Holland family to receive award for charitable efforts

Holland family to receive award for charitable efforts

by Lawrence Lannoo A Holland family will be recognized for their charitable efforts fighting muscular dystrophy October 23rd at an award presentation in Brandon. Gerald Grift, along with parents Barb and Harvey, will be honoured for supporting MD research for the past...
Wild pigs on the prairie: A threat to area crops (Part II)

Wild pigs on the prairie: A threat to area crops (Part II)

by Lawrence Lannoo (We continue our discussion of wild pigs this week with the first-hand knowledge and experiences of an area farmer.) When he hears the term, “wild pigs,” which includes both wild boars and sows, Cypress River farmer Ken Harpelle has a real-life...
Forbsy coaches 800th career High School game

Forbsy coaches 800th career High School game

by Gayle Johnson There are some people that will shy away from accolades and the spotlight, with no want for recognition for anything they do. Corey Forbes, or Forbsy as he is affectionately known, is one of those people who in his mind is just another guy doing his...
Contractor provides update on Ninette group-home construction

Contractor provides update on Ninette group-home construction

by Lawrence Lannoo The contractor overseeing the construction of the new group home in Ninette said work on the building is on schedule for its completion date of April 1st. Geoff Gregoire, co-owner of Contractor’s Corner from Brandon, said January 10th plumbers and...