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Plan a visit to the east side of Riding Mountain National Park

Here you’ll find hiking and biking trails, great scenery, wildlife and the historic gate

By Donna Gamache June 28, 2019

Visitors to Riding Mountain National Park often spend most of their time in the Wasagaming/Clear Lake area, with perhaps part of a day at Lake Audy to see the bison. But Highway No. 19 on the east side of the park can be rewarding in several ways — stretching your muscles on the hiking and

Fresh herbs from the garden are a taste sensation.

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Add fresh basil to your recipes

Fresh herbs are an excellent way to add a hit of flavour without any salt

By Julie Garden-Robinson June 28, 2019

When I want to relax a bit, I meander outside to tend my backyard plants, which include a variety of flowers, vegetables and herbs. I don’t even mind weeding (too much) because my vegetable and herb gardens are in elevated four-foot-wide by eight-foot-long garden boxes. My garden beds are about three feet off the ground,

cartoon image of a family seated at a table

Other, The Jacksons

Life, a delicious treat

The Jacksons from the June 27, 2019 issue of the Manitoba Co-operator

By Rollin Penner June 28, 2019

Andrew Jackson looked up from his newspaper as Rose appeared in the doorway of the kitchen still dressed in her familiar tattered housecoat and beaded leather slippers. “Good morning,” he said. “Aren’t you a sight for sore eyes. Coffee is ready. Help yourself.” Rose gave him an insincere scowl but brightened at the mention of

At the time of this 1964 photo, there were two elevators at Mather. The Manitoba Pool elevator at left was built in 1926. The balloon annexes on each side of it were replaced in 1969 by a single crib annex. Renovated in 1971 and 1986, it closed on December 31, 1996 and was demolished. The United Grain Growers elevator at right dated from 1917. A 1971 trade saw it become Manitoba Pool’s B elevator for five years, closing in 1976.

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PHOTOS: This Old Elevator: June 2019

The Manitoba Historical Society wants to gather information about all the grain elevators in Manitoba

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff June 26, 2019

In the 1950s, there were over 700 grain elevators in Manitoba. Today, there are fewer than 200. You can help to preserve the legacy of these disappearing “Prairie sentinels.” The Manitoba Historical Society (MHS) is gathering information about all elevators that ever stood in Manitoba, regardless of their present status. Collaborating with the Manitoba Co-operator it is supplying these

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The Cockshutt five-bottom auto lift engine gang plow

This innovative design let one operator run the tractor and multiple plows at once

By Manitoba Agricultural Museum June 26, 2019

The Manitoba Agricultural Museum collection contains a Cockshutt five-bottom auto lift engine gang plow donated by Charles Hefford of Miami, Manitoba. Charles Hefford Jr. was the son of Charles Hefford, who was an early resident of the Miami area. Charles’ father was a boat captain on the Great Lakes who drowned in Lake Superior during

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Brigden’s ‘Assiniboine Valley’

Our History: May/June 1944

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff June 26, 2019

This photo of an F.H. Brigden painting titled “Assiniboine Valley” appeared in our May 1944 issue. A story said, “Lads from the Prairies” could view reproductions in the barracks, messes, libraries, hospitals and reading rooms where they were stationed overseas. The idea was sponsored by the National Gallery and the Department of National Defence and

Lynne and John Hogg welcome customers at C & J Wood Works.

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Shoal Lake woodworking business going strong for nine years

C & J Wood Works can create something new, refinish something old, or do some repair work

By Darrell Nesbitt June 25, 2019

It’s been nine years since John and Lynne Hogg set up a woodworking business in Shoal Lake, and while many things remain the same, there have been some interesting changes along the way. Although the mainstay of C & J Wood Works has been just that — whether it’s creating something new, refinishing a treasure

Researchers now say there’s scant evidence chicken is healthier  than red meat.

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Beef and pork healthy choices too

Researchers say there’s no correlation between meat choice and blood cholesterol levels

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff June 25, 2019

Chicken consumption has soared in recent years due to a presumption that it’s a healthier choice, but researchers now say that might not be so. The assumption is that poultry, due to its lower levels of saturated fatty acids, would contribute to lower blood cholesterol levels. Two recent clinical trials, from the Lawrence Berkeley National

Enjoy your time together as a family outdoors, and don’t forget hydrating drinks and sunscreen.

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Enjoy lounging outdoors with a refreshing beverage

It doesn’t take much to dress up plain water for a healthy treat

By Julie Garden-Robinson June 24, 2019

Wait. Stop the van,” I said to my husband. He knew what I saw and pulled to the side of the street. “We can fix them!” I said with enthusiasm. He sighed rather heavily. Yes, he’s usually the fixer and I am the painter. Actually, sometimes I just decide where to put things. I had

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Gladstone Music and Arts Festival winners

Young performers share their love of music and the arts at the annual festival

By Festival Release June 21, 2019

Young performers from the Gladstone, Plumas, MacGregor, Austin and Langruth areas shared their love of music and arts during the 89th Annual Gladstone Music and Arts Festival in April, where they received feedback from professional adjudicators. Band Awards Adjudicated by Annette Hay School Recorder Ensemble: Plumas, Grade 3 – 5 (Gold Seal Certificate) School Recorder

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U.S. livestock: Cattle extend gains on improving cash prices, packer demand

U.S. grains: Soy futures slide on China demand doubts

Spain probes whether swine fever outbreak was caused by lab leak

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