It’s been six years since Niverville resident Nathan Dueck was first elected to a seat on town council. On October 26, Dueck hopes voters will show the same faith in him as he prepares to run for another four-year term.

After two years of disruption due to COVID-19, many Manitobans were finally able to make a full-time return to the workplace this spring. Unfortunately for these commuters, the skyrocketing cost of fuel has plunged them into a whole new kind of crisis—a crisis of the pocketbook.

The pandemic and economic hardships of the last couple of years have been challenging for everyone, leading many people to rethink key aspects of their lives—including how they earn a living. In this ongoing series, The Citizen is telling the stories of courageous locals who have rolled with punches, making significant career changes for the sake of themselves and their families. (Read the first article in this series.)

There is a new type of luxury rental housing coming to Île-des-Chênes later this year. Rendezvous Place will be a 16-unit complex intended exclusively for those ages 55 and over.

The Niverville Nighthawks’ latest hire is 38-year-old Lindsay Unrau, who will serve as the team’s marketing and business manager.

Another year of high school has come and gone, unleashing a fresh crop of graduates into the world. In addition to crossing the Grade 12 finish line, a noteworthy group of students from Niverville High School ended the year by receiving valuable awards handed out by the town, local businesses and organizations, and individuals in the community.