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The RCMP and MPI want people to be more aware of dangers of driving on gravel roads.
MPI partially funded a RCMP project in 2017 to better enforce road rules on gravel roads as well as to bring awareness to the dangers of driving on gravel roads.
Since the program began, the RCMP has made over a thousand charges for speeding, impaired driving, failure to use seatbelts, failing to stop at intersections, open alcohol, and operating unregistered vehicles, enhancing safety on gravel roads in Manitoba.
To complement this program, MPI has added to the curriculum of the High School Driver Education program.
The addition to the Driver’s Ed program involves gravel road driving skills being learnt in class and on the road.
The addition is happening because MPI believes it is beneficial for the students to have practical experience driving on a gravel road under the supervision of a professional driving instructor.
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There is still time to pick up nomination papers for the RM of Dauphin’s Municipal elections.
Candidates for Reeve and councillors need to hand in their nomination forms between the 12th and the 18th of September.
Tyral Solski, the Senior Election Official for the RM, says with the numbers they have heard so far, a race would be on for councillor positions but not for Reeve.
“At this point, we have one person that has registered to be a prospective candidate for Reeve, that name is Ron Ryz. Following suit with that, we have nine that have registered to be prospective candidates for councillor.”
Solski encourages anyone thinking about running to stop by the office and talk with her about the role.
“We do have information packages here at the office that they can pick up. It’s got all kinds of information as far as the election, all the dates, basically, any election information that you need to know about running. We have a package that you can pick up.”
A copy of the potential candidate session presentation can be given to those thinking about running if they want to know the ins and outs of being a councillor.
The next Municipal Election is taking place on the 24th of October.
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The Dauphin Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire shortly before 5 o'clock this morning in the northeast area of the city.
The fire originated in the engine compartment and was contained to the vehicle. There are no injuries to report.
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There are a number of burn bans in effect across the Parkland due to the hot and dry conditions.
Currently, the municipality of Rossburn, as well as the municipalities of Russell-Binscarth, Ethelbert, and the RMs of Lakeshore and Rosedale are all under burn bans.
Take a look at a map of all current burn bans in effect in Manitoba at http://www.gov.mb.ca/wildfire/burn_conditions.html
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Safety is the reason the City of Dauphin has to close 1st Street North East at River Avenue.
It’s required to close as a condition by Manitoba Infrastructure to install traffic lights at River and Mountain.
The city is permanently closing vehicle access on Wednesday using barricades and signage.
Next year the city plans to install permanent new curbing and landscaping features.
The Mountain View School Division Board of Trustees have been notified so the Division can plan the 2018/2019 school bus routes.
Residents and businesses are advised to remember the closure and make any necessary alternate arrangements before it closes next Wednesday.
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Pin needles were found again in Park Crescent Park.
Dauphin Rec Services is asking everyone to avoid the park so they can clean up.
They ask that people give the maintenance crew a few hours to go and collect the needles with their magnet.
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The Municipality of Ethelbert has imposed a Burn Ban effective immediately.
No fires of any kind are allowed. This includes burning grass, leaves, crop residue, bushes, and open pit fires and burning barrels.
If you have any questions, give the municipality a call at 204-742-3212.
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New traffic lights on River and Mountain are being installed.
Manitoba Infrastructure began work at the intersection this morning.
It was decided to make this a signalized intersection with a controlled pedestrian crossing after a traffic study was conducted.
Over the past number of years there have been multiple vehicle crashes and near misses.
The city hopes the lights will improve both pedestrian and vehicle safety.
The intersection is expected to be fully operational by September 12th.
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Barry Trotz stopped by 730 CKDM’s Al Morning Show this morning to talk with Darnell Duff and Al Gaines.
He shared how CKDM played a part in his early hockey career while he coached in Dauphin.
“CKDM has always been a big part of my life. Because when I started coaching and all that CKDM followed us, followed the Kings. I was able to get on the radio, all that.” He continues, “thank you for the support getting the word out."
Trotz wants to thank the community for the support he’s received including the mayor, the people organizing the parade, and his family.
He shares what he hopes to come out of the fundraising. “I wanted to leave something here in Dauphin so that everybody can enjoy it. Whatever it is, an improvement in maybe some facilities, maybe something for the seniors, maybe something for the hospital. I’m going to let the committee target that.”
Make sure to attend the Stanley Cup parade starting at 12:30 starting at Henderson school and going down Main Street.
Also from 1 to 5 this afternoon, head down to credit union place to get a picture with Barry for 2 dollars.
All money raised today will be matched by Barry and put back into the community.
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Barry Trotz stopped by 730 CKDM’s Al Morning Show!
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Update:
The Gilbert Plains Co-op carlock has been turned back on, however clear gas and clear diesel ( the small nozzle) has not been replaced yet.
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A gas pump at the Gilbert Plains bulk fuel station was on fire this morning.
One witness says it was blazing around 8:35 this morning.
The Gilbert Plains Co-op says one pump has been destroyed. The entire cardlock is closed down until further notice for all products.
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