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Public Health officials have announced 25 new cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba.
The total number of cases in the province is now sitting at 603.
12 of the new cases are in the Prairie Mountain Health region. There have now been a total of 143 cases in the Prairie Mountain Health region, including 1 death.
Manitoba has 218 active cases, 377 people have recovered, and 7 people are in hospital.
The province is now giving us a closer look into where Manitoba's cases are located.
The original health regions have been divided even further, into sub-health groups. Dauphin has a total of 5 cases, with 3 active, and 2 recovered.
For more information about COVID-19 in Manitoba, click here.
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With demand for COVID-19 testing on the rise, Dauphin’s COVID testing site has extended its hours of operation for this weekend.
The site will be open Sunday, August 16th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The site's regular hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m, closed for lunch between 12 p.m. and 12:45 p.m.
PMH will continue to monitor the need for more weekend hours on a week-by-week basis.
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During the first couple weeks of August, the Dauphin RCMP has responded to several break and enters or attempted break and enters.
RCMP say the incidents have occurred at businesses throughout the Parkland including Dauphin, Gilbert Plains, and Grandview.
The RCMP requests the public’s assistance in securing or monitoring their property, securing or depositing currency and reviewing security camera footage for suspicious activity.
If you observe any suspicious activity or have any information regarding these occurrences, contact the Dauphin RCMP at 204-622-5020, Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
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At around 11:45 a.m., emergency crews were called to a single-vehicle collision south of Dauphin.
(Pictured: patch in the road that caused a flat tire, airbags to be deployed)
Dauphin Fire Department and at least one EMS unit were on the scene. Emergency personnel were slowing traffic through the area, which has since opened back up to regular traffic
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The investigation into a judge in Dauphin has finished.
In June, Judge Christina Cheater was unassigned with pay while a complaint was being investigated.
Chief Judge Margaret Weibe confirmed that Judge Cheater was being investigated, but wouldn’t comment any further.
Sandy Kuchinski, administrator of the judicial board said in an email “The matter has been concluded and no further action is required.”
She added that she wouldn’t provide any further information on the matter.
Judge Cheater is back, sitting in Dauphin Provincial Court.
In June, CKDM was told the hearings are kept private unless the complaint gets elevated to a Judicial Council and unless a charge was formulated, additional information wouldn’t be released.
Judge Cheater was appointed to the courthouse in Dauphin, in February.
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To this date, Peguis First Nation hasn’t had a single case of COVID-19.
They’re looking to keep it that way by re-introducing COVID restrictions.
The Peguis Pandemic Planning Team says anyone travelling to and from hotspots will have to self-isolate and self-monitor for 14 days. Those hot spots are Brandon and Steinbach.
The team also announced those travelling out of province must self-isolate and self-monitor for 14 days, face masks are mandatory when in all Peguis businesses including the Peguis Mall, and it’s mandatory that employees stay home when feeling symptomatic or sick, a COVID-19 nasal swab test is required prior to returning to work.
The Peguis Pandemic Planning Team would also like to remind members to:
– Stock up on medications
– Refrain from posting non-validated COVID-19 information online. These posts can cause panic and confusion.
– Self-Isolate when: Experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough, etc.), travelled out of Province, or been in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19
– Social Distance
– Wash your hands frequently for 20 seconds or more
– Use hand sanitizer
– Be prepared when travelling outside of the community.
– Make sure to have enough face masks and hand sanitizer for everyone in the vehicle.
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A man was transported by air ambulance after a cycling accident in Riding Mountain National Park.
The man was cycling through one of the park trails when he was injured.
Park staff and EMS had to travel deep into the trail to locate and stabilize the patient, before bringing him to a STARS air ambulance. He was transported to hospital in serious but stable condition.
STARS would like to thank Park staff and Prairie Mountain EMS for their efforts.
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Manitoba’s state of emergency has been extended for another 30 days.
It was extended as of 4:00 p.m. Wednesday.
The state of emergency was originally put into effect on March 20th and gives the province the power to take necessary measures during emergency situations.
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The Manitoba Government has launched its #RestartMB campaign, which the Premier describes as a roadmap to recovery from the effects of COVID-19.
The province is promoting its reopening plan using social media, radio, TV — and even has billboards in Winnipeg with the slogan "ready, safe, grow,”
Despite some criticism, premier Brian Pallister is defending the #RestartMB campaign, saying it will help Manitobans feel more confident about getting back to work and restarting the economy.
“We have to remember that folks need to get their lives back. Manitobans want to work — they don’t want to just sit at home and collect a subsidy cheque. They to be able to have a chance to go to work," said Pallister.
In another announcement by the province today, the Pallister government said they hope the federal government will finalize their sick leave program, so that Canadians can stay home when they are sick, and avoid the spread of COVID-19.
The Pan-Canadian Sick Leave Program was announced about a month ago.
Pallister gave details today, saying he wants the federal government to move quickly on their program so that all Canadians can stay home when they are sick, without the fear of losing their income.
Earlier this spring, the Manitoba government passed legislation to provide job protection for Manitobans who are self-isolating, or are caring for a family member due to COVID-19.
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Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for many areas in the Parkland.
They say conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that can produce strong wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rain.
The advisory is in effect for the following areas:
- Gilbert Plains Mun. incl. Ashville
- Grandview Mun. incl. Valley River Res.
- Mossey River Mun. incl. Winnipegosis and Fork River
- Mun. of Ethelbert incl. Garland
- Mun. of Roblin incl. Makaroff Shortdale and Bield
- Mun. of Russell-Binscarth incl. Gambler Res.
- R.M. of Dauphin incl. Sifton and Valley River
- R.M. of Lakeshore incl. Ochre River and Makinak
- R.M. of Lakeshore incl. Rorketon and Toutes Aides
- R.M. of Riding Mountain West incl. Asessippi Prov. Park
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COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the province, and there’s been a recent surge of cases in the Prairie Mountain Health region.
Mayor of Dauphin, Allen Dowhan is reminding the city to continue its efforts in flattening the curve.
“The city continues to evaluate and respond to information to protect public safety, but it’s up to us to follow provincial public health recommendations when it comes to slowing the spread of COVID-19. Practice physical distancing, wash your hands, and make smart decisions to protect yourself and those around you.”
He adds that Dauphin is a strong community, and will work through the case set-back.
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