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The Dauphin Fire Department responded to a grass and brush fire Saturday afternoon around 1, 2 miles north of Valley River.
Upon arrival, firefighters were told of a couple of old sheds involved in the fire.
After working tirelessly for about 3 hours, the fire was brought under control and any hot spots were extinguished to prevent a rekindle.
The DFD is reminding the public that residents of the RM of Dauphin require burn permits, available from the RM of Dauphin, for any open fires and to be aware of the weather and wind conditions before lighting any fires.
Proper fire guards are also required to be in place and all open fires fall under the provisions of The Wildfires Act & Manitoba Burning of Crop Residue Regulations.
Any person found negligent of the Act & Regulations or the RM of Dauphin’s Burning By-Law No. 3002, is liable for each offence consisting of a penalty and shall pay the actual costs incurred.
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It’s time to recognize and celebrate the important role of nurses in the healthcare system.
It’s National Nursing Week, and this year's theme is ‘A Voice to Lead — Nursing the World to Health’.
Now more than ever, we can see that nurses play an integral part in addressing a wide range of health challenges.
Canadian Nurses Association president Claire Betket says “National Nursing Week is a great opportunity to recognize the leadership role of all regulated nurses in Canada.”
To help raise awareness and join the conversation, follow the Canadian Nurses Association on social media and share your story or message of support using #CNA2020 #IND2020 #Nurses2020 #NationalNursingWeek #SupportNursesandMidwives #YearoftheNurseandMidwife #YearoftheNurse.
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As part of their 25th anniversary of doing business in the Parkland, Dean Cooley GM in Dauphin has decided to give back.
The dealership presented a cheque on Saturday evening for $25,000 to the Dauphin and District Community Foundation, with the funds being directed to support healthcare.
General Manager Dean Cooley says the big donation has been in the works for a number of years.
He says there were some questions about whether this was the right time to make the donation, with business in the Parkland facing challenges due to COVID-19. “But at the same time, the community is looking for the support of one another. We concluded this was the perfect time to make a donation like this — to show Dauphin and the Parkland how much we appreciate their support over the last 25 years — and to direct the funds to healthcare, just makes a lot of sense right now.”
"We concluded this was the perfect time to make a donation like this — to show Dauphin and the Parkland how much we appreciate their support over the last 25 years."
Other events planned for Dean Cooley GM’s 25th anniversary have been put on hold until there’s a safer way to celebrate with staff and customers.
Cooley is thanking his customers for their support over the 25 years of doing business in the Parkland. He also wanted to recognize his employees — some of whom have been there from the very start.
“We’re pretty lucky to have the employees that we do.”
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The three new coronavirus cases identified by public health officials has brought Manitoba's total to 287.
There are 4 people in the hospital with one in intensive care.
Officials are reporting 33 active cases and 247 recoveries.
641 lab tests were done yesterday bringing the total number of tests to 30, 647 since early February.
The province is lifting the one-month supply limit for prescription drugs starting tomorrow. That means Manitobans who have long-term prescriptions can fill them as per the prescriber's directions up to a three-month supply as long as they aren't affected by shortages.
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There were no new cases of COVID-19 identified by Manitoba health officials today.
The number of lab-confirmed and probable cases remains at 284. The number of deaths remains at 7.
There are 30 active cases in the province. Out of four people in hospital, none are in intensive care.
Since yesterday, there were 682 laboratory tests performed in Manitoba.
The Prairie Mountain Health region has had 22 cases identified since the beginning of the pandemic.
Starting Monday, May 11th, the Manitoba government is lifting the one-month supply limit on prescription drugs — if the drug is not affected by shortages.
For the latest updates from the Manitoba government, click here.
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The 2020 State Of The City address is taking place next Tuesday, but it will be delivered a little differently this year.
The address will be live-streamed on the Dauphin and District Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.
Dauphin Chamber of Commerce executive director, Stephen Chychota says that mayor Allen Dowhan will be presenting the current and future state of the city, alongside a special guest.
“We are going to have a Livestream, go through our annual state of the city address hosted by the chamber of commerce. There, everyone can view and hear the Mayor’s announcement. We also have Chuck Davidson, President and CEO for the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce coming on and doing a presentation for us as well.”
With the annual lunch postponed due to COVID-19, Chychota encourages everyone to order from their favourite local restaurant and enjoy the event.
To take part in the Livestream, you must register as ‘going’ on the Chamber Facebook page.
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Manitoba is speeding up funding to municipalities to help with the economic challenges of COVID-19.
Municipal Relations Minister Rochelle Squires says the government is committed to getting a large portion of funding to municipalities as soon as possible.
City Manager Sharla Griffiths says it’s great to see the province commit to funding.
“It was great to see that the province values municipalities and our funding. We are not allowed to run deficits, so if the province had cut that funding after our budget was set, we would have to make up that funding somewhere else. So it’s great to have their commitment.”
The province is flowing 75 percent of its municipal operating grants directly to municipalities, with the remainder to be provided in the fall.
This builds on the province’s earlier commitment to maintaining funding levels to municipalities as promised in Budget 2020.
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If you’re interested in applying at Assiniboine Community College (ACC), information sessions will now be conducted online.
Assiniboine’s recruitment team is usually on the road this time of year, providing in-person information. But with physical distancing restriction still in place in Manitoba, ACC recruiters will be connecting with prospective students from a distance — either by phone, emails, and an online webinar format.
Gabe Mercier is Director of Assiniboine’s Parkland Campus, and believes the virtual tours will be useful for prospective students who live outside of Dauphin.
“They can learn about our programming, campus life, and what we have available at the Parkland campus, without [physically] having to come on campus.”
The next virtual information session will be on the Assiniboine website, Monday at 3:00 p.m.
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A special weather statement predicting rain, followed by heavy snow tonight has been issued for Minnedosa and Riding Mountain National Park.
5-10 cm of snow is expected, however, areas around higher terrain could see more than 10 cm of snow.
The system has moved through southern Saskatchewan throughout the day and has brought rain and scattered thunderstorms.
As the system progresses the northern flank will see rain change to snow.
The change to snow will happen before midnight and the system will exit the region tomorrow morning.
Snowfall warnings may be issued as the system progresses.
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One new case of COVID-19 has been announced in Manitoba.
The total number of cases has increased to 284. Thirty of those cases are active, and 247 people recovered.
Right now there are 7 COVID related deaths, and 5 people are hospitalized.
The case announced today is in connection with the workplace cluster in the Prairie Mountain Health region, bringing the number of cluster cases to 8.
The total number of cases identified in the Prairie Mountain Health region is 22.
For the most up to date COVID information, visit manitoba.ca/covid19.
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Manitoba is lifting the one month supply limit on prescription drugs.
Starting Monday, May 11, Manitobans who have long-term medications will be able to fill prescriptions up to a three month supply.
Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen says the limit has been tough on many Manitobans.
“It has not been easy for some Manitobans to have to pay in some cases, triple the fee for the same supply of drugs because now they were getting them filled with a restricted 30 day supply. It wasn’t easy, when at the same time we continued to tell people that they should stay home and isolate themselves.”
In March, all provinces and territories in Canada restricted the number of re-fills to a one month supply in response to global drug shortages.
Friesen says drug supplies have been closely monitored, and the danger of shortages has stabilized.
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