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An alert was recently sent out in the areas of Swan River and Brandon, as illicit substances have reportedly been cut with potentially lethal levels of fentanyl.
a recent test at a Brandon Mobile Overdose Prevention test site found a sample of what was sold as Meth was supposedly 21% fentanyl.
According to the RCMP, a 2 milligram dose of Fentanyl can be lethal in as little as 2 minutes if NARCAN or other medical intervention is not applied.
If you are experiencing grief after losing a loved one from drug toxicity, know that you're not alone, and support is available by calling 1 888 322 3019
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A federal by-election in the Winnipeg riding of Elmwood-Transcona is set to take place today.
A total of six candidates are running, including the NDP’s Leila Dance, the Conservative’s Colin Reynolds, and Ian MacIntyre for the Liberals.
Candidates for the Green Party, People’s Party of Canada, and the newly formed Canadian Future Party are also running.
The election is being held to replace Daniel Blaikie, who resigned as M-P earlier this year to work for the provincial government.
There is also a by-election taking place today in the Quebec riding of LaSalle-Emard-Verdun.
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The Manitoba RCMP is reminding the public about drone rules after a recent incident.
Last week, officers were on the scene of a serious traffic collision, when a drone was flying over the scene. As a result, the STARS air ambulance was delayed at the scene as they could not land with the drone in the area.
While officers have been unable to identify the operator at this time, they want to remind the public that operating a drone in an area where police and first responders are could interfere with live-saving measures and a fine could be handed out up to $1,000.
There are several regulations that you must abide by should you be using a drone.
• below 90 m above the ground;
• at least 30 m away from vehicles, vessels, and the public (if your drone weighs more than 250 g up to 1 kg);
• at least 75 m away from vehicles, vessels, and the public (if your drone weighs more than 1 kg up to 35 kg);
• at least 5.5 km away from aerodromes (any airport, seaplane base, or areas where aircraft take-off and land);
• at least 1.8 km away from heliports or aerodromes used by helicopters only;
• outside of controlled or restricted airspace;
• at least 9 km away from a natural hazard or disaster area;
• away from areas where the operation could interfere with firefighters, police or first responders;
• during the day and not in clouds or smoke;
• within your sight at all times;
• within 500 m of yourself or closer; and
• must be marked with your name, address and phone number.
In a press release, the RCMP had the following to say.
“In an emergency, it is imperative that all necessary resources are able to respond,” said Corporal Ryan Cadotte of the Manitoba RCMP Remotely Piloted Aircraft System unit. “I urge all drone pilots to be responsible and ensure they know and follow all regulations under the Canadian Aviation Regulations. These regulations are in place for everyone’s safety.”
For more information on where your drone can be used and the regulations around it, head here.
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Dauphin Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation is combining forces with Dauphin's Citizens on Patrol Program to hold a free community barbecue this Wednesday.
DNRC Executive Director Amanda Novak says it is a great opportunity for them to introduce and promote the great work done by Citizens on Patrol in our city.
"Have the community come and enjoy a hamburger, talk to the head oragnizer of Dauphin Citizen on Patrol Richard Ives. He would be willing to share that information with anyone who might interested in volunteering with the Dauphin Citizens on Patrol."
Donations will also be accepted for COPP to go towards covering expenses such as fuel for volunteers who patrol the streets.
The barbecue is set for Wednesday from 11:30 to 1:30 at the DNRC office at 37 - 3rd Avenue North West.
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Participation was up and so was the amount of money raised.
As Dauphin hosted the Terry Fox Run/Walk on Sunday at Vermillion Park, more than 60 community members made the event a part of their days. That number is significantly higher than in previous years and Stephen Roznowsky was thrilled with how the day went.
"The day was fantastic and the weather was wonderful," said Roznowsky. "I want to thank CKDM for airing it before the event, it certainly increased interest and participation. We had a great two days at Coop before Sunday, it was fantastic."
The numbers are in and they smashed last year's total as roughly $6,100 was raised this year. That's $2,000 more than last year and Roznowsky wants to thank the community for their great support.
"That felt wonderful, I started back in 1999 and this was our best year yet," ended Roznowsky. "We used to raise a couple of hundred dollars at the start and to raise more than $6,000 this year, it's just incredible. Thank you to Dauphin."
Since its inception in 1981, over $850 million has been raised for cancer research in Terry's name through the annual Terry Fox Run/Walk, which is held across Canada and around the world.
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At the start of this month, the province of Manitoba Named a new Chief Veterinary Officer.
