Category Archives: News

News - Friday, May 1, 2026
Brandon's mayoral race is taking shape, with Len Isleifson entering the race and emphasizing "purposeful growth" and clearer longterm planning. Mayor Jeff Fawcett says his focus remains on ongoing cit...
Frank McGwire May 01, 2026 Pattison Media

Brandon location among first group of property controls to be challenged by Province
The provincial government is preparing to bring four cases against property controls to the Municipal Board, and one of those cases revolves around a location in Brandon. 1645 18th Street in Brandon i...
Rob Mahon Apr 30, 2026 Photo by Rob Mahon

Applications open for downtown art grant
As spring gradually comes into effect and more people begin walking outdoors, Brandon's downtown is hoping for more displays of artistry for those walking or driving through downtown to enjoy. Downtow...
Rob Mahon Apr 30, 2026 Image - brandontourism.com

Brandon Police Service Media Release April 30
Arrest Warrants In the past 24 hours seven individuals were arrested on the strength of their Warrants for Arrest. Five were held in Brandon Police Service (BPS) detention cells for court in the morni...
Rob Mahon Apr 30, 2026 Image - Brandon Police Service

Sports Shorts April 30
The Pittsburgh Penguins luck finally ran out as the Philadelphia Flyers beat them in overtime to win both game six and the series. Elkhorn's Travis Sanheim and former Brandon Wheat King Carson Bjarnas...
Rob Mahon Apr 30, 2026 Ethan Young skated in his first WHL games with the Wheat Kings in 2025-26. (Photo by Evan Morud)

News - Thursday, April 30, 2026
Municipal Election: Candidate registration for the 2026 municipal election opens Friday for anyone running for mayor. The City of Brandon has launched brandon.ca/votes, offering details for voters and...
Frank McGwire Apr 30, 2026 Pattison Media

Candidate Registration Opens May 1 for Brandon's 2026 Municipal Election
Brandon's next general municipal election is set for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, and the first key date in the campaign calendar arrives this week. The campaign registration period for mayoral candid...
Frank McGwire Apr 30, 2026

Young channels record-breaking season into motivation for massive offseason
The last twelve months have been a whirlwind for Ethan Young, and before he knew it, the Regina-born defenseman was the voice of experience. That experience has come quickly after a year in which he a...
Rob Mahon Apr 29, 2026 Ethan Young's remarkable season included his first WHL games (and first WHL point) with the Brandon Wheat Kings. (Photo by Evan Morud)

News - Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Province Eyes BillionDollar Fines for Tech Giants Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says major tech companies that fail to comply with the province's planned ban on social media and AI use for kids under 16 ...
Frank McGwire Apr 29, 2026 Pattison Media

Sports Shorts April 29
Jaxon Jacobson picked up an assist, but Canada fell 4-2 to Sweden in the quarter finals of the World Under-18 Hockey Championships and are eliminated from the tournament. Despite playing just three ga...
Rob Mahon Apr 29, 2026 Image - id-153164464-ronniechua-dreamstimecom.jpg












