Category Archives: News
Virden to dedicate bridge in memory of slain RCMP officer Dennis Onofrey next month
On June 2, 2024 at 2:00 pm, the community of Virden will come together to dedicate the 7th Avenue North bridge in honour of Constable Dennis A. Onofrey, Regimental No. 32104. Through the Investing in ...
May 24, 2024 Image - RCMP Constable Dennis Onofrey (1950-1978)
Province issues Overland Flood Warning for Southern Manitoba and Interlake
Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure's Hydrologic Forecast Centre is advising Manitobans to take precautions as much of southern Manitoba and the Interlake region of the province could get betwe...
May 23, 2024 Image - Government of Manitoba
Brandon McDonald's in Top 5 across Manitoba for McHappy Day fundraising
The numbers are in and local Brandon franchisee Jason Ammar was one of the Top-5 fundraisers across Manitoba on McHappy Day. Thanks to their efforts, and with the help of Canadians from every corner o...
May 23, 2024 Image - McDonald's Canada
Rainfall Warning in effect for Brandon, Carberry, Neepawa, Treherne - Environment Canada
Environment Canada has issued a Rainfall Warning for the Brandon region including Carberry, Neepawa and Treherne. The rain, beginning Thursday night through Saturday afternoon, can be heavy at times w...
May 23, 2024 chaoss / Depositphotos.com
'Bee-U' project at Brandon University buzzes into third season
There are busy bees in the hives atop Brandon University. The urban honeybee research project known as Bee U doubled in size last season, and brought in more than twice as much honey, despite challeng...
May 23, 2024 Image - The "honeycomb crew" working on Bee U include, from left, Dr. Deanna Smid, beekeeper Mike Clark, and Grant Hamilton
'Salamander Summer Music Festival' is returning to Brandon's Rideau Park this July
Brandon's 'Salamander Summer Music Festival' will be back for a second year this July 19th - 21st at Rideau Park. Right now, organizers are looking for volunteers, and you can apply at salamandervolun...
May 23, 2024 Image - Salamander Summer Music Festival - Facebook
City of Brandon garbage and recycling schedule back on track next week
The City of Brandon refuse and recycling collection schedule will be back to normal next week. On your collection day, you can resume placing all three of your bins out for pickup. Please only place y...
May 23, 2024 Image - City of Brandon
Assiniboine Community College introducing students to popular agriculture & environment programs today
A field day for high school students is being held at Assiniboine Community College's North Hill Campus in Brandon today with the focus on the college's agriculture and environment programs. "It's imp...
May 23, 2024 Image - ACC North Hill campus - Assiniboine Community College
MB RCMP reminds you to stay safe out on the water during 'Safe Boating Awareness Week'
Warmer weather is fast approaching, which means the start of boating season for many Manitobans. The RCMP would like to remind everyone the importance of safety and preparedness before heading out ont...
May 23, 2024 Image - Manitoba RCMP
Westman Communications Group donates $10,000 to tree-planting initiative
Westman Communications Group (WCG) has announced a donation of $10,000 to the Assiniboine West Watershed District (AWWD). The donation was a part of WCG's initiative to offer its annual report in a di...
May 22, 2024 Image - Submitted
