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Advance Voting in Manitoba continues until Sept. 30th
Manitoba voters can still vote in advance until Saturday, Sept. 30. After four days of advance voting, approximately 107,149 Manitobans have cast their ballots in the 2023 provincial general election....
Harry Callaghan Sep 27, 2023

BPS investigating 12th Street break-in, and arrested a man for allegedly breaking a window at a 1st Street business
On September 10, 2023, Brandon police received a report of a male who threw a rock at a business window in the 500 block of 1st Street, causing it to break. Security footage of the male assisted polic...
Harry Callaghan Sep 27, 2023

Huge $68-million Lotto 6/49 jackpot guaranteed to be handed out Wednesday
Canada will have a brand-new lottery millionaire on Wednesday night. A media release says “The LOTTO 6/49 Gold Ball Jackpot has grown to an amazing $68 million, setting a record for the game. Wh...
Harry Callaghan Sep 27, 2023

Island Lake RCMP rescued pilot after light plane crashed near Red Sucker Lake
On September 24, 2023, at approximately 1:00 pm, Island Lake RCMP received a report of a plane crash, a short distance from Red Sucker Lake airport. A plane passing over, noticed the downed plane and ...
Harry Callaghan Sep 27, 2023

Manitoba’s police watchdog releases details about two investigations involving Brandon police
In a release sent out Tuesday (Sept 26), The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU) said it’s investigating the circumstances surrounding the arrest of a male in Brandon on Sept. 24. &...
Harry Callaghan Sep 27, 2023

Manitoba’s main party leaders pledged support for Brandon ACC’s Prairie Innovation Centre at debate on Tuesday
During a Chamber of Commerce breakfast debate in Brandon on Tuesday (Sept 26), Manitoba’s three main political party leaders – the Progressive Conservatives Heather Stefanson, NDP Leader W...
Harry Callaghan Sep 27, 2023

MPI tables enhanced offer after 4 days of conciliation talks to try and end workers strike
In a media release Tuesday (Sept 26), Manitoba Public Insurance said, “Following four days of conciliation with the Manitoba Government and General Employees' Union (MGEU), the conciliator urged...
Harry Callaghan Sep 27, 2023

Brandon police looking for a stolen moped, and a woman was arrested after reportedly climbing a construction crane
On September 25, 2023, Brandon police responded to a report of the theft of a moped which was parked in the 000 block of 10th Street. The moped is described as a 2009 red Honda Ruckus. Anyone with inf...
Harry Callaghan Sep 26, 2023

Edwards School at Assiniboine emulates Russ Edwards’ love of the land, represents leadership in ag innovation
Assiniboine Community College unveiled the new brand of the Russ Edwards School of Agriculture & Environment today, alongside Edwards and family, Edwards School staff and students, and agriculture...
Harry Callaghan Sep 26, 2023

Brandon University marks Truth and Reconciliation Week
A week of events, including movies, music, art and discussions, are being planned to mark Truth and Reconciliation Week at Brandon University (BU). The week is a time to reflect on the harm done by Ca...
Harry Callaghan Sep 26, 2023











