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Two men from Peguis Frist are facing drug and weapon charges after Fisher Branch RCMP executed a search warrant.
On May 20, a search of the home recovered cocaine, a firearm, drug paraphernalia, and a large sum of money.
A 56-year-old and a 34-year-old, both from Peguis First Nation were arrested on the scene.
The men are set to be in court in Peguis on September 15, 2020.
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Crisis lines to help those affected by domestic and family violence in Manitoba will now be introducing a new texting option.
Executive director of the Parkland Crisis Centre (PCC) Kari Prawdzik says the texting options give Manitobans a more discreet way to find support when family violence makes the home no longer safe.
Support resources can be accessed by texting (204)-792-5302 or (204)-805-6682.
The Parkland Crisis Centre executive director also wants the public to know they are still open, but have suspended walk-in counselling for the time being.
“The Parkland Crisis Centre is open, however, we are still abiding the COVID-19 provincial requirements. We are doing all we can to keep everyone safe while in our centre.”
Prawdzik is still unsure when in-person services will resume, but says anyone needing domestic abuse counselling or information at this time can call the Centre anytime at (204)-638-9484.
The province has more information online for Manitobans here, and also have a toll-free crisis line at 1-877-977-0007.
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Crews continue to fight a number of fires in Northwest Manitoba that initially began on Sunday.
An official with the Manitoba Wildfire Program tells CKDM an area up to 10,000 hectares has been affected by the blaze — covering a large area to the west, south, and north of Camperville and Pine Creek First Nation.
The effort to extinguish the fire is being challenged by high winds, as well as dry and hot weather conditions.
Early on Wednesday afternoon, Pine Creek First Nation Chief Karen Batson announced a State of Emergency.
Fire crews are using all available resources, including helicopters, specialty sprinkler kits, and water bombers stationed out of Swan River.
"We really do appreciate it because we need all the help we can get right now.”
Director of the province’s Wildfire Program David Schafer is reminding the public to know their role in reducing the risk of fire.
“It is extremely dry and windy. These fires, in the spring particularly, move faster than normal. So whatever people can do to limit their activities — don’t do any open burning — and be careful with everything. We really do appreciate it because we need all the help we can get right now.”
Manitoba Conservation and Climate reports the current risk of wildfire is high across southern and central regions of the province.
The province is now suspending all provincial burn permits issued under The Wildfires Act within the burning permit area.
Several municipalities have also followed suit and are issuing fire bans - including Mossey River, Ethelbert, and the RM of Lakeshore.
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The RM of Lakeshore announced a fire ban today.
Effective immediately, fires of any kind including burning grass, leaves, crop residue, bushes, pit fires, burning barrels, and lighting fireworks are not allowed.
As well, all fire permits will be suspended within the rural municipality of Lakeshore.
No new fire permits will be issued until further notice.
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No new cases have been announced in today’s COVID-19 update.
The total number of cases remains at 290, and the number of deaths remains at 7. Right now Manitoba has 23 active cases, and 260 people are listed as recovered.
It was announced today that Phase 2 of the reopening plan can now be implemented.
As of Friday, May 22, the limit on gathering size will increase to no more than 25 people for indoor premises and 50 for outdoor areas. The previous Public Health order permitted no more than 10 people.
Other changes such as an expansion of the types of businesses that can reopen are being discussed and more details will be announced in the coming weeks.
In addition, work is underway to allow limited, outdoor visitation at personal care homes.
Families will be contacted directly with information regarding the start date, locations and hours for visitation.
For the most up to date information, visit Manitoba.ca/covid19.
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Pine Creek First Nation Chief Karen Batson has announced a State of Emergency as the community faces ongoing wildfires.
CKDM has received reports that fire crews are still working to contain fires in the Pine Creek area, while fires in the Camperville area are thought to be mostly extinguished.
Wildfires began Sunday afternoon and forced the evacuation of over 100 people from their homes. The majority of evacuees are expected to have returned home at this time.
The State of Emergency means the community will be able to bring in more resources to help during this time of crisis.
More details to follow.
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Today Premier Brian Pallister announced $10 million in grants to support 344 projects for community development projects.
This will support an investment of over $28 million in a wide variety of community projects, ranging from playground upgrades, community building repairs, accessibility upgrades, sports equipment and outdoor amenities like nature trails.
Pallister says “these grants will help give community organizations a much-needed boost during this unprecedented time and this investment is another way our government is helping rebuild Manitoba’s economy.”
The Manitoba government is also boosting this year’s investment by 25 percent in the Building Sustainable Communities program.
Specific projects will be announced in the coming days and weeks.
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Fourteen organizations in Western Manitoba will be receiving new funding from Sunrise Credit Union, with some of them in the Parkland.
These community organizations will get grants valued at more than $42,000 through the Helping People of Sunrise Program- which was announced late last month.
The following organizations will receive program funding:
The Shoal Lake & Area Food Bank will receive $1,000 worth of products from J & P Groceries and Shoal Lake Bigway Foods to help fill food hampers.
The Elphinstone Lions Club received $400 towards maintenance and upkeep of the Lions Park and Campground, which is temporarily housing out-of-area workers.
The Minnedosa and Area Food Bank received $3,200 worth of product from Heritage Co-op and Kim’s Quality to help with a program to supply nutritious breakfast options for children.
The Y.W.C.A. in Brandon received $4,000 worth of product from Heritage Co, which will allow the Y.W.C.A. to purchase groceries for the residents of Meredith Place.
The Helping Hands Centre of Brandon received over $1,000 worth of that will help the organization order takeout supplies from Ace Kitchen Supplies and acquire chicken from the Souris River Hutterite Colony – JK Meats.
For more information, and a full list of grant recipients, click here.
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A Sandy Bay First Nation Man is wanted by police after a high-speed chase last weekend.
On May 9, at around 7:00 p.m., Manitoba First Nations Police pursued a driver after he refused a traffic stop.
The suspect fled the vehicle, and a search of the truck located a .22 calibre bolt action rifle, .22 calibre ammunition, 5 shotgun shells, drug paraphernalia, and 2 bags of methamphetamine.
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Victor Chad Levasseur.
The investigation continues.
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The daily COVID update from public health officials on Tuesday listed no new cases of the virus.
26 cases are considered active; one person is in hospital and is not in intensive care.
There have been a total of 290 confirmed and probable cases in Manitoba, and a total of 7 deaths.
There have been 26 confirmed cases in the Prairie Mountain Health region.
Manitobans experiencing cold- or flu-like symptoms no longer require a referral from Health Links to get tested, and are encouraged to use the online screening tool to determine if you meet the testing criteria.
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Thompson RCMP charged 8 people for non-essential travel over the May long weekend.
One person from Dauphin and 7 from Winnipeg were fined $486 for travel over the 53rd parallel of latitude.
Those that were charged say they were visiting friends or family, and knew about travel restrictions but chose to ignore them.
The RCMP would like to thank those who continue to adhere to the Public Health Orders for their continued support and cooperation.
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