At their annual fundraiser on October 9, the New Bothwell Fire Department raised $2,600 toward the purchase of additional equipment for the fire hall. The fundraiser was held at the hall in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week.

The media often reports about victims of scams and fraud. More recently, we have been hearing about Canada Revenue Agency scams. You might have even received an email or text message regarding this. Fraudulent communication comes in various types, such as telephone calls, letters, emails, and text messages.

The last time we saw our beloved Winnipeg Jets, they were licking their wounds from a first-round playoff sweep at the hands of the Anaheim Ducks. Many names have changed on the roster since then, but unlike most teams it wasn’t a big trade or flashy free agent signing that switched things up. Most of the changes have come from within, as some of their top prospects were able to claim spots on the opening day roster after a strong preseason.

Following the results of a professional housing needs assessment, Ritchot’s economic development officer, Ryan Faucher, will soon be applying for federal funding in the hopes of filling gaps in the municipality’s housing options.

On October 9-10, Niverville Collegiate and Providence College hosted a pair of volleyball tournaments for the Junior Varsity and Varsity boys teams.

The Clipper Ice Sports hockey season is in full swing. CIS has a record number of children participating in hockey this season. Niverville is also fortunate to host a regional Bantam AA girls hockey team which features many local players.

The high school soccer season has drawn to a close.

Alyssa Loeppky, 5, skates with the Nivervlle Skating Club and attends Niverville Elementary School. Alyssa started skating in October 2014 and has made a lot of progress since her first days.

Niverville’s Community Christmas Tree Lighting committee is embracing a new concept this year. In past years, the evening event, planned by the Chamber of Commerce, included carols, sleigh rides, hot chocolate, candles, and of course the lighting of the Christmas tree on Main Street.

Last month, I talked about my bootcamp experience. In the meantime, I finished another session at the end of October. It’s been great! I might be getting some abs, or so I think. But I can successfully do 200 pushups in an hour along with a bunch of other crazy exercises!