What To Do If You Find A Needle

Occasionally needles can be found on the ground and in parks.

Rob Tuff with the Dauphin RCMP says to be as safe as you can when dealing with needles, the needle should be placed securely inside a bottle, Tuff says ideally a bleach bottle but a laundry detergent bottle or plastic pop bottle work too, once secure, the bottle can be taken to any PMH facility. PMH suggests tongs, pliers or tweezers when picking up the needle, pointing the tip down and away from the body, and don’t put the cap back on the needle.

Tuff adds the reason for taking needles to Prairie Mountain Health is the RCMP doesn’t have a storage facility and way to dispose of needles like the health unit.

“Not that we don’t pick them up, I mean we can, but when it comes to the disposal of them, we’re not equipped for that.”

According to PMH, if a needle were to poke you, let the puncture site bleed and don’t squeeze it. It helps flush germs away. Wash the area with soap and water. Then go to an emergency room as soon as possible. There, they'll be able to assess exposure, risk and provide the necessary care. PMH adds the risk of infection is very low.

Details: Contributed by Isaac Wihak; Published: Jul 24, 2019 - 4:41 am

The Northwest Round-Up and Exhibition returns to Swan River this weekend.

The weekend all kicks off with the chariot races on Thursday at 5:30 pm. Organizer Wayne Antichow says that there will be chariots from Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and North Dakota for a total of 52 chariots.

The fun continues through the weekend with several rodeo events, exhibits, and vendors and the midway.

One new feature this year is helicopter rides that will take you for tours of the Swan Valley.

Once the excitement of the day wraps up, it’s time to put on your dancing shoes and head down to the Veterans Community Hall on Friday and Saturday night. The dances will feature performances from Ken Thompson & Brittney Moore and Kendra Kay.

There will be pancake breakfasts both Saturday and Sunday morning to kick off the day.

For a full list of events and a schedule for the weekend, check the Round-Up’s website.

Details: Contributed by Josh Sigurdson; Published: Jul 24, 2019 - 4:41 am

Beginning tomorrow and continuing to the end of September, the waterworks crew will be renewing the water main on the 1st and 2nd blocks of 6th Ave NE.

From tomorrow, Wednesday to Friday, the intersection of Main St North and 6th Avenue NE/NW will be closed to all traffic. Starting next week, the 1st block will be closed to all traffic.

Be prepared to detour.

Details: Contributed by Josh Sigurdson; Published: Jul 23, 2019 - 3:34 pm

Last night in Brandon, Brandon Fire and Emergency Services asked the Brandon Police to assist them with a suspected overdose.

Two adults were found unresponsive by a third adult in a residential bathroom.

Both individuals were transported to the hospital with one remaining in ICU. The other adult was treated medically but didn't need the ICU.

The police learned the individuals purchased two substances, one described as purple heroin and the other as methamphetamine.

Both substances were consumed throughout the evening.

Initial testing of the substances they had consumed revealed a mix of fentanyl, butyrylfentanyl, carfentanil and methamphetamine.

It isn’t clear at this stage of the investigation which of the purchased drugs contained any fentanyl, or if they both contained some.

Purple heroin discovered in other jurisdictions has been found to contain a combination of heroin mixed with fentanyl, carfentanil and other opioids.

Brandon Police are continuing the investigation.

Details: Contributed by Isaac Wihak; Published: Jul 23, 2019 - 11:05 am

A livestock tour for producers around the province will take place next week.

The tour that takes place on July 31st and August 1st is designed to showcase different ideas and strategies to help producers increase profits and manage the workloads associated with today’s livestock operations.

Producers have the opportunity to learn from other producers who have adopted new concepts to suit their operations.

Registration is only $30 a day, and that includes lunch, refreshments, and all reference materials.

Payment will be made “at the gate” but producers wishing to attend must Pre- Register.

Tour stops include the Brandon area, Brookdale, Melita, Lyleton, Pipestone, Hamiota, and Virden.

For more information on the Manitoba Livestock Producer Tour or to pre-register call 204-622-2007 or go to the Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association website.

Details: Contributed by Josh Sigurdson; Published: Jul 23, 2019 - 10:03 am

A disgraced Manitoba politician who was kicked out of the governing PC Caucus says he is running for re-election as an Independent Candidate.

Cliff Graydon said once before that he would retire from politics after being booted from the backbenches over inappropriate remarks made to female legislative staff members and an alleged groping that Graydon denies happened.

Graydon says that voters in his constituency of Emerson have asked him to run again for the September 10^th provincial election

Graydon was ousted from the PC’s last fall after reports that he had invited two women to sit on his lap on two separate occasions and invited one to lick food off his face.

