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Another open house is scheduled to take place in Carberry on Wednesday to update the public on plans to redesign the nearby intersection of Highway 1 and 5.
The intersection was the site of a deadly crash in 2023 that killed 17 seniors from the Dauphin area and injured eight others.
Three options will once again be presented, but it appears a ‘restricted crossing U-turn’ is the leading design.
Last month, locals protested against the RCUT calling it dangerous.
Some protesters also want the government to scrap all three proposals and instead spend extra money to construct an overpass - an option that the government says is not being considered.
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A case of crack cocaine and Canadian cash being seized during an October traffic stop on Main Street was back in court this past Thursday.
The crown in the case decided to stay charges against 59-year-old Karen Spence and 29-year-old Owen Spence, both of Ochre River.
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No parking zones are in effect on Whitmore Avenue East and Mountain Road in Dauphin.
On Whitmore Avenue East, you can't park on both sides from 3rd Street SE to 1st Avenue SE. On Mountain Road South, meanwhile, you can't park on both sides from 1st Avenue SE to the southernmost City boundary.
New No Parking signs have been installed. The changes have been made to improve visibility, safety, and traffic flow for all road users.
- Drivers exiting parking lots at Assiniboine College and Mountain View Christian Assembly, who faced obstructed sight lines;
- Pedestrians and cyclists using the designated Shared Pathway, who were being forced onto the roadway due to parked vehicles; and
- Agro-equipment and large trucks, which need a clear turning radius and access along this 70 km/hr roadway and intersection.
Assiniboine College has also shown its support for the changes.
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Today is the day for students at the DRCSS as their graduation ceremonies take place this afternoon at Credit Union Place.
Following the 1 pm ceremonies, a parade of the graduates will begin at 6 pm at the Credit Union Place parking lot.
The parade will head east on 1st Avenue South before turning North onto Mountain Road.
Once they hit River Avenue, they will then head down the traditional Dauphin parade route, which includes Main Street to 4th Avenue SW, past the hospital and personal care home, before going down Whitmore Avenue back to Main Street.
The students will then head back north on Main Street, returning to the Credit Union Parking lot to hold their Safe Grad celebration that evening at the curling rink.
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The Neepawa RCMP is on the lookout for two suspects after a home invasion on Thursday.
At 1:05 a.m., officers responded to a home invasion on a rural property in the RM of Glenella-Lansdowne. Both suspects, wearing masks, forced their way into the home and were confronted by the armed homeowner.
The suspects fled the property, but first shot into the side of the home, causing minor damage. No one was hurt.
“This is a very concerning incident. Our officers are working to identify the suspects so that they can be arrested and charged with this violent crime. We urge all residents in the area to immediately call 911 if they see any suspicious activity on their property and are concerned for their safety,” said S/Sgt. Andrew Cowan, of the Spruce Plains RCMP.
It is believed to be a random incident. The two suspects fled the scene in a pickup truck described as a GMC with a white hood, white roof, and dark coloured sides. It's believed to have fled eastbound on Provincial Road 261.
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Close to 200, Grade 12 students in the Parkland will receive their high school diplomas on Saturday.
The first ceremony kicks off at 11 am Saturday morning at Winnipegosis Collegiate.
Principal Erik Persson says they will recognize 20 graduates this year.
"We keep it fairly simple. The grads and their guests will be here. It is a fairly family-oriented event. because we do not have a big gym or a lot of grads. There will be the normal types of bursaries and awards handed out, and we are hoping to be done in about an hour and a half. "
Meanwhile, 29 graduates will be celebrated at Goose Lake High in Roblin, with their ceremonies beginning a 2, followed by a parade, supper, and safe grad celebration.
Principal Kirk Wilson says this year's grad class is very diverse.
"We actually have 18 of our 29 graduates going on to post-secondary school, which is more than half, which is great. And we have many that are going to the work field. And we have a variety of students doing a number of different things from one end of the spectrum to the other. Every year we have wonderful students, so it is another year of celebration."
Over 130 students will graduate from Dauphin Regional Comprehensive Secondary School, with their ceremony starting at 1 at Credit Union Place.
Alonsa School has five graduates, while McCreary School will hand out diplomas to 9 students.
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Heading to check out the beautiful scenes in Riding Mountain National Park just got sweeter.
Parks Canada is offering free admission to Riding Mountain National Park from June 20 to September 2. This includes admission for all visitors to all national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas operated by Parks Canada.
If you're planning to stay the night in RMNP, you'll get a discount. From June 20 to September 2, a 25% discount will apply to fees for camping and roofed accommodations. This includes tent and RV camping, oTENTiks, MicrOcubes, cabins, yurts, tipis, historic stays, and backcountry overnight stays.
If you're looking to book a camping trip, head here.
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The more than 5,100 people who had to leave their homes in the city of Flin Flon have a reason to smile on Friday morning.
Alison Dallas-Funk is the Deputy Mayor of the city of Flin Flon.
