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Brandon sets heat record Monday, breaking old one set over 100 years ago
The City of Brandon smashed a 127-year-old heat record on Monday when the daytime high hit 24.9 C. The previous high in the Wheat City was 22.8 C set in 1897. Several other communities around the prov...
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Brandon Police need your help tracking down abandoned puppies owner
In a social media post today, the Brandon Police Service (BPS) says it's "currently looking for the publics' assistance in locating the owners of five puppies that were found this morning abandoned in...
Q Country 91.5 FM Oct 22, 2024 Image - Brandon Police Service

McQueen named to prospect's game roster, unable to participate
It's a bittersweet day for Roger McQueen and the Brandon Wheat Kings. On the one hand, the CHL named him among their best prospects for the coming NHL entry draft. On the other hand, he won't be able ...
Rob Mahon Oct 22, 2024 Could Roger McQueen be back to his goalscorer's ways soon? (photo by Scramble Studio)

Manitoba to restore 1:1 apprenticeship ratio
A return to an older system is on the way for Manitoban trade workers, effective before the end of this month. The provincial government announced today they would be restoring the 1-to-1 ratio of app...
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Brandon Police Service Media Release - Oct 22nd
Information in our news releases may relate to issues of violence or trauma, which could be distressing for some individuals. Be mindful of your well-being and consider whether or not engaging with th...
Q Country 91.5 FM Oct 22, 2024 Image - Brandon Police Service

News Headlines
Manitoba Ag Ex begins Wednesday (Oct 23) at Brandon's Keystone Centre. The all-breeds cattle show attracts exhibitors and visitors from Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. Ag Ex, which runs until Sat...
Q Country 91.5 FM Oct 22, 2024

Brandon listed as a gateway city for agritourism corridor project
Destination Canada recently announced the launch of Field to Fork, a Saskatchewan-Manitoba agritourism project, which will include the city of Brandon and surrounding area. Field to Fork is part of th...
Q Country 91.5 FM Oct 21, 2024 Image - Submitted

BRHC Emergency Department ramp construction will limit traffic flow
The Brandon Regional Health Centre (BRHC) Emergency Department exit ramp will be down to one lane only for vehicles and ambulances leaving this area beginning Tuesday, October 22. There will be no par...
Q Country 91.5 FM Oct 21, 2024 Image - Submitted

Province to help fund CCTV cameras in Dauphin
In a move they say will enhance community safety, the provincial government announced today they were helping fund 15 more CCTV cameras in the city of Dauphin. According to a provincial release, the m...
Rob Mahon Oct 21, 2024 Image - photo-56221236-ipeema-dreamstimecom.jpg

Province announces new regulations for busses
Starting November 1, busses in Manitoba will need to have working heating systems and some will be required to undergo daily maintenance checks. The Province announced today the new regulations would ...
Rob Mahon Oct 21, 2024 Image - Brandon Transit Bus - City of Brandon