The politician acknowledged at the time that his sense of humour was outdated and that he had made inappropriate remarks, but claimed he never sexually harassed anyone and has no recollection of asking anyone to lick his face.

Graydon also denied an accusation from a Tory volunteer that he groped and propositioned her at a social function at a Winnipeg bar in 2017.

No charges were ever filed against Graydon and the allegations have not been tested in court.

Graydon, who is in his 70’s, has also dealt with health issues including a suspected gall bladder attack. He has since said that his health has improved and wants to run again to address his constituents’ concerns over asylum-seekers crossing the border.

Details: Contributed by Josh Sigurdson; Published: Jul 23, 2019 - 5:19 am

Mazergroup in Dauphin is getting set to host their Grand Opening tomorrow morning.

The day starts with donuts and coffee at 10:00 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. The ribbon-cutting will take place at 12:30 and there will be free draws throughout the day.

"We're really looking forward to seeing everyone there," said Candace Bowles, Marketing Manager at Mazergroup. "The main reason for this is to meet people in the community. We want people to see our building, it really is beautiful."

There will also be specials with product specialists on hand. Al Gaines will broadcast live from 10-1.

"Right now we're working out of an 18,000 SF building in Dauphin, plus we have a 7200 SF heating building, it's just been another way to give back to our customers," concluded Bowles.

If you haven't been before, the location is at 531 Buchanon Avenue.

Details: Contributed by Darnell Duff; Published: Jul 23, 2019 - 5:00 am

The federal government released an initial list of designated regions in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Quebec where livestock tax deferral has been authorized for 2019 due to extreme weather conditions.

Preliminary analysis shows that livestock producers in Western Canada and Quebec are experiencing forage shortages due to drought conditions.

The livestock tax deferral provision allows producers in drought, flood, or excess moisture conditions to defer a portion of their 2019 sale proceeds of breeding livestock until 2020 to help replenish the herd. The cost of replacing animals in 2020 will offset the deferred income, reducing the tax burden of the original sale.

Regions that meet the criteria for the tax deferral have forage shortfalls of 50 percent or more. Eligible regions are identified based on weather and climate data.

Eligibility for the tax deferral is limited to producers located in the designated areas. Producers in those regions can request the tax deferral when filing their 2019 income tax returns.

Full a full list of designated regions in Manitoba click here.

Details: Contributed by Josh Sigurdson; Published: Jul 22, 2019 - 3:23 pm

Canada's National Ukrainian Festival is set for next weekend just outside of Dauphin.

The festival runs from August 2-4 and it's sure to be another great event. Tickets are on sale right now and it's just $110 for a weekend pass.

"We're really excited. Every year we feel it's a new thing and we think it's even better and stronger this year," said Samantha Schiefke, CAO.

The Opening Ceremonies take place on Friday night at 7:00 p.m. The performances hit the stage right at 8:00 p.m.

Some of this year's performers include the Bratstva Studios, Marina Krut, Aurasia, Budmo, Zirka, Sawchuk Sisters, and the Riding & Dancing Cossacks. You can check out a full list of performers at Canada's National Ukrainian Festival.

On Sunday at 5:00 p.m., there will be a Perogy Eating Contest at the 730CKDM Cossack Tavern Arena. The first person to eat 24 is named the Ukrainian of the Year. You can still enter the contest by heading to the CNUF office before Friday.

You can also sign up at the festival information booth until August 3. The cost is $15, but hurry, the contest is limited to 15 people.

"That's going to be a blast, we can't wait to see how it all unfolds," added Schiefke.

Shuttle wristbands are also on sale right now. You can get a weekend one for just $15. That allows you unlimited ride between Dauphin and the hill. If you don't buy a wristband, it's $5 per ride.

Details: Contributed by Darnell Duff; Published: Jul 22, 2019 - 1:15 pm

Several heat warnings are in effect for Northern Manitoba.

The warnings are in place for Flin Flon, Cranberry Portage, Snow Lake, Lynn Lake, Leaf Rapids, Pukatawagan, Norway House, Cross Lake, Wabowden, The Pas, Wanless, Westray, Clearwater Lake Provincial Park, Thompson, Nelson House, and Split Lake.

The temperatures in the listed areas are expected to reach at least 29 degrees Celsius with overnight lows near 16 degrees Celsius for the next three days.

Thursday will likely bring relief as showers and cooler air out of the north move over the area.

Here are some tips to stay safe:

Watch for the effects of heat illness, including swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and the worsening of some health conditions.

Drink plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.

Check on older family, friends, and neighbours. Make sure they are cool and drinking water.

Never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle.

Outdoor workers should take regularly scheduled breaks in a cool place.

Heat warnings are issued when very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses, such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion.