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Fewer Manitobans were admitted to hospital last week with COVID, A Winnipeg man accused of killing a Saskatchewan RCMP officer to stand trial for first-degree murder, A 29-year-old Brandon man faces assault charges - and Brandon car enthusiasts are gearing up for next weekend's Super Run Car Show. These stories and more in today's update.
Mosquitos carrying West Nile virus have been found near Headingley, Brandon's Cando Rail has reportedly been sold - and some economist believe inflation may have peaked. These stories and more in today's update.
An RCMP officer was hit by a fleeing vehicle during a traffic stop at a campground in Roblin last weekend, Canadian pilots are having long waits getting their licenses from Transport Canada, MB will soon unveil its COVID vaccine program for younger kids - and Canada's passport is ranked 8th in the world. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon police arrested a man for allegedly paying for a cab ride with a fake $100 bill, MPI is warning about a text scam, Atlantic Canadians are the most eager to get a second COVID booster shot - and Manitobans still love their plastic straws. These stories and more in today's update.
More wildfires sprang up across Manitoba over the weekend, Brandon City Council will discuss a proposal to borrow $30-million dollars to pay for water and sewer infrastructure at its meeting tonight, Brandon police busted a man for allegedly threatening a security guard with a handgun at the Victoria Inn, and if you're under 40 researchers say no amount of alcohol is beneficial. These stories and more in today's update.
Be prepared for bears and bugs when heading to Riding Mountain National Park this weekend, the MB government is helping send Ukrainian newcomer children and youth to summer camp, Canada is bringing back mandatory random COVID testing for incoming travellers next week - and the prime minister is getting a new Can Force One. These stories and more in today's update.
A member of Manitoba's Wildfire Service from The Pas died on the job this week, yesterday's interest rate hike will mean higher loan payments if you have a variable rate, Brandon's Kayak Cove at the Riverbank Discovery Centre is to open today - and a Canadian study says there's a 1-in-10 chance of getting killed by falling space junk in the next decade.
Canadian food suppliers warning about higher grocery store costs this fall, MPI has applied to reduce some vehicle insurance rates, Rogers is compensating customers equivalent of 5 days of service after last week's massive outage, the MB government wants your feedback on personal care homes - and Brandon's 'Doors Open' event is this weekend. These stories and more in today's update.
Small Canadian companies fear they won't be fully compensated after last week's Rogers outage, a second candidate has entered the race for Brandon councillor in Green Acres ward - and Brandon Riverbank's Kayak Cove is set to open today. These stories and more in today's update.
Three in five Canadians are not interested in international travel this summer, Brandon police laid charges in two incidents of alleged impaired driving over the weekend, the premiers are meeting in Victoria this week with health-care the main topic of discussion - and Thor: Love and Thunder topped the weekend box office. These stories and more in today's update.
Starting Monday there will be free access for the entire week into Manitoba's provincial parks, the price of gas has dropped a few cents in Brandon, MPI says physical damage claims to vehicles have spiked, and Boston Pizza founder and former Dragon's Den star Jim Treliving will be in Virden on Monday. These stories and more in today's update.
Work on the dock for a new canoe/kayak cove at Brandon Riverbank is to begin next week, Brandon's Kinsmen Pool re-opens today, Brandon cops had to spring into action to help a stabbing victim, the Canadian military's new dress code will allow long hair and nails, and face tattoos - and Canada is the top choice for people in many countries looking to relocate. These stories and more in today's update.
A strike by 750 CN Rail signal and communication workers has ended, a crash killed two elderly people from the RM of Glenboro-South Cypress on Monday, a 42-year-old Dauphin woman faces drugs and weapons charges after a traffic stop by RCMP last week, and if your neighbourhood has lots of dogs, it probably has a lower crime rate. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon city council is considering borrowing $30-million to pay for sewer upgrades in the southwest part of the city, local group 'Brandon Salutes' has a way for you to show support for soldiers from CFB Shilo who are serving in Latvia, and the Conservative Party of Canada was number one among political parties in gathering donations last year. These stories and more in today's update.
Some Westman ER's are closing temporarily because of shortage of staff, gas has dropped in price in Brandon (for now), the City of Brandon is seeking a contractor to assess the streets, and this might be worth the gas for a trip to Calgary: the Museum of Failure is now open until the end of August.
