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Brandon Police Service Media Release - May 21st
Information in our news releases may relate to issues of violence or trauma, which could be distressing for some individuals. Be mindful of your well-being and consider whether or not engaging with this content is appropriate for you. Arrest Warrant On May 20th at 10:11AM a 38-year-old male turned himself into BPS (Bra...
1h ago

City of Brandon lists options for paying this year's property taxes
The City of Brandon's Finance Department reminds all property owners that 2025 property taxes are due by Mon, June 30, 2025, at 5 p.m. Tax bills have been mailed and should arrive in mailboxes by the end of this week. Each mailing includes details on the 2025 municipal budget, property tax information, and the new prov...
1h ago

News Headlines - Wednesday, May 21st
Some people forced from their homes by wildfires in the RM of Alexander in eastern Manitoba are being allowed to return home, but they face a two-hour evacuation notice, if necessary. The Lac du Bonnet fire is being held, while the Nopiming fire is still out of control. It's destroyed 20 cabins and homes and 19 seasona...
1h ago

Dauphin RCMP investigating after woman dies in rollover
A 59-year-old woman from Ochre River has died in a single-vehicle rollover, according to a release from Dauphin RCMP. Police said they got a report of an iPhone crash notification on May 16 at around 11:45 PM. The crash notification was within a short radius of Highway 5, near Ochre River. A short time later, they rece...
20h ago

Brandon Police Service Media Release May 20
Obstructs Traffic On May 19th at 9:50AM a male was observed walking on 18th St North wandering in both lanes of traffic with a blanket over his head. Police arrested the 35-year-old male to prevent the continuation of dangerous behavior. The male was held in detention cells to be released with a ticket. Breach of Proba...
23h ago

Road work begins this week on the rest of Brandon's 18th Street - downtown hydration stations up and running
18th Street Construction: Weather permitting, construction on the northbound lane of 18th Street will begin from Aberdeen Avenue on Tuesday, May 20. Please be mindful of reduced speed limits, equipment, and workers in the area. The project will be completed in four stages and includes minor concrete curb repairs, milli...
May 20, 2025