defence in his bid to remain northern Saskatchewan’s voice in Ottawa.

Creighton, Denare Beach have alert system in place

Major wildfires in northern Saskatchewan this summer were a vivid reminder of the importance of good communication around public safety issues. On Wednesday, Sept.

Jubilee Residence home care activities carry on

Home care programs at the Jubilee Residence remained in place Wednesday, allaying concerns – for now – among some elderly tenants who feared losing them.
Teacher hopes to make history as riding’s first Green MP

Teacher hopes to make history as riding’s first Green MP

August Hastmann believes the years he has spent living in First Nations communities have given him a thorough understanding of the tribulations facing northern Manitoba.
Photo a mystery

Photo a mystery

The Flin Flon Heritage Project is asking for the public’s help in determining the details of this photo. It depicts five women in mining gear. Anyone with information is asked to email [email protected].

NDP, Liberals spar over how to end violence against women

Northern Manitoba’s federal NDP and Liberal candidates traded barbs over a plan to tackle violence against women.

Selinger grateful northern plane crash claimed no lives

Premier Greg Selinger expressed gratitude Wednesday for the survival of all six passengers and two crew members of a plane that crashed at the Thompson airport Tuesday. In a news release, Selinger offered his wishes for a quick and complete recovery.

Report confirms affordable aspects of life in Manitoba

Manitoba offers the most affordable basic household utilities and auto insurance rates in Canada, according to a new independent report.

Manitoba Hydro has pending deal to sell power to Saskatchewan

Manitoba Hydro this week announced a pending 20-year agreement to sell electricity to Saskatchewan’s electric utility, SaskPower. Manitoba Hydro said it anticipates a final agreement in the next few months.
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