A group of unvaccinated health-care workers placed on unpaid leave last fall is suing the Manitoba government, the province has eased restrictions at care homes due to lower COVID transmission levels, mosquito numbers in Brandon have shot up again, and it's Canada Day weekend at Brandon Riverbank Discovery Centre. These stories and more in today's update.
A 72-year-old Brandon man fought off a 25-year-old attacker last week, the search for 41-year-old Jordon Ross continues along the Assiniboine River just west of Brandon, the backlog of surgeries and tests in Manitoba is declining - and work to get Kayak Cove ready at Brandon Riverbank Discovery Centre is to begin soon. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon councillor Bruce Luebke has announced he's running for re-election this fall, Brandon city council has amended regulations for open-air fire pits, Mounties are still searching for a suspect in connection with a double stabbing in Camperville - and Brandon Riverbank Discovery Centre is gearing up for Canada Day. These stories and more in today's update.
The search for a missing Brandon man continues today, Peguis First Nation has declared another state of emergency due to flooding, a racist float in a Sundre, Alberta parade has garnered outrage - and tomorrow's Lotto Max jackpot is a whopping $70-million. These stories and more in today's update.
Changes to Westman's electoral boundaries are being proposed, Souris Health Centre's ER closing next week, Ducks Unlimited has topped its conservation targets in Manitoba - and Canada has placed three cities on the Top 10 list of the most livable cities in the world. These stories and more in today's update.
The search continued Tuesday for a missing Brandon man, the aging Park Community Centre in Brandon will now be torn down and replaced with a new structure, Brandon police made an arrest in catalytic converter thefts, milk prices are to rise in the fall - and is it time for a 'gas tax holiday' in Canada? These stories and more in today's update.
The search for a missing Brandon man continued Monday, pothole claims have skyrocketed in Manitoba, Dauphin RCMP charged a man with drug trafficking - and there was another lottery winner in Manitoba last weekend. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon city council has a full agenda Monday including a vote on whether to ask the province for permission to operate photo radar, the search for a missing Brandon man was unsuccessful on Sunday, the province is spending $16 million to hire more health-care aides, nurses and LPN's - and there's another million dollar lottery winner in the province. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon police arrested a man they said was carrying a modified .22-calibre handgun, another man was arrested by BPS for reportedly sitting passed out, while holding a beer, behind the wheel of his parked vehicle, the Warriors Walk goes Sunday in Brandon - and dinosaurs and bulls invade the Keystone Centre this weekend. These stories and more in today's update.
The Souris Glenwood Golf Course hopes to have the course open by next Wednesday after sustaining flood damage, Dauphin RCMP are investigating the theft of a historic bronze bell from Canada's oldest Ukrainian Catholic church, and PBR's Elite Cup series stops in Brandon for the first time this Saturday. These stories and more in today's update.
Killarney RCMP made a couple of arrests in a string of golf course robberies, the coming hot weather and lots of standing water means more mosquitos, some campground closures remain as we get closer to another weekend - and Brandon Salutes encourages you to head to the Chamber of Commerce office and fill-out a postcard for troops from CFB Shilo. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon police have launched a program to reward children and youth for acts of kindness and playing safe, the Manitoba government has approved the province's first potash development, and someone in Manitoba won $100,000 in last Friday's Lotto Max draw. These stories and more in today's update.
A couple of arrests were made in separate weapons incidents at the Manitoba Summer Fair, Brandon's police service is also taking a hit from high gas prices, Manitoba's tourism industry is getting an infusion of federal funds - and if you want a good night's sleep - get a partner. These stories and more in today's update.
Manitoba cattle ranchers are not happy with Health Canada's new food label plan, two suspects accused of trashing a Brandon convenience store trying to steal an ATM face additional charges, Brandon University unveils its new, permanent 'Pride crosswalk' today - and more of us would be OK if the nickel was taken out of circulation. These stories and more in today's update.
A Brandon teenager was charged with assault this week, a shooting and overdose are being investigated at Waywayseecappo First Nation, a Brandon woman won $100,000 on the Lotto 6/49 EXTRA last month - and it's Day Two of fun at the Manitoba Summer Fair at Brandon Keystone Centre. These stories and more in today's update.
Check with Manitoba Parks for possible closures before heading to a Westman campground this weekend, Pine Creek First Nation has found 6 anomalies that could be unmarked graves at the site of a former residential school, Westman Communications Group has made a $150,000 donation to Assiniboine Community College, and there's one winning ticket for Tuesday's $70-million Lotto Max jackpot and it's in Quebec. These stories and more in today's update.
The price of gas in Brandon has risen again to $2.07 a litre, high food costs have more Manitobans relying on food banks - and a travel rebate program from the MB Chamber of Commerce attracted more than 10-thousand-600 Manitobans to vacation in the province in May. These stories and more in today's update.
Gas prices might be going up again this week, MB health-care support workers say it's time for a new contract, Brandon's Food Rescue Store has been incredibly busy, a Brandon business fair for kids is coming up in August, and still no winning ticket sold for the $70-million Lotto Max jackpot. These stories and more in today's update.
Repairs to MB flood damage already in the tens of millions of dollars, gas prices could jump another 5 to 10 cents-a-litre by Monday, three events have been cancelled at the Manitoba Summer Fair including the Demo Derby, and doctors in Westman are getting burned out. These stories and more in today's update.
Some Manitoba campgrounds are opening this weekend, Environment Canada predicting one more cool, wet Manitoba month before summer really begins, you can now apply for a mosquito fogging buffer zone around your Brandon property - and there are $113-million in prizes up for grabs in tomorrow's Lotto Max Draw. These stories and more in today's update.
Manitoba's surgical and diagnostic test wait times are decreasing, Brandon police have charged the final suspect in an alleged case of forcible confinement from January, and the Manitoba Summer Fair in Brandon is almost here, it starts next Wednesday, June 8th. These stories and more in today's update.
The weather has forced the province to close more campgrounds, Brandon police arrested a woman for allegedly passing bogus American money, the province plans to consult business and labour before raising the minimum wage above inflation - and Brandon turned 140 years-old on May 30th. These stories and more in today's update.
The province could introduce a bill today to raise the minimum wage, the MB government is covering the costs of medical exams for Ukrainian refugees, and the Bank of Canada could raise its benchmark interest rate this week. These stories and more in today's update.
The Manitoba government is planning to expand private alcohol sales, Brandon police arrested 5 people in two separate drug raids this week, there's a report Westman could be short 20 doctors by the end of the summer, and Canadian employers were looking to fill a million jobs in March. These stories and more in today's update.
Road washouts in Duck Mountain Provincial Park still impacting travel, flooding in Minnedosa is slowly easing, work on a multi sport court in Brandon is gearing up, and a study found safety measures at U.S. schools to deter shooters have a negative impact on students. These stories and more in today's update.
A couple of streets in Brandon rank high on CAA's annual 'Worst Roads' list, a call's out for a contractor to do roof repairs on six Brandon municipal buildings, three men face charges after a Brandon police raid on a home on 6th Street, and Manitoba is modernizing liquor regulations. These stories and more in today's update.
Mounties are investigating a string of vehicle thefts in Boissevain and Waskada, over 300 Ukrainian refugees have arrived in Manitoba, a new billionaire was born about every 30 hours worldwide during the pandemic - and fewer Manitobans feel Ottawa or the provincial government are working in their best interests. These stories and more in today's update.
There are more campground closures in the province, Bernie Whetter of Brandon's 'Green Spot' named 'Business Person of the Year' at the Chamber of Commerce awards gala, a city-wide garage sale is planned for next weekend in Brandon - and your cat knows your name, seriously. These stories and more in today's update.
Work on Brandon's new outdoor sports complex could begin this summer, the City of Brandon reminds you to get your fire pit permit, Boissevain's new artisans market opens this weekend, and 'ice shoves' on Lake Winnipeg are up to 25 feet high. These stories and more in today's update.
The Assiniboine River in Brandon is expected to peak this week, check with Manitoba Parks to see if your campsite is still open this long weekend, fatal traffic crashes are up so far this year in Manitoba, and Co-ops in Neepawa and Rapid City have fundraising barbecues for Ukrainian refugees this Friday. These stories and more in today's update.
