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Residents in Ward Two of the RM of Lakeshore will be heading to the polls next month to elect a new councilor for that area.
A by-election is set for October 18th, with voting taking place that day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Ochre River Community Hall.
Three candidates are running to fill the vacancy - Grant Moffatt, Pat Nichols, and Les Sametz.
An all-candidates forum has been planned for next Monday at 7 pm at the Ochre River Community Hall, to give ratepayers the opportunity to meet the three candidates.
Anyone wishing to ask a question to the candidates during the forum is asked to drop off the question by this Friday at the RM of Lakeshore office.
Questions can also be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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According to GasBuddy.com, the average retail gasoline price in Manitoba fell half a cent per litre over the past week to 164.05 cents per litre.
That price is 1.5 cents a litre cheaper than a month ago, and 0.4 cents a litre cheaper than on this day one year ago.
The National average price for a litre of regular fuel is 168.49 cents a litre, which is 1.4 cents higher than last week.
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The Dauphin Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation is putting out a call for sponsors and partners to help them fund their meal programs.
In a news release, the organization says their funding for their meal programs - which they run five days a week for those in need - is set to run out by the end of January of next year.
The program has been in operation since December of 2022, and so far this year has served over 8,100 meals alone.
The organization says they will be pursuing funding in order to continue offering their Breakfast Program next year, but are looking for donations or local partners to help them continue both meal programs going forward.
Individuals or organizations looking to make charitable donations to the DNRC can do so through the Dauphin First United Church.
If you are issuing a cheque, you are asked to write "DNRC meal program" in the memo portion.
Charitable tax receipts will be offered for all donations.
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Tuesday is Fuel Good Day at the two Dauphin Co-op gas bar locations.
10 cents from every litre of fuel sold at both locations on Tuesday will be given to the Court project in Ste Rose.
Dauphin Co-op Marketing and Community Relations Manager Joan Chetyrbok says the Court project was selected through an application process that took place this spring.
"Everything we have heard about the Court Project in the news is that the whole community is behind it and it is something that is really needed in Ste Rose. So we are happy to get behind it as well."
Chetyrbok hopes the entire region will take part in this event.
"I really want to encourage everybody to please hold off filling your gas tanks until Tuesday. If you have to run on fumes please do so, and come out and support the court project."
There will also be a fundraising barbecue at both locations from 11 until 1:30, with proceeds from that also going to the project.
You can place an order for the barbecue in advance by calling or texting 204-648- 5309.
Chetyrbok says they traditionally raise around five grand through Fuel Good Day, but she is hopeful they can beat that mark this year.
"We are also taking donations that day at both gas bars. Anyone that gives a donation of any size will get a Fuel Good Day air freshener."
Since its launch of Fuel Good Day in 2017, the Dauphin Co-op has been able to donate a combined thirty-thousand dollars to six different local charities.
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Crown lands, a new Justice Centre for Dauphin, and improvements to local health care were some of the topics discussed during a Saturday morning town hall hosted by the Manitoba NDP.
Party leader Wab Kinew was joined by Dauphin candidate Ron Kostyshyn for the event.
Kinew says he was very impressed with both the turnout and the kinds of questions that were brought up on Saturday.
"You can tell by the questions that people are not holding back. People are frustrated with health care, they are frustrated with the PC's approach to the Agriculture industry, and people are giving us a very straightforward account of what they need for the Parkland region and for Dauphin to succeed."
It's the second time within the past month that Kinew has visited Dauphin, a community that holds a special place with his family.
"Because of the time that my wife Lisa spent here in the community, serving as a physician. One of the things Lisa told me is that we need more rural representation on our team. And you have a great candidate in Ron Kostyshyn here in this area. And I am coming back to the community and the region time and time again because I believe in Ron, and I want him to get elected. I know that it is time for the Parkland to have a voice in the Legislature."
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A Yukon man who has become a Canadian viral sensation for sharing his love of the Bhangra dance will be in Dauphin on Monday night.
Gurdeep Pandher brings his nationwide Joy, Hope, and Positivity tour to the Sunshine City for an event in front of the CNR station.
Bhangra is a traditional dance of Punjab, and Gurdeep shares it during his presentation, while also promoting diversity and inclusivity.
Residents are encouraged to come meet Gurdeep and share in the dance, starting at 6 p.m.
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The Swan Valley Medical Professional Recruitment and Retention Committee has announced plans to offer funding to individuals who are accepted into an upcoming UCN Health Care Aide program in Swan River.
Thanks to funding from the four municipalities in the Swan River Valley, the committee is offering fully paid tuition to those taking the course, which begins October 3rd.
In order to receive this funding, the course participant must agree to work as a Health Care aid at a facility in the Swan Valley.
In a news release, the committee says they are currently short about 56 Health Care Aids in the Swan Valley.
Those wishing to apply to the training program should contact Cindy Woodson at (204) 734-9823.
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The Manitoba government says an investigation has found evidence that "external activity'' impacted its websites and services Thursday.
The province initially said there was an unplanned service interruption that affected all its public websites and web services.
Yukon, P-E-I have said cyberattacks were behind their shutdowns Thursday.
with files from the Canadian Press
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Manitoba Public Insurance is defending a letter that was sent out to striking staff with information on how to cross the picket line.
The union representing the workers is calling the move divisive and desperate.
The letter suggests that any of the 17 hundred workers on strike who want to return to work should reach out to H-R via an included email address.
M-P-I board chair Ward Keith says the letter wasn't sent to encourage striking staff to return to work but to answer questions received by management about coming back to work.
with files from the Canadian Press
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Obsolete Brewing is Dauphin's premier craft brewery, and they're holding its official Grand opening today.
This establishment has been brewing award-winning beers for a while now, but this weekend will commemorate the full use of their space as the Patio is now open.
The day of celebration will feature a brand new beer for the occasion, a Mexican food truck, and live music performances throughout the day.
Co-owner Steve Sobering is looking forward to having tons of people out to celebrate the big day
"With this official Grand opening, we're inviting everyone to come out to join us"
Obsolete has more than just beer on tap as well.
This family-friendly establishment also brews up ginger ale, cold brew coffee, and craft lemonades that people of any age can enjoy.
So if you're looking for a day filled with good beverages and excellent company, stop by Obsolete Brewing today and congratulate them on their grand opening.
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The town of Winnipegosis celebrated the opening of a brand new facility today.
The RM of Mossy River officially opened its new office in the town this afternoon with speeches, a BBQ, and a community get-together.
Reeve of Mossy River Reynold Sahulka led the ceremonies for this latest update for the RM, and he's excited to have this very modern overhaul for the RM's office space.
"It brings us into the 20th century, let's put it that way. our old building was 70 years old and needed a lot of repair. so the council decided that we had some funds reserved, and we should use those funds wisely and upgrade our facility and bring it into a new era."
The budget for this new office came up to a total of roughly $640,000.
However, Reeve Sahulka noted that all of the funds came from built-up reserves in the RM savings.
Overall, the announcement and celebration went off perfectly, with even the rain breaking temporarily for the occasion.
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