On October 10 and 22, local history buffs will be treated to two special events in honour of the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Mennonite people in Manitoba.

Addictions treatment is significantly more accessible for Manitobans since the provincial government announced $450,000 in new funding to support the development of the Digital Front Door health services platform.

When Niverville councillor Meghan Beasant ran in the last municipal election, she told voters that she’d make it her mandate to research the feasibility of a local public library. Two years into her term, she’s making good on that promise.

On September 25, the provincial government gave the gas tax freeze another bump down the road. According to Premier Wab Kinew, Manitobans can expect to keep saving at the pumps until December 30 of this year.

As of Monday, September 23, an excavation is underway at 420 Main Street in St. Adolphe. The excavation is part of an investigation being carried out by the Historic Research Branch, headed by Suyoko Tsukamoto, an impact assessment archaeologist with the provincial government. It follows on the heels of reports that at least one unmarked children’s grave lies beneath the site, and possibly dozens more.

As of November 1, the Hanover School Division (HSD) will welcome its newest staff member, Marlin Adrian. Adrian has been appointed to the position of assistant superintendent, replacing outgoing Colin Campbell.