Author Archives: Rob Mahon
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 ...
Oct 22, 2024
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...
Oct 22, 2024
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...
Oct 21, 2024
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 ...
Oct 21, 2024
Dauphin RCMP seize drugs after traffic stop
Two men and a woman from Ebb and Flow First Nation face drug and weapon-related charges after a traffic stop by Dauphin RCMP on October 18. According to police, they conducted a traffic stop on a vehi...
Oct 21, 2024
Undermanned Wheat Kings rally together to beat Seattle
A severely undermanned Wheat Kings' squad faced a tough test on home ice against the Seattle Thunderbirds. Young players and veterans alike answered the challenge emphatically. Nolan Flamand had a thr...
Oct 18, 2024
In The Field: Brandon Wheat Kings Blog October 17
Growing up, my mother had a number of superstitions that she inherited from her mother. Don't pass someone going up the stairs as you go down, don't cross knives on a plate, in addition to the more co...
Oct 17, 2024
RCMP charge Portage man after illegal bison hunt
What appears to be a strange hoax has led to the arrest of a 52-year-old Portage la Prairie man who now faces multiple charges related to theft and mischief. According to an RCMP release, on October 1...
Oct 17, 2024
Wheat Kings snap losing skid, double up on Chiefs
A see-saw battle with an unfamiliar, highly skilled opponent tilted the Wheat Kings' way for good in the third period against the Spokane Chiefs. They didn't exactly take the easy route to the win, ho...
Oct 16, 2024
Wheat Kings comeback runs out of time in Lethbridge
An undermanned Brandon Wheat Kings squad showed no quit and no fear against the Lethbridge Hurricanes. Their effort, however, wasn't rewarded with much luck. Nolan Flamand scored twice, and Marcus Ngu...
Oct 12, 2024
