Accessibility Tools

LISTEN LIVE 

NewsNow

Around 3:45 yesterday afternoon, we received a report that there was a fire at the Plains Hemp Plant in Gilbert Plains.

Shortly after, firefighters were on scene. It's being reported that sparks from a piece of heavy machinery caused the fire.

The bale shed and the bales in it caught fire, but things were under control before the fire got to the plant.

No estimates of damage are available yet, and no one was injured in the fire.

Details

At last night’s school board meeting, Whitmore School’s proposal to use the Balanced School Day Model was accepted.

Lesia Jensen, Whitmore School Principal, says the start and end of the school day will stay the same.

What the model will do is change how the school day works, instead of having two recesses and a lunch with a recess, there will be a morning nutrition break with a recess and an afternoon lunch break with a recess. There won’t be a change to the amount of teaching minutes per day, just fewer transition times and increased learning time.

Jensen says the rationale behind the balanced school day is that academic achievement will be improved by increasing time on task in the classroom.

Jensen anticipates the change to be positive for the students and families and hopes they’ll be able to continue with the model.

The Interlake School Division brought the Balanced School Day to Manitoba in 2006 and continues to use it. Whitmore School will be piloting it for the Mountain View School Division.

Details

Around 12:45 this afternoon a funnel cloud was spotted in Crane River, NE of Dauphin.

The funnel cloud lasted for about 5 minutes, never touching down.

Everett Contois took a video of the funnel cloud:

  

 

Details

On Monday night just after 8, the Dauphin RCMP responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Husky gas station.

A lone male entered the store carrying a long-barrelled gun and demanded money. The male suspect struck two employees with the gun, took cash and cigarettes, and fled on foot.

The suspect ran to a nearby apartment building and entered one of the units. Officers evacuated tenants from nearby apartments and contained the area while a negotiator made contact with the suspect.

Early yesterday morning just after 1:30, the 18-year-old suspect surrendered and was arrested. He is in custody with numerous charges pending.

The employees sustained minor injuries during the robbery.

A sawed-off shotgun, ammunition, and stolen property were seized by the RCMP.

The investigation is continuing.

Details

Yellowhead RCMP responded to a fatal motorcycle collision near Newdale.

Yesterday morning around 10:55, Police responded to a collision between a motorcycle and a deer on Highway 16 at PR 250.

The motorcycle was travelling eastbound when it collided with a deer. The driver, a 64-year-old male along with a 76-year-old female passenger both from Strathclair, were thrown from the motorcycle.

The passenger was pronounced dead at the scene, and the driver later succumbed to his injuries at a hospital.

Drugs and alcohol are not believed to be factors in the crash.

RCMP along with a Forensic Collision Reconstructionist continue to investigate.

Details

A recent Health Canada announcement has resulted in health products containing gentian violet being pulled off of shelves.

Health Canada has concluded that using gentian violet increases the risk of getting cancer. Gentian violet is a “natural” ingredient used in both human health products and veterinary drugs.

The ingredient is an antiseptic dye used to treat fungal infections, and Health Canada says products containing gentian violet have been used on skin and open wounds.

Trevor Shewfelt with the Dauphin Clinic Pharmacy says that the proposed cancer risk around the ingredient isn’t something new, adding that he has been reading about it for at least five years.

Dr. Roxanne Neufeld with the Dauphin Vet Clinic says that the product is used in two main products called Blue-Kote, and Guard and Wound Spray. She also said that producers shouldn’t be overly concerned if they have used the products.

The recall has been mostly voluntary and done by the companies producing the products.

Both Shewfelt and Dr. Neufeld recommend that if anyone has a product containing gentian violet, they should return it to their local vet or pharmacy.

Details

Even if you're not bugged by mosquitos, the small insect can be very harmful towards your animal. Heartworm is out and about in the Parkland. If you're not sure what that is, it's exactly as it says. Worms will be in your furry friend's heart.

"Generally we see them more in dogs, but cats have been known to come down with it as well," said Dr. Roxane Neufeld, Owner & Veterinarian at the Dauphin Vet Clinic. "Symptoms include tiring very easily on exercise, a cough and overall just being more lethargic."

If you haven't gotten your animal a heartworm shot or pill yet and they spend a lot of time outside, it's best to do so before it’s too late.

"There can be a lot of negative side effects of killing off worms that are within the heart, especially if pieces of the worm spread within the body," added Neufeld. "It's much easier and a lot cheaper on your wallet if we present the disease from even happening, rather than trying to treat it when it's present."

There are multiple ways of prevention. One is an injection and that is given usually until June 30. There is also a monthly pour-on or there are monthly pills. 

"If you have any questions, you should consult with your veterinarian and find out the best method of prevention for your pet," concluded Neufeld.

Details

RCMP are investigating a fatal off-road vehicle collision north-west of Russell.

Police attended the scene and determined that a 70-year-old man from Churchbridge, SK was riding an ATV with another male searching for cattle on their property when his ATV flipped due to steep terrain.

The man was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Russel RCMP continue to investigate.

Details

Although they're closed today and tomorrow for maintenance; Splish Splash Waterpark Minnedosa recently opened for the summer.

Owner of the waterpark, Gerry Champagne says they are past the hardest part because the 4000-pound structure has been put up.

For the first week, the first 15 people lined up get in for free. The grand opening will be happening this weekend too.

Champagne has a 3-year contract with Minnedosa, so the waterpark will be open in future years. It’ll be open until the Labour Day weekend.

Details

Dr. Erika Spek is the new veterinarian in Ethelbert.

Spek says her family moved from Ontario.

“It’s been good, it’s been very positive, Ethelbert has been very welcoming.”

Spek can do it all from working on large animals like cattle to servicing cats and dogs. She can work from the clinic or travel to farms as well.

“I’m just looking to getting to work and helping any of the animals that need treatment or care and preventing disease as well.”

Spek has been a vet for 18 years.

Yesterday afternoon there was a meet and greet to welcome her to the community.

Details

At 6:00 am Sunday morning, the Dauphin Fire Department responded to a structure fire 9 miles southwest of Dauphin.

Upon arrival, DFD found the home completely engulfed with the roof and the main floor already having collapsed into the basement.

Three seperate buildings were also on fire due to the strong winds and flying embers.

Neighbours reported that no one was home at the time of the fire.

The fire was under control within 2 hours.

There are no injuries or estimates on damages at this time, but the home is a complete loss.

The fire remains under investigation.

Details

More News