Local News Categories All News Local News Sports & Recreation Commentary Arts & Culture Local News Aug 21, 2025 Non-Profit Looks to Create a Safer Environment for Seniors with Alzheimer’s For anyone connected to a senior citizen living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, a new organization is aiming to offer a breath of relief. Local News Aug 21, 2025 Ritchot Considers New Waste Management Pilot Project On August 20, a delegation from Carbon Lock Tech made an in-person presentation to Ritchot’s council, asking for partnership in a pilot project which would make use of their relatively new technology. Local News Aug 20, 2025 Council Talks Education, Healthcare Expansion, and Future Energy Needs On August 19, Niverville’s council unanimously approved a subdivision request by Sunset Estates. This proactive move paves the way for a fourth school to put down roots in the community sometime in the future. Local News Aug 19, 2025 When Dining Out Becomes a Luxury Since the turn of this decade, consumers have been met with rapidly rising costs for goods and services across every sector. Nothing seems to be immune in these tough economic times, and that certainly includes restaurant dining. Local News Jan 06, 2025 EastMenn Historical Society Explores Early Mennonite Culture The annual meeting of the EastMenn Historical Society will have something extra special for Mennonite history buffs this year. Local News Jan 04, 2025 Nighthawks Host Casino Royale Fundraising Gala For the third year in a row, the Niverville Nighthawks are hosting a gala fundraiser at the Heritage Centre, and this year there’s a James Bond theme. Dubbed “Casino Royale,” the gala will take place on January 25. Local News Jan 02, 2025 Niverville Credit Union Celebrates 75 Years The past year was a momentous one for the Niverville Credit Union, marking 75 years since its local founders first brought their dream to reality back in 1949. Celebrating this benchmark will be a key component of NCU’s upcoming annual general meeting on January 20. Local News Dec 31, 2024 Province Extends Low-Cost Daycare for Manitoba Families Many of Manitoba’s young families are enjoying a little Christmas bonus from the province with the announcement of a $10-per-day fee for daycare every day of the year. Local News Dec 31, 2024 Gas Tax Returns But at Reduced Rate Just before Christmas, the NDP provincial government made their latest announcement regarding the Manitoba gas tax, which has been non-existent for local drivers over the past year. Local News Dec 27, 2024 2024: The Year in Review It’s just about time to call it quits on 2024 and already the previous year feels like a blur. Before we set our sights on the future, though, let’s take a moment to take a glance back. Local News Dec 27, 2024 Ritchot Hosts Second Annual Business Expo The second annual Edge Business Expo will return to Ritchot on January 22–23, 2025. For the second consecutive year, it will take place at the TC Energy Centre in Île-des-Chênes. Local News Dec 20, 2024 RM of Ritchot Closes for Cybersecurity Investigation On December 12, residents of Ritchot received a notice from the municipal office informing them of a cybersecurity incident which has impacted their electronic systems. Pagination Load more Citizen Poll Considering the inherent risks, should our government consider enacting legislation that restricts the use and/or ownership of cellphones among young people? Choices Yes. New laws around cellphone ownership, such as enacting a minimum legal age, would help protect young people. * No. In our current day and age, it is unrealistic to restrict cellphone ownership or usage to those of a particular age. * Vote Have a more nuanced opinion? Leave us a comment below: * By submitting a comment, you acknowledge that your feedback may be printed in a future edition of The Citizen. All responses will be anonymous unless signed by the writer. Signed comments are more likely to be published. Cell Number Comment
Local News Aug 21, 2025 Non-Profit Looks to Create a Safer Environment for Seniors with Alzheimer’s For anyone connected to a senior citizen living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, a new organization is aiming to offer a breath of relief.
Local News Aug 21, 2025 Ritchot Considers New Waste Management Pilot Project On August 20, a delegation from Carbon Lock Tech made an in-person presentation to Ritchot’s council, asking for partnership in a pilot project which would make use of their relatively new technology.
Local News Aug 20, 2025 Council Talks Education, Healthcare Expansion, and Future Energy Needs On August 19, Niverville’s council unanimously approved a subdivision request by Sunset Estates. This proactive move paves the way for a fourth school to put down roots in the community sometime in the future.
Local News Aug 19, 2025 When Dining Out Becomes a Luxury Since the turn of this decade, consumers have been met with rapidly rising costs for goods and services across every sector. Nothing seems to be immune in these tough economic times, and that certainly includes restaurant dining.
Local News Jan 06, 2025 EastMenn Historical Society Explores Early Mennonite Culture The annual meeting of the EastMenn Historical Society will have something extra special for Mennonite history buffs this year.
Local News Jan 04, 2025 Nighthawks Host Casino Royale Fundraising Gala For the third year in a row, the Niverville Nighthawks are hosting a gala fundraiser at the Heritage Centre, and this year there’s a James Bond theme. Dubbed “Casino Royale,” the gala will take place on January 25.
Local News Jan 02, 2025 Niverville Credit Union Celebrates 75 Years The past year was a momentous one for the Niverville Credit Union, marking 75 years since its local founders first brought their dream to reality back in 1949. Celebrating this benchmark will be a key component of NCU’s upcoming annual general meeting on January 20.
Local News Dec 31, 2024 Province Extends Low-Cost Daycare for Manitoba Families Many of Manitoba’s young families are enjoying a little Christmas bonus from the province with the announcement of a $10-per-day fee for daycare every day of the year.
Local News Dec 31, 2024 Gas Tax Returns But at Reduced Rate Just before Christmas, the NDP provincial government made their latest announcement regarding the Manitoba gas tax, which has been non-existent for local drivers over the past year.
Local News Dec 27, 2024 2024: The Year in Review It’s just about time to call it quits on 2024 and already the previous year feels like a blur. Before we set our sights on the future, though, let’s take a moment to take a glance back.
Local News Dec 27, 2024 Ritchot Hosts Second Annual Business Expo The second annual Edge Business Expo will return to Ritchot on January 22–23, 2025. For the second consecutive year, it will take place at the TC Energy Centre in Île-des-Chênes.
Local News Dec 20, 2024 RM of Ritchot Closes for Cybersecurity Investigation On December 12, residents of Ritchot received a notice from the municipal office informing them of a cybersecurity incident which has impacted their electronic systems.
