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Plumas' Terrry Ursel makes a shot at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts presented by Monsanto at the PCU Centre in Portage la Prairie, Man. on Wednesday, January 25th.
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Central Plains SportsFemale Caps unblemished Posted 6 hours ago
The Central Plains Female Capitals had an outstanding weekend at the St. Mary’s Academy Jets Series, posting a 2-0-1 record. In their first Friday game, the Capitals slipped past the Westman Wildcats 4-1 after constructing a 3-0 first-period lead.
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Central Plains SportsTonn honoured by MHSAA Posted 6 hours ago
Hailey Tonn was honoured by the MHSAA on Tuesday. The Grade 11 William Morton Collegiate Institute student earned the Tri-Star Rural Athlete of the week on Tuesday for her work on the basketball court.
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Central Plains SportsCapitals’ Swedlo recognized Posted 6 hours ago
Johl Swedlo has emerged at the top of the weekly Manitoba AAA Midget Hockey League heap for the second time this season. Swedlo, 16, was announced as the Chicken Chef West Division Player of the Week on Monday.
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Central Plains SportsCaps skate past Thistles Posted 6 hours ago
The Central Plains Capitals walked into the Thistles rink to face Kenora and were able to escape with two victories in similar fashion - each was by one goal. “I think both games were similar. We played really strong early and they are a feisty team.
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Central Plains News MEDIchair now at new location Posted 6 hours ago
Portage MEDIchair is starting off the New Year with new ownership and a new location. The store moved from its previous location at 141 Saskatchewan Ave. E to its new location at 1810 Saskatchewan Ave.
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Central Plains NewsMusic strikes a chord with youth Posted 6 hours ago
At a recent school Christmas concert in Portage la Prairie, one student drew some ‘awes’ when instead of playing the standard holiday classic, he gave a solo performance of the Carol of the Bells, that caused quite a sensation.
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Central Plains NewsOakville to salute volunteers Posted 6 hours ago
The annual Oakville Volunteer Appreciation Awards draw closer as the time for nominations has closed.
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Central Plains NewsRM of Portage giving boost to community clubs Posted 6 hours ago
Rural Municipality of Portage la Prairie is giving a boost to local community clubs with an injection of some annual funding. In total it is allocating $14,200 to the various clubs in the RM of Portage through the Hextall Fund.
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Central Plains NewsFire hydrants being assessed following house fire Posted 6 hours ago
A house was completely destroyed in a fire at Dakota Plains First Nation on Jan. 20 after firefighters from the neighbouring reserve had difficulties accessing a water source, among their complications.
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Central Plains NewsChiefs visit Ottawa Posted 6 hours ago
Tuesday saw members of the federal government meet with First Nations leaders in Ottawa to try and improve the relationship between the two parties.
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Central Plains NewsRM examines participation Posted 6 hours ago
At its meeting Tuesday, Rural Municipality of Portage la Prairie announced it would be withdrawing its participation in the La Salle Redboine Conservation District, adding it was a difficult decision to make.
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AgricultureAg Days turnout good showing Posted 6 hours ago
Manitoba Ag Days wrapped up on Jan. 19 and once again was a success with a good showing . The 35th annual Manitoba Ag Days show was held in Brandon from Jan.
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AgricultureMore support for biomass projects Posted 6 hours ago
Manitoba’s new minister of agriculture Ron Kostyshyn announced during Ag Days in Brandon recently that more funding would be available for biomass projects. Biomass is an alternative fuel that can be produced by using residue products, such as straw, oats and pieces or shives of flax.
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EditorialTown hall meetings give locals a voice Posted 6 hours ago
It’s easy enough for local residents to take the spot of the armchair critic and express their concerns about the workings of government, but do they ever do anything to let their opinions known? This past week they had the chance to do just that.
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Portage la Prairie NewsPCI Jazz Band plays at the PCU Centre Posted 13 hours ago
The PCI Jazz Band and Choir entertained over 100 people on Friday at the PCU Centre during the Scotties Tournament of Hearts with timeless jazz classics and smooth funk sounds. The band began their performance at 2 p.m.
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Portage la Prairie NewsRick Hansen Relay visits McDonalds Updated 14 hours ago
The Rick Hansen Relay wrapped its tour of Portage la Prairie on Friday and stopped in to meet with supporters at McDonalds Restaurant in Portage. The Tour then headed off to MacGregor and Austin on its route through the Central Plains area.
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Portage la Prairie NewsLong Plain Apartments has grand opening Updated 15 hours ago
A sparkling new Long Plain Apartments, owned by Long Plain First Nation, had its official opening on Thursday. "We are very glad that it's done," said Chief David Meeches.
