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Last week the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) mobile hub was in Weyburn.  Amanda Titman, manager of programs and operations for Saskatchewan and Manitoba, says the mobile hubs offer a full day of programming for blind or deaf-blind residents of rural communities. 

“In rural Saskatchewan, we don't have staff in all of our communities. It's really important though that people feel that they have the support from CNIB. We've started where we come to each of our communities, a minimum of twice a year, and bring four programs that we run throughout the day.” 

We’ve teamed up with Canad Inns to celebrate the grand opening of Manitoba’s brand-new entertainment venue – Destination Dinner Stage located in Canad Inns Fort Garry.

To kick things off in style, we’re giving YOU a chance to win FREE TICKETS to the opening weekend of their brand-new show, "Golden Gals Vacation"! 

Few have been left untouched by the model nonprofit Bow RiversEdge Campground Society (BRECS).

Yesterday, they provided $60,000 in annual grants to 17 worthy local causes. That's in addition to the $30,000 they provide annually to the Cochrane Rotary and Lions clubs to support their community projects.

In its remarkable 20-year history, BRECS has returned well over $1 million to Cochrane-based organizations. And when you include the purchase of the campground land from Rocky View County it's about $3.5 million.

While the forest can be a fun place to explore and enjoy recreational activities, it’s also full of wildlife.  

Bob Austman with the RM of Piney says whether you are taking a hike, going birdwatching, or just enjoying the forest, it’s important to be aware of your surroundings.  

It's that time of the year, the Rhineland & Area Foodbank is looking for your support again for their Fall Food Drive.

The best part is, they come to you! Youth from the community will be going door to door on Wednesday, October 2nd so you can leave your donations out on the front steps, and they will swing by and pick up the bags.

Monetary donations are greatly appreciated as well, 90% of the Foodbank is run on monetary donations so throwing in a cheque or some cash would be a very welcome donation.

Central Plains Cancer Services is celebrating its 25th anniversary in the region and thought a high tea would be a fitting way to mark the milestone.

Executive director Sharilyn Knox says the event will take place on Oct. 3 at St. Mary’s Church.

“We’re going to have two sittings. It’s going to be lovely. We want people to come who have been supporters of our organization — maybe patients, donors, drivers — whoever wants to come. We know what we do in our region is very important, and we look forward to the next 25 years. So, it’s a great way to celebrate,” she says.

Central Station’s popular "Locked on the roof" event is back this October, featuring a showdown between the Winkler Fire Department and the Winkler Flyers. With a fun twist and a mission, the event aims to raise $20,000 to fight poverty in Winkler. Here's what you need to know.

Although most people start winterizing their campers preparing for the upcoming cooler weather, fall camping is still available at provincial parks throughout Saskatchewan including Moose Mountain Provincial Park. With this weekend most likely being the last hot weekend of the year, it’s a perfect time to head out to the provincial parks and enjoy a quieter camping experience. A sentiment that Moose Mountain Provincial Parks manager Kim Brown agrees with wholeheartedly.  

Every day the team at Golden West and PembinaValleyOnline comes into the office with the goal of "Connecting Communities". Alongside that, our team gives back in various ways through volunteer work and fundraising for organizations and non-profits important to our family, friends and neighbours.

The Winkler Skating Club encourages local families to get their kids involved in the CanSkate program—a fun and engaging way for children to learn how to skate. Charmaine Ens, from the club, recently shared why CanSkate is a great opportunity for kids in Winkler and why every child should try it.