Another weather system could bring 20 to 50 mm of rain to the province, housing sales cooled in April, Brandon's Walk For Alzheimer's will be virtual this month, and Tim Horton's and Justin Bieber continue their collaboration. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon mayor Rick Chrest has delivered his final 'State of the City' address, Premier Heather Stefanson is open to reviewing taxes, fishing season opens tomorrow in southern Manitoba - and the Ukrainian flag will be raised at Brandon City Hall Sunday at 4:00 pm. These stories and more in today's update.
Province issues an upgraded overland flood warning for parts of Manitoba, the swollen Assiniboine River has flooded a pathway at the Brandon Riverbank Discovery Centre, a former Brandon massage therapist gets 4 years in jail for sex assault, and a passenger lands a small plane in Florida after the pilot becomes incapacitated. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon's 'Everyone Eats' food program is winding down, a number campgrounds are closed in Westman due to flooding, MB government wants your feedback on design of new Neepawa Health Centre - and this Sunday you can check out the 'Super Flower Blood Moon' total lunar eclipse. These stories and more in today's update.
Disaster Assistance is now available for those affected by spring flooding, waterlogged fields continue to delay seeding in Westman, some surgical wait times are coming down, and check your pockets or purses as some bogus Toonies have been circulating in Canada. These stories and more in today's update.
Gas prices could jump another 5 cents-a-litre this week and next, Conservative leadership candidate Jean Charest was in Brandon Sunday, Westman Dreams for Kids 'Country Fair' returns in June, and Brandon food vendors can now apply to take part in an upcoming city event at Princess Park. These stories and more in today's update.
Check with Manitoba Parks to see if your campground has been affected by overland flooding, Portage RCMP investigating string of pizza delivery driver robberies, Manitoba Summer Fair tickets go on sale next week - and the federal government has been tracking us through our phones. These stories and more in today's update.
Check with Manitoba Parks to see if your campground has been affected by overland flooding, Portage RCMP investigating string of pizza delivery driver robberies, Manitoba Summer Fair tickets go on sale next week - and the federal government has been tracking us through our phones. These stories and more in today's update.
Koch Fertilizer opens a new administrative building in Brandon, a new youth services space opens in downtown Brandon, the CEO of Maple Leaf Foods is stepping down, Westman may escape serious flooding - and give your yard a rest this month; it's 'No Mow May'. These stories and more in today's update.
City of Brandon wants your opinion on downtown library renos, RCMP say many of the crimes they deal with in Westman decreased in March, and MB's minimum wage will increase in the fall but not enough to get us off the bottom of the pack in Canada. These stories and more in today's update.
You can now sign-up to run for mayor of Brandon, RCMP seized cocaine, meth, modified firearms, ammo and cash in a home in Goodlands, Highway 5A in the Dauphin area is getting $13-million in upgrades, and Brandon's Building Re-Fit Store needs your donations. These stories and more in today's update.
Willowdale Crescent construction resumes today in Brandon, Brandon police seek suspect in a weekend stabbing, Brandon Rotary Club donates $3,600 to help Ukrainian refugees, and many Canadians believe owning a house is now for the rich only. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon to conduct traffic study in the city's southwest, wait lists for surgeries improving but lines growing for ultrasounds and MRI's, if you see wild pigs in your travels report them to MB's new website www.squealonpigsmb.org - and Brandon McDonald's owner Jason Ammar has created a scholarship for a local high school. These stories and more in today's update.
Farmers face seeding delays because of water-logged fields, BU issues apology in connection with soccer coach harassment case, MB natural gas rates are going up 20%, and it's 'TEAL UP Day' in support of military children at CFB Shilo. These stories and more in today's update
Brandon School Division trustees have approved a 5-year capital plan, BU has revealed a plan to support Ukrainian refugees, Brandon police arrested two men this week in two separate assaults, and we're apparently a nation of distracted drivers. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon police will soon be connected to a mobile app to help speed-up investigations, soldiers at CFB Shilo are training this week for deployment to Latvia - and a communal fridge has been installed at Brandon's ACC for students. These stories and more in today's update.
First case of avian influenza found in commercial poultry flock in MB, NDP plan to block MB government bill that'll okay use commercial pesticides - and the Kiwanis Club of Brandon's annual bike auction is this weekend. These stories and more in today's update.