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Portage la Prairie NewsFire in Austin Thursday Posted 12 hours ago
Central Plains RCMP are investigating a residential fire that happened in Austin on Thursday night. Just after 11:00 PM on Thursday, January 26, 2012, Portage la Prairie RCMP responded to a report of a residential fire in an apartment building in the first block of 2nd Avenue in Austin.
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Portage la Prairie NewsHouse ravaged by fire in Austin Posted 12 hours ago
A rabid fire caused the destruction of an entire building in Austin on Thursday at around 11:00 p.m., RCMP say. Portage la Prairie RCMP responded to a report of the residential fire in an apartment building in the first block of 2nd Avenue.
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Portage la Prairie NewsBattle of the Trojans Posted 13 hours ago
Two junior Trojans teams from PCI faced off against each other to see who was the superior team and for those in attendance, both teams did not disappoint. The PCI #2 team defeated PCI's #1 team 64-61.
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Portage la Prairie SportsSaints triumph over Mustangs Posted 13 hours ago
The P.C.I. Saints opened their JV tournament with a 31 point win over the MacGregor Mustangs on Friday. The saints won 44-13. The Saint capitalized on their chances and were able to play some tough defense against a Mustang squad that was prone to turnovers.
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Portage la Prairie NewsSeries of break and enters in the Central Plains Posted 15 hours ago
Central Plains RCMP made an arrest in a number of break and enters. On Thursday, January 26, Portage la Prairie RCMP made an arrest in relation to a number of Break and Enters to businesses within several rural communities.
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Portage la Prairie News9th St. closed after watermain break Posted 16 hours ago
A broken watermain has forced the closure of 9th St. SW between Saskatchewan Ave. and Crescent Road. The breakage occurred on Friday morning, said city officials, who added that the incident occurred as a result of age.
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Portage la Prairie NewsRainbows reaches across school division Updated 15 hours ago
Whether it be a death or a divorce loss can have a serious impact on a child. Portage la Prairie School Division is the sole site in Manitoba to run the Rainbows program which helps children deal with loss in their lives.
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Portage la Prairie SportsThree teams duking it out atop red group Updated 15 hours ago
Things are getting cluttered atop the Red Brick red group at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts presented by Monsanto. Morden's Chelsea Carey leads the pack at 4-0, while Assiniboine Memorial's Michelle Montford and Fort Rouge's Cathy Overton-Clapham, the defending champion, are both 3-1.
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Portage la Prairie SportsUrsel still looking for first win Updated 21 hours ago
2012 won't be the year that Plumas becomes prime on the Manitoba women's curling circuit. The Terry Ursel rink fell to 0-4 with a pair of losses at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts presented by Monsanto on Thursday.
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Portage la Prairie NewsWide Area Network nearing completion Updated 15 hours ago
The Portage la Prairie School Division's Wide Area Network (WAN) is nearing completion. Virtually all the fibre optic cable has been laid, now all that remains is for the cables to be connected to the various buildings.
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Portage la Prairie NewsCIMS program expanded Updated 15 hours ago
The CIMS program is once again making things easier for the Portage la Prairie School Division. At Thursday's meeting Judy Smith, manager of business and finance for the school division, announced the change.
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Portage la Prairie NewsCity proclaims Respect Life Week Updated 15 hours ago
The City signed a proclamation, Wednesday, proclaiming Respect Life Week. Deputy Mayor Irvine Ferris was joined by the girls of Beautiful Hope for the signing of the proclamation.
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CommentaryShameful weekend Updated 15 hours ago
Over the weekend, there was a rash of vehicle vandalism in Portage la Prairie. Perhaps it was some kids getting into trouble, smashing windows for the thrill of it. Perhaps it was someone looking for valuables.
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Portage la Prairie SportsPlumas' Ursel opens Scotties 0-2 Updated 15 hours ago
Terry Ursel had some tough sledding on the first day of the Scotties Tournament of Hearts presented by Monsanto. The Plumas skip matched up against fourth-seeded Barb Spencer of Fort Rouge, losing 9-3 before facing top-seeded Jennifer Jones of St.
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Portage la Prairie SportsThird draws complete at Scotties Updated 15 hours ago
The front-runners are out in front at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts presented by Monsanto at the PCU Centre. The top-seeded Jennifer Jones rink improved to 2-0 by downing Plumas' Terry Ursel 8-3. Ursel fell to 0-2.
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Portage la Prairie NewsLocal business sees benefit from Scotties Updated 15 hours ago
Local business in Portage la Prairie is expected to see some benefit from having the Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Portage. "This is the first time it's been in Portage ever, and it’s been going on for 60 years," said Deputy Mayor Irvine Ferris Wednesday.
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Portage la Prairie NewsPortage resident celebrates 99th birthday Updated 15 hours ago
Just one more year to go until hundred years - God willing. Portage resident Peter Hamm celebrated his 99th birthday at Douglas Campbell Lodge on Wednesday. Hamm, who is a resident at Douglas Campbell Lodge, celebrated with all the other residents, staff, and three of his five children.
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Portage la Prairie NewsSelinger at the Scotties Updated 15 hours ago
A familiar face was at the PCU Centre on Wednesday to take in some of the Scotties Tournament of Hearts action. Manitoba Premier Greg Selinger, a curling fan himself, was on hand for the 12:15 p.m. draws to take in some of the curling action.
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Portage la Prairie SportsTeams through one draw apiece at Scotties Updated 15 hours ago
There has been an upset in early action at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts presented by Monsanto at the PCU Centre. Miami's Lisa DeRiviere scored a pair in the 10th end to upset defending champion Cathy Overton-Clapham of Fort Rouge in the 12:15 p.m.
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Portage la Prairie NewsWestpark prepares for Mexico missions trip Updated 1 day ago
Students from Westpark School are making last minute preparations for a missions trip to Mexico, including some safety precautions. The international missions trip will see 20 students go to Mexico from Jan.
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Portage la Prairie NewsMeals on Wheels moves to new location Updated 15 hours ago
Meals on Wheels has relocated to a new venue in Portage and is enjoying its new location. Previously the program was operated out of the Rotary Park site, but as of Jan. 2 the service is being run out of the local Royal Canadian Legion building instead.
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Portage la Prairie NewsFreezing rain warning Wednesday Posted 2 days ago
Environment Canada is reporting a weather warning of freezing rain for the Portage and RM of Portage area. The freezing rain is anticipated for later this morning and early this afternoon.
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Central Plains NewsRM examines participation Updated 2 days ago
At its meeting Tuesday, Rural Municipality of Portage la Prairie announced it would be withdrawing its participation in the La Salle Redboine Conservation District, adding it was a difficult decision to make.
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Central Plains NewsHydrants being assessed following house fire Updated 2 days ago
A house was completely destroyed in a fire at Dakota Plains First Nation on Friday after firefighters from the neighbouring reserve had difficulties accessing a water source, among their complications.
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Portage la Prairie NewsHealth e-Plan comes to Portage Rotary Updated 2 days ago
The Portage Rotary Club heard from Kelly Small from the Province of Manitoba who got the club up to speed on the Health e-Plan program.
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Portage la Prairie NewsRM giving boost to community clubs Updated 2 days ago
Rural Municipality of Portage la Prairie is giving a boost to local community clubs with an injection of some annual funding. In total it is allocating more than $14,000 to the various clubs in the RM of Portage through the Hextall Fund.
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Portage la Prairie NewsLong Plain students earn math awards Updated 2 days ago
Seven students from Long Plain School won prizes in the Wiseman Mathematics Contest held by the First Nations University of Canada.
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Portage la Prairie NewsMissing youth located Posted 3 days ago
Central Plains RCMP are advising that a youth who was reported as missing has been located. On the evening of Monday, Jan. 23, Shayna-Leigh Tacan was located in Long Plain First Nation and returned home without incident.
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Portage la Prairie NewsRCMP asking for public's help involving theft Updated 4 days ago
The Portage la Prairie RCMP are asking for the public's help following a theft in the area. On Sat., Jan. 7 at just before 5 p.m., Portage RCMP received a report of a theft at the Days Inn in the Rural Municipality of Portage.
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Portage la Prairie NewsScotties entertainment promises to be lively Updated 4 days ago
The Scotties Tournament of Hearts event coming to Portage la Prairie next week will have plenty of entertainment for curling fans to enjoy at the PCU Centre. Monique Laramee, co-chairwoman on the entertainment committee, said a variety of performances are scheduled for visitors to take in.
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Portage la Prairie NewsRCMP report vehicle vandalism Updated 4 days ago
The Portage la Prairie RCMP are reporting a number of cases of vandalism to vehicles in the Portage area. On Saturday, Portage RCMP received reports of vandalism to parked vehicles around the Portage area.
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Portage la Prairie NewsMelville Boys a memorable experience Updated 4 days ago
The Melville Boys promises to be a memorable experience for those who take in the upcoming play at the William Glesby Centre. Jerry Maksymyk, executive director of the Glesby, is encouraging Portage la Prairie area residents to come out and see the show.
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Portage la Prairie NewsPUB approves cut to natural gas rates Updated 4 days ago
If you pay a heating bill, it's a good day. Manitoba's Public Utilities Board announced Friday morning that it has approved a whopping 23% cut in natural gas rates, which it projects will save the average homeowner nearly $80 on their annual bill.
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Central Plains NewsSouth Korea to lift Canadian beef ban Updated 4 days ago
The government of South Korea will lift their ban on Canadian beef imports effective immediately, the Province of Manitoba is reporting. The initial ban was established in 2003 after the Mad Cow disease breakout stopped exports to the Asian country, which heavily damaged the Canadian beef market.
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