Josh and James Vosper’s Manitoba movie: From here 2 there
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- Published on Friday, October 5, 2018
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Joshua Vosper (left) and his father James Vosper of Plumas cycled across the province in three parts over July and August of this year.
By Joshua Vosper
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I am thirteen years old, I live in Plumas, Manitoba and my dad and I this past summer took our bicycles across the entire province. Our original goal was to take our bikes across all of Canada, but my mother suggested we first take our bikes across our home province. If we could accomplish the provincial goal, we would be prepared to accomplish our Canadian goal.
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You & Your Health: Concussion - What do I do now?
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- Published on Wednesday, October 3, 2018
By Dr. Mark Perrett
BSCs DC Chiropractor
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that causes temporary changes in brain function and is most often caused by a blow to the head. It can also be caused by an excessive movement of the head that causes the brain to move rapidly within the skull.
Initial signs of concussion can include loss of consciousness, headache, vomiting, dizziness, changes in sleep, changes in mood, a feeling of brain “fogginess, general fatigue, and sensitivity to light and sound.
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Did you know? - Senior housing
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- Published on Wednesday, October 3, 2018
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Metro Creative Connection
According to a study from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, housing is the greatest expense in dollar amount and as a share of total expenditures for households in which a person 55 and older is considered the primary owner or renter of the home.
Today’s seniors are aging on their terms
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- Published on Tuesday, October 2, 2018
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There are now more seniors in Canada than children.
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
Neepawa Banner & Press
Every person is different and that’s why there’s no one-size-fits all solution to aging. Personal preference, health, location, income and a myriad of other factors can drive a person’s decision about how and where they age. One thing is for certain, with a growing population of seniors, there are now more options than ever.
Looking back - 1978: Folks flock to Yellowhead flea market
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- Published on Tuesday, October 2, 2018
By Cassandra Wehrhahn
Neepawa Banner & Press
110 years ago,
Tuesday,
September 29, 1908
The British Admirality approves of Australian plans for a navy.
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