MPI has seen a jump in claims for pothole damage this spring, all 5 people involved in a stabbing near Brandon's downtown skate park in 2020 have now appeared in court, Sunrise Credit Union had a banner year in 2021, and more of us want Canada to break-up with the Windsors. These stories and more in today's update.
MB's flood forecast has been revised and now forecasts moderate flooding in Westman, the government has released its latest education reform plan, MB's inflation rate in March jumped to 7.4%, Brandon police investigating a couple of crashes this week - and Bacardi is suing American Airlines over 6 pallets of missing cognac. These stories and more in today's update.
The popular pumpkin patch in Oak Lake is closing permanently, home sales dropped in Brandon last month but prices were up from February, the feds are offering a loan forgiveness program for graduating doctors and nurses - and discount airline Lynx Air has arrived in Manitoba. These stories and more in today's update.
The Association of Manitoba Municipalities is meeting in Brandon this week, more snow is expected in Brandon, and dinosaurs are coming to the Keystone Centre in June. These stories and more in today's update.
City electoral boundaries, renos at the Park CC and a report from the Brandon Economic Restart Program all on the city council agenda tomorrow, the TRIPP program returns with rebates for vacationing in Manitoba, and Hidden Valley RV Park south of Brandon is adding spaces. These stories and more in today's update.
CAA Manitoba's says we listened to the warnings and cutback on travel during the storm, ACC's Practical Nursing program will be available in Virden in the fall, the province continues to prepare for the arrival of Ukrainian refugees, and a vegan diet might be healthier for your dog than traditional kibble. These stories and more in today's update.
The Mounties decided against widespread highway closures this morning, but say roads could be closed through the day if conditions worsen, Brandon Transit to operate has usual through the storm, and a boost to health-care and tax cuts the big take-aways from the MB government's 2022 Budget. These stories and more in today's update.
Despite heavy snowfall from the blizzard, colder temperatures are expected to keep flooding in check, Portage RCMP continue to investigate the deaths of three people, the Manitoba government's 2022 budget comes down today, and bottles of a rare whisky go on auction in Vancouver this month. These stories and more in today's update.
Manitoba government's 2022 budget Tuesday to include boost in health-care spending, overdose deaths in Manitoba rose in 2021, Portage RCMP investigating suspicious deaths, City of Brandon has declared 2022 'Year of the Garden' - and mushrooms can apparently talk to each other. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon Fire & Emergency Services donates equipment to Ukraine, COVID transmissions increasing in MB, but no plans to bring in restrictions, it's Day 3 of MB camping reservations with the focus on Westman's provincial parks, and the Brandon Home & Leisure Show returns to the Keystone Centre this weekend. These stories and more in today's update.
MB government is spending $15-million to improve conditions at personal care homes, province has expanded eligibility requirements to get a second COVID booster shot, the Portage Diversion and Red River Floodway are to be activated soon, and Killarney is looking at buying an electric Zamboni for the Shamrock Centre. These stories and more in today's update.
Manitoba RCMP are investigating the discovery of human remains last week as a homicide, bones found on Sandy Bay First Nation are not human, CAA Manitoba's Worst Roads survey ends today, and Boissevain's big purple martin tower is to be moved to a new spot. These stories and more in today's update.
Next rounds of MB campsite reservations tomorrow and Friday, Brandon fire department donating helmets to firefighters in Ukraine, a comedy show in Brandon last weekend raised over $10,000 for Habitat for Humanity, and a new multi-sport court project in Brandon getting closer to being built. These stories and more in today's update.
The Royal Manitoba Winter Fair attracted close to 43,000 visitors, Brandon councillor Jeff Fawcett is running for mayor, Safeway workers in Brandon have a new contract, and Manitoba's minimum wage is set to $12.35-an-hour this fall. These stories and more in today's update.
RCMP are investigating the discovery of human remains in the RM of Woodlands, the Park Community Centre board is still waiting for repairs to begin on the aging Brandon building, all Manitoba COVID test sites will close permanently on April 15th - and ahead of next week's federal budget a new poll finds we want something done about the high cost of everything. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon pump prices could jump Friday when Ottawa's new carbon tax takes effect, Brandon police have charged a 42-year-old man with sexual assault, two more rural sites have been added to ACC's nursing program - and the popular Brandon Rotary Club Book Sale is back. These stories and more in today's update.
