Category Archives: News
Student suspensions are up in Brandon School Division
There were a total of 197 student suspensions in Brandon schools in the first semester this year - a rise of 17 suspensions, or a 9.4% increase from the same period last year. The Brandon Sun reports ...
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MB government making it easier for former nurses to come back to work
The Manitoba government says it's working with three nursing regulatory colleges to create a streamlined path for former nurses to return to work. Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asa...
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Brandon Police Service media release - February 28th
On February 27th at 11:16 am, Brandon police were called to a disturbance in the 200 block of 18th Street North. A 22-year-old female was arrested as she had an outstanding warrant for failing to atte...
Feb 28, 2024 Image - Brandon Police Service
Warmer than normal spring coming - but brace for 'profound moods swings' - Weather Network
The Weather Network has released its spring outlook and says most Canadians can look forward to a warmer-than-normal spring - but we should brace for "profound mood swings." It says El Nino conditions...
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Manitoba Pork makes a $75,000 donation to Agriculture in the Classroom
Agriculture in the Classroom-Manitoba announced in a media release that "Manitoba Pork, on behalf of hog farmers across the province, has made a strong commitment to the future of agriculture through ...
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Canada Border Services makes huge cocaine seizure at Winnipeg airport
Canada Border Services has made the largest seizure of narcotics at an airport on the Prairies - almost 75 kilos of cocaine was discovered at Winnipeg's Richardson International Airport. In a news rel...
Feb 28, 2024 Image - Canada Border Services Agency
Brandon's Keystone Centre now more accessible for those with sensory sensitivities
Brandon's Keystone Centre has moved forward to help those with sensory needs attend events at the venue. American non-profit group, KultureCity, has trained Keystone Centre staff to recognize people e...
Feb 28, 2024 Image - KultureCity kit - Keystone Centre - Submitted
MB government makes new appointments to board of Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation
The Manitoba government has appointed a new chair, vice-chair and directors to the board of Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC). Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced Tuesday, "Ag...
Feb 28, 2024 Image - Government of Manitoba
MB government approves additional funding to meet health-system staffing shortfall
The Manitoba government has approved $710-million in emergency funds through a "special warrant" to deal with staffing shortages in the health-care system. Finance Minister Adrien Sala said Tuesday, "...
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Brandon Police Service media release - February 27th
On February 26th, Brandon police attended to Brandon Correctional Center to arrest an 18-year-old male who had an outstanding warrant for failing to comply with a court order. He will appear in court ...
Feb 27, 2024 Image - Brandon Police Service