Dr. Glen Duizer has been in the veterinary field for nearly 30 years, acquiring knowledge to make him well-suited for this new role.
"I'm covering a wide range of animal health programs and policies and work that the Department of Agriculture does through the Chief Veterinary Office."
Dr. Duizer's work has had a strong focus on epidemiology, and biosecurity, something he will focus on moving forward.
"Promoting that, working with producers to implement that on their farms, and working with their veterinarians to assist them with implementing these activities on their farms."
Stay tuned to the noon hour edition on Monday, as Michael Brossart has the full conversation with Dr. Duizer.
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It's time to cheers for a full year of business at Obsolete Brewing.
Brewmaster Marcos Bardelli has been brewing a lot over the past year and has some special plans for the celebration.
The festivities will feature live music, a corn hole tournament, two new beers, and special guests all the way from Bardelli's home in Brazil.
Bardelli has been blown away by the support that this business has recieved over the past year.
"oh man, it feels really good. all the support we have the community, and everything we've got since we've started... it feels different man, it feels really good"
Bardelli also mentioned that his brewmaster friends from brazil will also start a collabrative beer while there in town that should debut in the winter in Dauphin.
After a full year of success in creating craft beer in Dauphin, Bardelli will raise a glass today to more continued success
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Dauphin Culture Days kicks off on September 20th, with events running through until October 15th.
Co-organizer Jean-Louis Guillas says there will once again be a number of events at several locations throughout the city.
"(They are) primarily at the Watson, but we are definitely outside. Yard Fringe happens all over town on the 29th, the (Countryfest) Cinema has been a partner on this with us for many years, Dauphin Public Library is involved, and then there are a number of individual arts groups that we work with, including the Crocus Quilters, who this year are doing several different events."
The kick off event on the 20th is the Meet the Makers under the Stars market along Main Street, past 5th Avenue North.
It wraps up on October 13th with the Culture Days Filmfest at the Countryfest Cinema.
And one of the best things, according to Guillas, is that most of the activities are free to attend.
"Some of the events, we ask you to make a donation, where you pay what you can. But if your circumstances are tight, we still want you to come. And those who can throw in a couple of bucks to help cover some of the supplies that we use up in putting things on, that is the ethos of it."
New events this year include the Ecstatic Dance and Breathwork on October 1st, and a Writers Pool on September 23rd.
Among the returning favourites are an adult improv night on September 25th, and Tales on the Trails on October 10th at Northgate.
A full list of events can be found by typing in Dauphin on the events page of www.culturedays.ca
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The CBC is reporting that Wally Daudrich has launched a campaign website this week and has started to solicit support for a run at the leadership of Manitoba's Progressive Conservatives.
He.joins Fort Whyte PC MLA Obby Khan and tax consultant Trevor Sprague as prospective candidates in the race, which will see a new leader for the Official Opposition party elected next spring.
Daudrich, who owns Lazy Bear Lodge and Expeditions in Churchill, ran twice federally for the Conservatives, losing in both 2008 and 2011 to Nikki Ashton of the NDP.
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Stock Dog competitions are rolling back in to Rorketon this weekend, as the Rorketon Ripper Returns for its second year.
The day will feature Manitoba Stock Dogs, with talented trainers and their agile dogs displaying their stock-handling skills.
Cale Clark is the son of the organizers of this event, and he's excited to take in the competition.
"Just seeing somebody succeed competing, if it's you, your dog, or even your buddy beside you, just seeing how they come so far from a novice handler who doesn't really know what they're doing, and taking a puppy and become something with them. seeing everyone suceed, that's my favorite part."
The day starts with breakfast at 7:30 am, the stock dog trials begin at 8:30, with a dinner at 5:30, and beer garden from noon till 2 am.
Winners will be competing for prize buckles, donated prizes, and possible cash payouts.
The Rorketon Ripper is barreling towards us like a cowboy on a caffeine high, and the whole town is so stoked they're...
Posted by Manitoba Stock Dog Association on Wednesday, September 4, 2024
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Mounties in Ste Rose hope the public can help them locate a missing 50-year-old man from McCreary.
Derek Contois was reported missing Thursday afternoon, after being last seen leaving his home on September 6th.
He is described as being 5’10” and 220 lbs with short black hair and brown eyes.
He was last seen wearing a white shirt with black track pants and is known to frequent Winnipeg and Swan River.
Anyone with info on his current whereabouts are asked to call the Ste Rose detachment at 204-447-3082, or go online to manitobacrimestoppers.com, as both police and Contois' family are concerned about his well-being.
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