MB RCMP arrested 20 people and made the largest drug seizure in their history, Brandon police are warning about a new scam falsely claiming to support Ukrainian refugees, and the MB government is providing $900-thousand dollars over three years to Manitoba's 4-H Council. These stories and more in today's update.
The province continues preparing for the influx of Ukrainian refugees, Swan River RCMP searching for suspects in a violent home invasion in Benito, Portage and Crystal City getting new EMS stations, and for two weekends in May get set for Midway Palooza in Brandon. These stories and more in today's update.
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation's 'Debt Clock' made a stop in Brandon, more than half of Canadians polled said they plan to drive less because of high gas prices, Westman Communications Group extends free home-phone long distance for members from Canada to Ukraine until April 30th, and Tuesday's Lotto Max jackpot is still $70-million. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon program offering rebates for sump pump and backwater valve installation opens April 4th, Royal Manitoba Winter Fair cancels pig and calf scrambles, Canada Post asking dog-owners to help reduce delivery worker/dog incidents this spring, and three studies say coffee is actually good for your heart. These stories and more in today's update.
St. John's Ambulance in Manitoba wants to train more of us on how to deal with drug overdoses, Ecole Harrison in Brandon continues its battle against a mouse infestation, electronic drivers licenses and provincial I-D cards could be on the way soon, and would you buy a wedding diamond made from Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning? These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon police conducted mock emergency scenario yesterday, security could be tightened soon at MB legislature, grain shippers want a quick resolution to CP Rail/Teamsters contract dispute, and Killarney has a big St. Patrick's Day celebration planned for Saturday. These stories and more in today's update.
A Lundar, MB man has been arrested on historical sex assault charges, the MB government is working to allow cosmetic pesticides on your lawn again, many provincial minimum wages will be rising to $15.00-an-hour or more soon, and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers have thrown a challenge flag to protest a Liberal party move. These stories and more in today's update.
More of us have fallen behind in paying our Manitoba hydro bills, the cause of a fire that levelled a Brandon apartment building under construction has been deemed 'undetermined', the Tom Bishop Wild West Show returns to the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, and the Stone Soup fundraiser for kids' school meals and snack programs in Manitoba is underway. These stories and more in today's update.
McCain Foods has ended plans to build a production facility in Russia, Brandon's 'Helping Hands' is scheduled to open its 7th Street dining room this month, a private eating disorder clinic in Brandon is closing its doors, and Sunday we spring forward as clocks go ahead one hour for Daylight Saving Time. These stories and more in today's update.
CAA Manitoba's annual 'Worst Roads' campaign is underway, a Brandon man and woman have been arrested in a case allegedly involving cyber-attacks, drugs and the 3D printing of handguns, a petition is circulating against a big hog barn project near Deloraine, and Gambler First Nation's new gas bar and convenience store is open in Brandon. These stories and more in today's update.
No reports of a rise in gas thefts in Brandon, but in Winnipeg someone stole gas from vans belonging to a daycare, Brandon's Aberdeen Avenue will remain a two-way, the Ukrainian Canadian Congress in Manitoba received over 700 applications to host Ukrainian refugees, and we're better at Wordle than the Americans. These stories and more in today's update.
Gas prices keep rising in Brandon, WCG providing members with free home-phone long-distance service from Canada to Ukraine this month, Sunrise Credit Union is donating $50,000 to the Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal Fund, a Portage la Prairie man is in hospital after crashing a snowmobile into some trees, and two more Manitobans are lottery millionaires. These stories and more in today's update.
A rally and march took place Saturday in Brandon in a show of support for the people of Ukraine, Brandon hospital is back to pre-pandemic surgery levels, MB teachers feel it's premature to get rid of mask mandates March 15th, ACC has received accreditation for its business programs - and there's a link between even modest alcohol consumption and brain-shrinkage. These stories and more in today's update.
Gas prices have spiked in Brandon now averaging $1.69.9 per litre, a ceremony to raise the Ukrainian flag at Brandon City Hall is set for Saturday at 5:30 pm, there were some issues depositing MPI's electronic rebate cheques - and Manitoba Ag Days 2022 Innovation Showcase is going ahead online. These stories and more in today's update.
