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Beef producers across the Parkland are encouraged to attend one of two Masterfeeds meetings next week.
One will take place November 18th at the Gilbert Plains Legion, with the other happening the following day at the Ste Rose Curling Rink.
Jolien Niemann is organizing the Gilbert Plains gathering.
"There will be a short selection of presentations and discussions on your cattle's nutrition and how to make the most of your winter feed program. And there will also be a chance at door prizes for anyone that attends."
Lunch will be served at both events, which run from 11:30 to 3 both days.
Pre registration is required by this Friday.
You can register by calling 431-738-8358 for the Gilbert Plains event, or 204-447-2545 for the Ste Rose meeting.
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It will be a prime opportunity to find something for the art lover on your Christmas list.
The annual Watson Arts Sale is set for November 21st at the WAC.
The event begins at 7 pm, and a full evening of activities is being planned, according to organizer Kathy Bellemare.
"Of course, there will be art viewing, but we hope people will hang around. So we have a few other activities. You can decorate cookies, you can make a button, you can get your picture taken with some neat frames that we will have, and of course look at the art and hopefully buy some of it. The bar will be open, and we will have some cupcakes that will be offered as well."
Bellemare says they already have around 200 pieces of art that will be up for sale this evening.
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An 18-year-old from O-Chi-Chak-Ko-Sipi is facing several charges after walking around his home community with a gun.
On November 10 at midnight, the RCMP arrested the 18-year-old male at his home and arrested him without incident.
A sawed-off shotgun was found in a bag along with ammunition. The suspect had pointed the gun at several youths in the community.
He faces four charges, including pointing a gun and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
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Charges have been laid against a fourth person following a pursuit of a stolen vehicle in Sandy Bay last week.
35-yeaar-old Lindsay Houle of Sandy bay has been charged with discharging a firearm with intent.
Houle joins 21-year-old Damney Demerais, 22-year-old Amrielle Beaulieu, and 35-year-old Tanita Beaulieu - all of Sandy Bay - who were all arrested by police following the pursuit last Monday.
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Parkland residents were very prominent at the Manitoba Country Music Association awards on Saturday night.
Binscarth's JR Charron won two awards - including music video of the year.
He also combined with Roblin's Ryan Keown and Mike Sacharko to win tribute artist of the year for their Highwaymen show.
Dauphin's Desiree Dorion was also a double winner, taking best female artist and album of the year, while Kate's Outlaw claimed emerging artist of the year.
Ethelbert's Jerry Sereda was named Indigenous artist of the year, while Alonsa's Rylan Knaggs claimed the all-star guitarist honour.
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The Rotary Club of Dauphin and Pathways Funeral Services have joined together to bring warmth, remembrance, and community spirit to the City of Sunshine this holiday season.
The Gift of Lights is back for the fifth year, first starting in 2020. You can visit Luke Macmillan at Pathways or any Rotarian and purchase a tree for $250.
That tree will be lighted, and you will get a sign with your loved one's name on it, and these trees will be placed at CN Park to light up the city.
"It's gone well every year. We have sold out our trees every year," said Macmillan. "We try to make 40 trees our goal, and we've done that pretty consistently. It's a good fundraiser for the Rotary Club and the projects they work on in the Parkland."
The trees will be up for everyone to see on the first weekend in December.
This initiative is community spirit at its finest. Macmillan says it's a pleasure to be a part of.
"I like to see people come together and remember their loved one," ended Macmillan. "I think people find it meaningful. Everyone has a memory with their family at Christmas time. This is one more way for people to honour their loved ones during the holiday season when they're having a tough time."
The deadline to order your tree is November 30. You can also reserve your tree online.
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Canadians will take time on Tuesday to remember those who have protected our country in past wars, and those that are serving in our Armed Forces today.
Norma Johnston with the Dauphin Legion has details on the local Remembrance Day service in our city.
"Our service is at Credit Union Place at 10:45. We ask people to be there by 10:30 to honour our veterans and those that served us."
Johnston feels it is important to take time out to honour our veterans.
"We honour our veterans who have served and gave the ultimate sacrifice of their life. But also those that are still living. And also our current veterans who are defending our country for the support to give us our freedom."
Following the service, there will be a ceremony at the Cenotaph on Memorial Boulevard beginning at noon.
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Following the resignation last month of town councillor Corinna Medwid, the Town of Swan River is looking to fill her seat at the council table.
Nomination packages are now available at the Town office on Main Street in Swan River.
Completed packages can be turned back in to the office between November 26th and December 2nd, during regular business ours.
They must include the candidate's declaration of qualification, as well as signatures from at least 25 eligible voters.
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Travelling to the northern parts will become more feasible if you have an electric vehicle in the near future.
Manitoba Hydro has chosen communities where electric vehicle charging stations will be located. There will be six charging stations between Winnipeg and Manitoba. They include Lundar, St. Martin, Grand Rapids, Ponton, Wabowden, and Thompson.
While Manitoba has hundreds of EV charging stations, many are limited to major highways and southern communities.
Peter Chura is the media relations officer with Manitoba Hydro.
"This bridges a gap in coverage," said Chura. "It also allows us to partner with First Nations. It could also unlock some tourism potential by making it more possible for people with electric vehicles to cover that distance between Winnipeg and Thompson."
Manitoba Hydro is in talks with vendors, suppliers, First Nations, and communities where the chargers will be to determine the exact location. The six-charger network is expected to be fully operational by the spring of 2027.
"Most of the chargers will be able to accommodate four vehicles at a time and take 20 to 30 minutes per vehicle," ended Chura. "Part of our priority in placing these stations is making sure they are in place where there are other amenities. Washrooms, a restaurant, or another gas station. Some places people can utilize while they wait for their vehicle to be charged, especially in the winter."
The chargers will align with market prices. A typical commercial charging session costs around $20 an hour.
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A an adult female was sent to the hospital after a two-vehicle collision in Swan River on Friday.
At 8:45 a.m., RCMP responded to the collision where a Buick Encore was travelling eastbound on Main Street and tried to turn north onto 9th Avenue North. When the vehicle entered the intersection, it was struck by a westbound van.
The adult male of the van was uninjured. The female was sent to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Icy conditions are suspected to have been a factor. With the return of winter driving conditions, the Swan River RCMP is urging everyone to be extra cautious.
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The Shoal Lake and area Food Bank will be the benefactors of this year's Stuff A Bus campaign in that community.
From 10 to 2 on Saturday, members of the Shoal Lake Lions Club will be driving the Handi-Van around that community, filling it with donations.
Among the items they are looking for are non-perishable foods such as canned goods, dry items like pastas, cereals and crackers, and condiments and baby food.
Unused toiletries, cleaning supplies and laundry soap will also be accepted, as will monetary donations.
Residents in Shoal Lake are encouraged to leave their donations at the end of their driveway on Saturday to be picked up by the Lions club members.
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