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Another Dauphin resident has been recognized with a King Charles III Coronation medal.
Bryn Thiele was honoured for his work with the Canadian Mental Health Association in supporting vulnerable individuals and breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health.
Bryn was noted for not only providing care, but also leading initiatives that promote well-being and awareness.
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A second set of remains have been identified at the Prairie Green Landfill.
They are those of Marcedes Myran, one of the four Indigenous women who were victims of serial killer, Jeremy Skibicki. The remains of Morgan Harris had been previously identified earlier this month.
Myran, 26, was originally from the Long Plain First Nation, which is roughly two hours south of Dauphin. Morgan was also originally from the Long Plain First Nation.
Harris and Myran are believed to have been killed in May of 2022. Mashkode Bizhiki'ikwe, also known as Buffalo Woman by community leaders, was believed to have been killed in mid-March of that year, however, her remains have never been found.
Skibicki was convicted by a judge on four counts of first-degree murder and in August 2024, was sentenced to life behind bars with no chance of parole for 25 years.
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Producers are encouraged to attend one of a series of meetings this week being hosted by Cargill.
Topics of discussion will include improving herbicide performance, early season weed control, and making sure your seed is ready to go into the ground.
The meetings are set for tomorrow morning from 10 until noon in Dauphin, from 2 to 4 tomorrow afternoon in Ste Rose, from 10 to 2 on Thursday in Grandview, and Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 in Fork River.
If you are planning to attend, you are asked to RSVP in advance by calling 204-648-4429.
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This is a big week for the Parkland Chamber of Commerce.
Tomorrow is their next Lunch and Learn event, where they will hand out milestone awards to businesses that have hit different 5-year increments with the chamber,
Executive Director Stephen Chychota says several businesses will be recognized this year as 60-year members of the Chamber.
That lunch begins at 11:45 on Tuesday at the Parkland Rec Complex.
Then on Wednesday, it is the annual Chamber Celebration Night at the Countryfest Community Cinema, beginning at 6:30.
A number of awards will be presented to local businesses and business people for outstanding contributions, with this year seeing a few awards being renamed after individuals for their contributions to the Parkland business community.
Tickets to both events are available through the Chamber's website.
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A drug alert has been issued for the Swan River area after pink powder sold as meth caused one person to lose consciousness.
The substance is believed to be the same one connected to a recent rash of overdoses in the Saskatoon area.
The alert added that the individual that overdosed in Swan River was revived with one dose of Naloxone.
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A 38-year-old man has been sentenced following an assault and firearms complaint last April in Ebb & Flow.
Travis Malcolm received a 16-month conditional sentence in Dauphin Provincial Court, which will be followed by one year of probation.
And a Dauphin man accused of answering the door to his home last November while brandishing a weapon has had a new court date set.
37-year old Ryan Fosseneuve remains in custody until his next scheduled appearance on March 27th.
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A healthcare group that represents physicians in Manitoba is renewing calls to eliminate sick notes for short-term absences from work, saying the process puts a burden on a healthcare system already burdened by a shortage of family doctors.
Doctors Manitoba says physicians write roughly 600,000 sick notes per year and eliminating them can free up more than 300,000 visits for patients.
The organization released survey data suggesting well over 90-percent of Manitobans, including the public and employers, support eliminating or limiting sick notes.
Doctors Manitoba is calling on the government to create legislation, similar to other provinces, that outlines when short-term sick notes should be required.
Currently, it is up to employers to determine when a note must be provided, with it ranging from one to seven days before an employee must present one.
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A local organization and annual staple event has received some recognition celebrating its 60th anniversary.
Canada's National Ukrainian Festival was recently recognized and honored in the Manitoba Legislature on March 13th, as our MLA Ron Kostyshyn presented a member statement congratulating the Cultural Festival on achieving Milestone status.
Festival President Kayla Gillis received the award on the steps of the Manitoba Legislature.
The real celebration will be on the weekend of August 1st to 3rd, when the Hill is filled with People commemorating the 60th edition Of CNUF!
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Farming is one of the most essential industries in Canada, but it is also one of the most hazardous professions, with risks ranging from equipment-related injuries to exposure to hazardous materials.
Today marks the start of National Farm Safety Week, and the Canada Safety Council wants to remind agriculture workers that farm safety is a priority and not just an option.
To reduce risks, farmers and farm workers are encouraged to implement strict safety protocols and ensure proper training for all employees and family members.
Some key safety measures include ensuring all machinery is properly maintained and equipped with safety guards, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, using proper techniques and barriers when working with animals, and having first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and emergency plans in place for injuries, fires, or other emergencies.
Agricultural work involves various risks that can lead to serious injuries or fatalities, with the most common hazards on Canadian farms including machinery and equipment injuries, livestock-related incidents, slips and falls, and child safety concerns.
The CSC adds that fostering a culture of safety will protect lives and create safer, more productive farms for future generations.
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The province has introduced legislation that is designed to open up the market for more grocers, including independent businesses.
Bill 31 would bar grocery stores from preventing competitors from opening nearby.
Property owners would have their existing controls voided, unless they register them within six months after the amendment passes, according to a explanatory note on the bill shared by the government.
The hope is that more competition will help bring grocery prices down.
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Dauphin Ag Society's Farm Outlook 2025 has had a great turnout this year.
Chad Sahulka, with the Dauphin Ag Society, notes it's been one of the biggest crowds in a while that came out.
"Some of the members have been on the committee a lot longer than I have been, and they said this is one of the better turnouts that they've seen in the past 10 to 15 years. So, I thank everyone for coming out today and supporting our great event. A lot of hard work goes into this, and getting people out really makes us want to keep doing it going forward."
The day featured talks on soil testing, Grain Markets, and an outlook on financial and insurance landscapes ahead.
One of the annual highlights is the presentation of the Ron Brook Memorial Award, which this year went to Dean and Barbara Durston for their many years of community service.
Sahulka notes that the day was filled with amazing speakers and important information, but he mentions there's an extra air of stress among many producers this year.
"It's going to be a tough year. We all know it. We just have to work together as an Ag industry and put our heads together and we will come out on top like we always have been."
Between the attendance, and many excellent speakers, Dauphin Ag Society is looking forward to keeping this annual event rolling for many years to come.
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