A Brandon Ukrainian grocery store is accepting donations of everything from baby products to body armour for Ukraine, the MB government is proposing changes to how we vote, Brandon and Rivers police officers took the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics - and now you can play the Canadian version of Wordle - Canuckle! These stories and more in today's update.
The investigation into the Brandon apartment building fire last month continues, a 58-year-old man was killed on Monday while moving construction equipment near Treherne, as COVID restrictions are lifted Manitoba doctors advise we should remain cautious, and some space junk is expected to hit the moon on Friday. These stories and more in today's update.
Provincial politicians are back at work today, rising prices are putting big pressures on Manitobans, talks resume between the union for Westman Safeway workers, and if you're waiting for spring the Weather Network says have patience. These stories and more in today's update.
The Provincial Ex is hiring workers for next month's Royal Manitoba Winter Fair in Brandon, BSD is dealing with a $1.2-million deficit, and two events, 'Rink the River' in Souris and Brandon's 'Coldest Night of the Year' sponsored by Q Country and Star FM, were super successful this past weekend. These stories and more in today's update.
All the snow means most of Manitoba could be de-listed soon as a drought zone, there's a gathering planned for 6:00 pm tonight (Feb 25) at Brandon City Hall to show support for the people of Ukraine, the Coldest Night of Year fundraising walk for Samaritan House goes tomorrow in Brandon, and a hockey tourney will be held in Souris to raise money for a new dog park. These stories and more in today's update.
Icy Trans-Canada has everyone going west stuck at Virden, only 13-percent of $3.5-million in MB COVID health order fines have been paid, Boissevain needs volunteers for the U-11 provincial hockey tourney next month, and if you're tired of winter, how about a sail aboard the world's biggest cruise ship? These stories and more in today's update.
Snowmobile crashes in Manitoba are on the rise, no cause revealed yet in the Brandon apartment building fire last week, more in-person visits have been allowed this week at personal care homes and hospitals in Westman, and tickets are now on sale for next month's Royal Manitoba Winter Fair. These stories and more in today's update.
A fundraiser to benefit Brandon's Samaritan House shelter is this weekend, a new mobile crisis team has been launched by the Southern Chiefs’ Organization, preparations have started for work to begin next month on Brandon's new Daily Overpass, and many of us are saying it's time to cutback on the credit cards. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon mayor Rick Chrest will not seek a third term, the cause of a fire in Brandon Thursday is still under investigation, Westman municipalities receiving funding to help prevent natural disasters, Brandon police are looking for those responsible for a vandalism spree, and it's 'Winter Family Fishing Weekend.' These stories and more in today's update.
An Extreme Cold Warning in effect for Brandon again, a public hearing goes tonight into converting Aberdeen Avenue to a one-way, an Alberta man faces charges after Brandon police seized 2.5-kilos of cocaine, and your doctor can now prescribe a dose of 'nature'. These stories and more in today's update.
While Manitoba goes slower to lift COVID mandates; Saskatchewan and Alberta are going full speed ahead, you can have your say in where Brandon's headed in a new online survey, and a new report says grocery store thefts are on the rise. These stories and more in today's update.
New relaxed COVID public health orders are in effect today until February 22nd, WestJet is blaming the federal government for another round of flight cancellations, the Canadian Center for Child Protection says there’s been an increase in the online victimization of youth, and you can 'Honk for Freedom' in Westman - but in Ottawa, a judge has slapped an injunction on the truckers. These stories and more in today's update.
'Freedom Truckers' rolled through Brandon Saturday, construction on Brandon's new Day overpass to begin soon, BSD to receive almost $57-million in education funding, and a Manitoba Metis beader is headed to Paris Fashion Week. These stories and more in today's update.
A Manitoba ICU doctor cautions COVID health orders must be relaxed slowly, the chemotherapy unit at Russell Health Centre will be expanded, milk prices are up as dairy farmers get more money to cover increased costs and Brandon's Humane Society had a bump in donations last month thanks to the Betty White Challenge. These stories and more in today's update.
