As we wind down from our busy summers and head into September, we often get distracted with staying at home, doing yard work, and taking breaks from getting away. But wait! September is still beautiful and warm, so why not go camping?

In recent weeks, the much-anticipated Cornerstone Café and Deli opened its doors to hungry diners at 511 Main Street in St. Adolphe. So far, the business’s outlet is optimistic. Local resident and restaurant owner Peter Ecker says they’ve seen a steady flow of traffic, both local and Winnipeg-based.

Today’s generation of children are growing up in an unprecedented time of mobile connectivity. Landlines have been virtually eliminated, especially in homes, and cellphones are the number one way that people keep in touch.

After more than 40 weeks of anticipation, the winning ace of spades was finally pulled at the Nighthawks’ weekly Chase the Ace fundraiser in the Smitty’s lounge. On Monday, July 28, Joe Strebly of Winnipeg walked away with the final jackpot.

At least two young Niverville residents are participating in this year’s Youth Athlete of the Year competition—and they need your support. Competitors include nine-year-old Finley Rideout and 12-year-old Savanah Buzan.

As of October 4, all newly elected MLAs are being required to provide full disclosure of their assets, liabilities, and income to Manitoba’s Ethics Commissioner no later than 90 days after taking office.

At this year’s Manitoba Summer Games, the Eastman boys won all three of their matches against Parkland, Winnipeg Gold, and Central. None of their opponents managed to score a single goal against Eastman in tournament play.

For the past eight years, the Niverville Recreation Commission has hosted the annual Recreation & Wellness Showcase to highlight all the recreation and sport opportunities in Niverville—and to get people talking with local health professionals and getting to know their neighbours. This year’s showcase will take place on September 8 at the Heritage Centre from 5:00–8:00 p.m.

The Winnipeg Jets will have more spaces available during the team’s training camp in September, as seven players will be participating in the World Cup of Hockey that runs during the same time. The players aren’t the only ones who will be absent from camp, with head coach Paul Maurice joining the coaching staff for Team Europe.

Getting back into the swing of things in the fall can have its challenges. Learning how to plan and prepare healthy meals that are fast and easy can help end mealtime chaos. Here are four tips to get dinner on the table faster, without having to spend hours in the kitchen.