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The 2024-25 season begins tonight in Carman. Commissioner Tom Vatrt will join Clayton Dreger on the South Eastern Manitoba Hockey League Report which airs Fridays at 5:15 p.m. on CFAM Radio 950.

The South Eastern Manitoba Hockey League's 73rd season begins tonight in Carman as the Beavers host the Morden Bombers. The league will operate with 10 teams again this season. The Springfield Winterhawks have joined Carman, Morden, the Winkler Royals, Notre Dame Hawks, Portage Islanders, Warren Mercs, Red River Wild, Ile des Chenes Northstars and defending champion Ste. Anne Aces. The Altona Maroons, who had a team in the SEMHL since the inaugural season in 1951, have taken a one-year leave of absence. 

A driver was ticketed $822 and issued a Serious Offense notice this past week after police caught them doing 159 km/h in a 100 km/h zone heading east on Highway 3 out of Morden. 
    
This was just one of 18 speeding tickets doled out by Morden police officers October 15th-21st.
    
Also highlighted in the department's latest regular report to the public; 9 tickets to drivers not wearing their seatbelts, and 5 tickets for disobeying a traffic control device, namely a stop sign.

Altona residents are being encouraged to continue their composting habits as Council works through potential changes with the current pick up service provider.

The Town's contract with Green Opportunities is set to end on January 31st, but Mayor Harv Schroeder is assuring the community that Council is actively seeking viable alternatives in order to guarantee the ongoing service. 

Additionally, officials say they do not anticipate any interruptions to compost collection for residents in the foreseeable future.

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On October 23nd, 2023, the Bank of Canada announced a significant interest rate cut of half a percentage point, bringing the policy rate down to 3.75 per cent. This decision follows a notable decrease in inflation, which reportedly dropped below the target of 2 per cent in September.  

The Genesis House Unmask Domestic Violence Masquerade Gala is back for its fourth year, offering an evening of elegance and purpose. This year’s gala, taking place on November 2nd at the Minnewasta Golf and Country Club, promises to be a memorable celebration with a special theme—the Ruby Gala—in honor of Genesis House’s 40th anniversary.

A unique experience every year

Planning a wedding is always a grand undertaking, even when there is just one couple involved. 

Recently, a church in Morden came together for an event that multiplied this undertaking by a significant number — five. In the span of one month, the church came together to plan a special event celebrating the love stories of all these couples at once.

Saskatchewan dynamic duo, The Johner Brothers, are back with their new single "Bring Back The Mullet"! This weekend, Brad Johner joins us to talk about the comeback track and share one of his favourites from the past. Plus, we'll revisit a 2022 #1 from Tyler Hubbard.

Catch the Canadian Country Showcase on Saturdays at 12 pm and Sundays at 4 pm across the Golden West Country Network. 

The Carman-based Back on Cue Theatre group is gearing up for their upcoming production of The Tin Woman, a heartwarming play that will take place on November 8th and 9th at the Carman Collegiate. Director Faye Harms and actor Evelyn Hoogerdijk shared insights about the play and the theatre company’s journey.

A revival of an old tradition