A Brandon business has been fined $5,000 for disobeying mask mandates, Brandon is hiring 4 additional firefighter-paramedics, Portage-Lisgar MP Candice Bergen voted Conservative party's interim leader, and a number of local businesses are among the Forbes Top 50 best places to work. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon police have rounded up 16 people in connection with alleged trafficking in stolen property, new poll finds 4-in10 Manitobans are beginning to lose confidence COVID vaccines prevent illness, your MPI rebate cheque should be arriving soon, and the Canadian cannabis sector is making 'bank'. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon police searching for suspect involved in the torture of a man last week, Borderland MLA, Josh Guenter, punished by premier over his support of freedom truckers, new poll found a majority of us want enforced COVID measures removed, and it's free to enter Westman's provincial parks all February. These stories and more in today's update.
Samaritan House 'Coldest Night of the Year' fundraiser coming up February 26th, Brandon's property tax increase this year will cost you an average of $36, Manitoba's COVID health orders in place for another week - and the truckers' protest continues in Ottawa. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon councillors are going over the 2022 budget this weekend which proposes a 6.9% property tax increase, MPI says SUV's are the fave target of catalytic converter thieves, Sunrise Credit Union to close Oakburn branch, and depending on the question asked you're going to see some different results from various polls around the country regarding the truckers' "Freedom Convoy". These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon School Division has ordered more modular classrooms, the shortage feed is getting critical for Westman ranchers, autopsies are underway on the bodies of four people found dead near Emerson last week, and have the sidewalks been cleared in your Brandon neighbourhood - In Winnipeg, those who use wheelchairs say crews could do a better job. These stories and more in today's update.
Manitoba Ag Days has cancelled the event for this year, there's a new scam warning from Canada Border Services, if you heat your home with natural gas it'll be cheaper soon, and Valleyview Co-op will move into a new facility in Virden next year. These stories and more in today's update.
Several business groups have come out in favour of the truckers protest, a new poll has found 67% of Canadians want tougher restrictions on the unvaccinated, extreme cold warning again in Brandon today then a daytime high of Plus 1 Wednesday, and hugging a dog overnight through a snowstorm saved a little Russian girl's life. These stories and more in today's update.
A trucker COVID vaccine mandate protest convoy rolls through Brandon Tuesday headed to Ottawa, Brandon police made a couple of arrests in an alleged break-in Sunday, Dauphin Co-op to end single-use plastic bags February 1st, and should more snow fences be installed in Brandon to help ease drifting on our streets. These stories and more in today's update.
Four people died near Emerson trying to cross into the U-S and a Florida man has been charged with human smuggling, classes in a Dauphin high school are being reorganized after a air handling system conked out, the Canadian Red Cross is ending swimming lessons - and nominations are still open for the BMO Farm Family Awards for March's Royal Manitoba Winter Fair. These stories and more in today's update.
65-year-old Brandon man, Robert Hughes, finds out in May how many years he'll serve before he can apply for parole for killing his wife, changes have been made to E-R services in Boissevain and Deloraine for this weekend, and a new poll found support for COVID lockdowns is wearing very thin. These stories and more in today's update.
Organizers are aiming for March to hold Manitoba Ag Days, there's a warning about a respiratory virus affecting young children, MB premier Heather Stefanson has shuffled her cabinet, and a Hamiota man has taken 'hockey dad' to the next level. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon high schoolers did not walk-out Monday to demand further COVID measures in schools, MB premier Heather Stefanson's approval rating is last among Canada's premiers, and we may complain about rent prices in Brandon, but in cities like Vancouver and Toronto costs have skyrocketed . These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon students returned to their classrooms today, the Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba fundraising to pay off its mortgage on the historic Dome Building, it should be easier this year to make camping reservations at Westman's provincial parks - and Manitoba-distilled Crown Royale has won Canadian Whisky of the Year. These stories and more in today's update.
Brandon's 2022 budget calls for a 6.9% property tax increase, Brandon Keystone Centre posted a modest surplus in 2021, you'll no longer receive COVID contact tracing notifications from your children's schools, and Brandon police arrested 4 people to end a drug trafficking investigation. These stories and more in today's update.
BSD working on a remote-learning option for kindergarten to Grade 8 students, health orders have forced Manitoba Potato Production Days to cancel in Brandon this month, no 'unvaxxed tax' in Manitoba just yet, Brandon liquor stores to start charging for paper bags next month, and a Dauphin Beach man hit it big on the lottery. These stories and more in today's update.