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Eric Westhaver

Eric Westhaver

Eric Westhaver is a reporter with The Reminder in Flin Flon, Man. Raised in Flin Flon, Eric holds a Bachelor of Arts-Journalism degree from the University of Regina. Eric has worked in many fields as a journalist, including print media, documentaries, online reporting, radio and TV news. Since returning to his hometown paper, Eric has won 12 provincial newspaper awards and counting in Manitoba and Saskatchewan for his work. Eric is eager to share the stories and history of the north with anyone willing to listen.

Recent Work by Eric

Bomber Game Report: Flin Flon keeps up winning ways, beat Klippers 4-3 in OT

Bomber Game Report: Flin Flon keeps up winning ways, beat Klippers 4-3 in OT

The Bombers are back in a playoff spot. Flin Flon took a 4-3 victory in overtime against Kindersley Saturday night, extending their win streak to four and earning a tie for the last spot.
Bomber Game Report: Flin Flon hands Kindersley a 3-1 loss, get back to .500, start win streak

Bomber Game Report: Flin Flon hands Kindersley a 3-1 loss, get back to .500, start win streak

The Bombers are on a hot streak, picking up their third straight win and clawing back to .500 hockey with a 3-1 win over Kindersley.
Creighton, Denare Beach elect incumbent-heavy councils, all-new school board

Creighton, Denare Beach elect incumbent-heavy councils, all-new school board

The votes have been counted. Creighton and Denare Beach have elected two local councils and a school board, with a mix of familiar and fresh faces.
Bomber Game Report: All systems go in 6-2 win over Melfort

Bomber Game Report: All systems go in 6-2 win over Melfort

Some wins just feel good. Some wins make statements. The Bombers' 6-2 victory over first-place Melfort Friday night did both.
Local elections: Meet the candidates for Creighton and Denare Beach local councils

Local elections: Meet the candidates for Creighton and Denare Beach local councils

The Reminder asked the candidates running for Creighton and Denare Beach councils where they stood on various local issues. Here is where they stand.
Provincial utility board approves Flin Flon water rate hike, with changes

Provincial utility board approves Flin Flon water rate hike, with changes

A provincial regulatory board has approved higher water and sewer rate fees for Flin Flon residents—but lower ones than suggested earlier this year.
Kolt receives King Charles coronation medal

Kolt receives King Charles coronation medal

Crystal Kolt is one of the most recent recipients of the King Charles III Coronation Medal. The Flin Flon arts figure was honoured in Winnipeg last month for her contributions to northern culture and life.
Kodiaks reach regionals, Kweens achieve in Brandon

Kodiaks reach regionals, Kweens achieve in Brandon

The Creighton Kodiaks volleyball team is headed for regionals following two strong showings at recent tournaments, while Hapnot placed well in Manitoba's largest tournament.
Local elections: Meet the candidates for Creighton School Division board

Local elections: Meet the candidates for Creighton School Division board

The Reminder sent questionnaires to each candidate running in the upcoming Creighton School Division board of trustees election, asking what they thought on several local education issues. Here's what they had to say.
Remembrance Day ceremony, parade set for Nov. 11

Remembrance Day ceremony, parade set for Nov. 11

Flin Flon’s annual Remembrance Day ceremony and parade will take place in just under two weeks’ time, meant to pay tribute for Canadian soldiers and personnel who paid the ultimate cost.
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