Right in the centre - Garbage and recycling has to see new approaches
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- Published on Thursday, June 1, 2017
Ken Waddell
The Nepawa Banner
Many issues cross political lines. Recycling in Manitoba is just such an issue. It is a darling issue for both the NDP and the PC governments. It is also largely a well-intentioned farce. Recycling and the two cent levy on beverage containers, is an example of a good start. But that’s about where it ends. For over two decades now we have had a two cent levy on drink containers. It is supposed to finance recycling of containers and some other products. It raises a lot of money, but it doesn’t really accomplish recycling and here’s why.
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My perspective - Green light for taxi changes?
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- Published on Thursday, June 1, 2017
Kate Jackman - Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
By the end of this year, the road may be paved for ride sharing services, such as Uber, to operate legally within the province. On March 20, the provincial government introduced Bill 30, which will deregulate the industry and open the door for new players. In essence, the bill will dissolve the Manitoba Taxicab Board and move responsibility for regulation of vehicles for hire to municipal governments.
NACI hosts track & field championship
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- Published on Thursday, June 1, 2017
Taine Middleton receives the baton from teammate Ben Rainka during the junior varsity boys 4x100 relay. The pair, along with teammates Ben Perrett and Braden Gillies would finish first in the event.
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute (NACI) athletes ruled the podium at the Zone Seven Track and Field championship. The event, held in Neepawa on May 24 and 26, featured teams from eight different schools competing.
Looking back - 1967: Neepawa retailers prepare for new revenue tax
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- Published on Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Cecil Pittman
The Neepawa Press
80 years ago. Tuesday May 25, 1937
Last Friday, Geo. M. Deveson, of Arden, advertised purebred pigs for sale, in the Press. The advertisement was ordered for three issues, but Saturday afternoon he phoned to cancel it as he had received more inquires than could be accommodated. Mr. Deveson was more than satisfied with the result and is now a firm believer in advertising. To sell you must tell, and a special notice in the Press speaks to a vast audience.
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