"On Monday, the council will come together and pass a resolution to lift the evacuation order," said Dallas-Funk. "That order will state the evacuation order is lifted for Wednesday, June 25 at 9:00 a.m."
Over the weekend, the city of Flin Flon will begin a slow re-entry period, starting with essential services. On May 28, about 5,100 people were evacuated from the Northern Manitoba city. Many of those have called Dauphin home over the past several weeks. Many also called the Swan River area their temporary home.
Dallas-Funk added that grocery stores will lack supplies. Hydro is fully functioning in the community, as is cell communication.
Additional updates for residents of Flin Flon will be provided over the weekend via the city's Facebook page. As Wednesday inches closer, Dallas-Funk urged caution to those who will be coming home.
"Please be careful, the highways are going to be extremely busy," ended Dallas-Funk. "Please bring some essentials with you if you can. I also need to really stress to the community that we do not have full health services at this point. We only have limited access to the emergency department and to Dr. Davidson Meyer's clinic."
In the province's most recent fire bulletin, the fire located near Sherridon and the city of Flin Flon is approximately 370,780 ha and is out of control. A fire located 10 kilometres from Bakers Narrows Provincial Park is approximately 7,200 ha and is out of control.
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The Dauphin RCMP has completed an investigation after it was alleged that two people held in custody were mistreated by officers.
In a social media post earlier this week, one officer was named as someone who participated in the alleged mistreatment. In a release on Friday morning, Superintendent Lee Fortin, District Officer - Manitoba West District.
"I can unequivocally state that there was no mistreatment of the two people in our custody," said Fortin. "Further, the officers were professional and made every effort to ensure the well-being of those in custody as per RCMP policy."
As of February 25, all officers in the Dauphin Detachment have been wearing body cameras. Officers activate their body-worn cameras for investigations, during calls for service, and to record information while on duty.
All footage from the three officers who had interactions with the two people in custody was thoroughly reviewed. The allegations are said to have been found false.
Linklater says the RCMP continues to take all allegations of mistreatment seriously as a commitment to serve the people of Dauphin and the area with accountability and transparency.
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Three Parkland High Schools will celebrate their graduations today
17 students are set to graduate from Ste Rose school, with their ceremonies beginning at 1:30 in the school gym.
Principal Rhonda Buchanan says after the ceremony, the grads will be paraded through the streets of Ste Rose.
"The grads will have a couple f flat decks and are going tit tour around town. And then they are going to have an evening meal, catered at the hall. And then they will have what is called the grand entrance, where they go in with their eescorts and they have theeir moment as they walk across the floor. And then they have a social evening."
Meanwhile, 13 students will receive their diplomas from Gilbert Plains Collegiate on Friday.
Ceremonies begin at 4 pm in the school gym, followed by a parade, a grand march and a safe grad.
GPCI principal Renee Minshull describes the grad class as driven.
\"It is a small group, but the majority of them have been together throughout the school years. So they support each other, they are a great group of kids, and when they put their mind to it they can pretty much accomplish anything."
Lastly, three graduates will be celebrated in Glenella with a ceremony at the school gym beginning at 5 pm
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National Indigenous Peoples Day is observed on Saturday, June 21.
It's a time to learn about and acknowledge the history, resilience, and diversity of Indigenous peoples across the country. In the Parkland, many communities have been holding events. The Swan Valley School Division held an event at Legion Park earlier this week. Ebb & Flow First Nation held their festivities on Thursday.
In Dauphin, the Northwest Métis Council has partnered with the Dauphin Friendship Centre to host an event on Friday, beginning at 11:00 at the Friendship Centre.
Jarri Thompson spoke to the importance of this day.
"It means a lot. Especially given that we are working through Truth and Reconciliation," said Thompson. "It's a day to highlight who we are, where we have been. It's a chance to celebrate our culture and community."
Frances Chartrand is the vice-president of the Manitoba Métis Federation and says this is a day for everyone to come together.
"We are proud people of the Red River Métis Nation," said Chartrand. "It's a great honour to share our culture, music, and dance not only with our Red River Métis citizens, but those in all walks of life. We live in the City of Sunshine. It's going to be a beautiful day for us to share our culture with citizens in all walks of life."
An opening ceremony sets the stage for the day at 11 in the back hall. The DFC Diversity Dancers will then perform, and there will be a vocal performance.
"Then we'll be moving to a free community lunch from 12 to 2," ended Thompson. "From 11 to 4, we're going to have games in the greenspace for our youth. A bouncy castle, kid-friendly axe-throwing, and a kid-friendly moose hunt. We will also have the Cameron Campbell Band and other live entertainment."
Around the Parkland, Winnipegosis will be holding celebrations from 1 to 8 at the Winnipegosis Youth Centre on Friday. Roblin is hosting a celebration from 6 to 9 on Friday night at the Roblin Curling Arena, while Minitonas will hold celebrations on Saturday from 11 to 4 at 275 Main Street.
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