Right in the centre - May 8 is 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day

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Published on Thursday, May 8, 2025

By Ken Waddell

Neepawa Banner & Press

May 8 is a very significant date for the whole world. It’s of special importance for Canadians and Manitobans. It was 80 years ago on May 8, 1945 that WWll came to an end in Europe. It’s known as VE-Day, or Victory in Europe Day.

We have devoted a bit of space in our three papers to exhibit how the respective front pages of our papers looked right after the May 8, 1945 date.

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May 2, 2025 - Neepawa Banner & Press

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Published on Thursday, May 1, 2025

Neepawa Banner & Press

In this week's edition of the Neepawa Banner & Press, we highlight the results of the federal election, as well as preview the annual Neepawa and District Chamber Fair.

On top of that, release of the Santa Clara Baseball League schedule, recognition for Neepawa Wildlife Association and Neepawa Rotary honours at its Paul Harris banquet.

All of that and more in this week's Neepawa Banner & Press.

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Right in the centre - Carry on and don't lose faith

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Published on Thursday, May 1, 2025

By Ken Waddell

Neepawa Banner & Press

After Monday’s federal election, there were some very tired people across Canada. The TV commentators and staff were up long past their usual bedtime and it showed. One older TV personality was almost nodding off in their chair. So was I, and I didn’t even work that hard on Monday.

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