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The Manitoba government is making sure Manitobans have access to their cheques and other critical mail during the postal strike.
Beginning on Friday, critical mail will be directed to distribution centres around the province. Cheques for the Canada-Manitoba Housing Benefit can be picked up in Dauphin at Manitoba Families, the Provincial Building on 2nd Avenue Southwest.
In Roblin, cheques can be picked up on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 8:30 and 4:30 at Manitoba Agriculture, 117 - 2nd Avenue Southwest.
In Swan River, they can be picked up during business hours at Manitoba Families at 1431 - 1st Street North.
Provincial fines can be paid at these same distribution centres. You will need to show one piece of identification or two pieces of non-photo identification with your current address.
If you aren't sure which location has your cheque or other critical mail, call the Manitoba government inquiry line at 1-866-626-4862.
For a full list of distribution centres and the different types of cheques and critical mail included, head here.
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The 27th edition of Boyz and Bullz returns to the Eriksdaale Rec Centre this Friday night.
The event begins with a supper at 5:30, followed by bull riding at 7:30, with a Cowboy dance wrapping up the evening at 9:30.
Ben Kinkead with Crossfire Bull Riding says some of the best bull riders in the country will be in Eriksdale for this event.
"Jeremy Maisonneuve is the top guy in Bull Riders Canada. He is a young bull rider from Quebec who has lit up the entire country this summer, breakng records for earnings. Cody Coverchuk is a two-time PBR Canada national champion. He will be in Eriksdale. Twelve months ago, William Barrows was in Edmonton and became a Canadian Professionaal Rodeo Association champion."
Tickets are available from select Credit Union branches in the Eriksdale area.
Also, starting today, a select number of premium reserved seats are going on sale a a cost of $60 each.
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RCMP in Russell are investigating fires at a pair of neighbouring restaurants that took place over the weekend.
Mounties say a piece of asphalt was used to break a window to the A&W restaurant, with a fire being set near that window.
Someone also used a bottle to break a window at the Chicken Chef, with a fire also set inside of that building.
Both fires occurred around 12:30 Saturday morning, and were put out before police and fire crews arrived on scene.
Minimal damage was reported to both buildings.
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The City of Dauphin is reminding residents that third quarter utility bills will not be mailed out due to the postal strike.
Residents are encouraged to sign up for e-billing before October 9th by visiting the city's website.
If you do not sign up for e-billing, you can pick up a printed copy of your utility bill at city hall during regular business hours after October 20th.
Third quarter utility bills are due as of November 17th, and city residents still need to pay their bill by that date in order to avoid late payment penalties.
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It was closed after severe flooding in the spring of 2022 that damaged the trail and its infrastructure.
Three years later, the Boreal Trail in Riding Mountain National Park is open. The Boreal Trail winds through the boreal forest, crosses fenland, and offers tranquil views of Jackfish Creek. New bridges, boardwalks, benches, and trail tread support a refreshed visitor experience in this sanctuary of towering trees and glistening water.
It's located about 25 minutes from Dauphin and 25 from Wasagaming.
"It's pretty easy to access. It's a short 1.2-kilometre loop trail that is great for families," said Brett Smith, Visitor Experience Product Development Officer with Riding Mountain National Park. "It's also for those who use mobility aids. That was a cool feature with this project; it allowed us to invest in areas that support the broad groups of users that will use this trail."
There is also a new exhibit featured along the trail. It was developed in collaboration with Anishinaabe Elders. It highlights how wetlands connect land and people through water and describes the importance of the boreal forest to life and creation.
"It shares a little bit of different perspectives than what was there previously," offered Smith. "The hope is that people can connect differently with the importance of the boreal forest and that part of Riding Mountain National Park."
The trail is open year-round. In the summer, it's maintained for hiking. In the winter, it remains open for snowshoeing. You can see current trail conditions, seasonal changes, and temporary closures on the trail cam.
The leaves are starting to change and fall. Wildlife is out and about. Riding Mountain National Park is at its peak of beauty, and you can be a part of the magic. Whether it's to go for a drive through or stop for a picnic with friends, Smith says this time of the year is the perfect time for a visit.
"It's a great time of year to come and visit the park," ended Smith. "For the most part, Manitoba mosquitoes have been put to bed for the season. Come out and explore everything Riding Mountain National Park has to offer."
You can plan ahead by checking current trail conditions, seasonal changes, and temporary closures on the trail cam.
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Swimming is back in Dauphin.
The Kin Aquatic Centre inside the Parkland Rec Complex is open after a month of maintenance.
There is a lane swim on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6:30 to 8:00 a.m.
"We are super excited to have the pool back open," said Lindsey Kyle, assistant general manager with Dauphin Rec. "It's freshly painted. Happy to have the Parkland Gators and all of our key members back."
At this time, Dauphin Rec is unable to provide lifeguard coverage during daytime hours. This means the pool will be closed between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. It will reopen after 4:00 p.m.
There will be aqua fit in the evenings and adult swim. Swimming lessons will also be a priority, and all other programming will return.
Kyle says they hope the staffing shortage will only be short-term.
"We have been and actively are looking for a head lifeguard," ended Kyle. "It's a common problem across Canada right now. There is a lifeguard shortage. We have been fortunate the past couple of years to have had graduating students stick around for a year or two, and they've been able to cover daytime shifts."
For updated schedules weekly, visit Dauphin Rec on Facebook.
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As of October 1st, if you work at Minimum Wage in Manitoba, you get a wage increase.
The province has increased Minimum Wage, for provincially-regulated employees, to $16.00 per hour.
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No vote was needed to determine the new leader of the Manitoba Liberal Party.
Former Winnipeg Blue Bomber Willard Reaves was declared the winner of the party leadership contest on Monday. Reaves was the only qualified canditate and was declared the winner without a vote.
Reaves first ran for the Liberals in a March 22 byelection in Fort Whyte. He lost to Obby Khan, the leader of the Progressive Conservatives. He lost in the fall 2023 provincial election.
In a statement, the president of the Liberals, Terry Harward, says the former Bomber great will transition into the new position over the coming weeks.
"Mr. Reaves brings a wide range of experiences to the position of party leader," Hayward said. "He will work closely with Cindy Lamoureux, our sitting member, to champion issues and concerns of Manitobans across the province."'
The now 66-year-old played for the Bombers from 1983 to 1987.
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Here is a list of what is open and closed on Tuesday during National Daay for Truth and Reconciliation.
All City of Dauphin-owned facilities are closed, including City Hall, the Parkland Rec Complex, the city Waste Disposal Site, and the Public Works Shop.
All local municipal offices and area landfills are also closed on Tuesday, and will re-open on Wednesday.
Dauphin Co-op grocery store, and Canada Safeway are all open until 6 pm today.
Ken's No Frills in Dauphin is open until 9 pm.
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Municipality of McCreary says repairs to their main water line have been completed.
However, they ask residents to continue to conserve water as much as possible, in order to aid the recovery of the reservoir.
The boil water advisory also remains in effect until further notice, meaning water must be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute before it is used for any kind of comsumption.
The bulk water station in McCreay will remain closed until 9 am this morning to allow the system to stabilize and the reservoir to refill,.
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It was an arrival that was two years in the making.
So when it arrived last week, it was all smiles at the Gilbert Plains Fire Department—a 2023 Ford Walk-Around Rescue Apparatus. Rescue 3 will hold all the equipment that both Rescue 1 and Rescue 2 trucks previously held.
Courtney Roehl, the CAO for the Gilbert Plains Municipality, says this was a much-needed upgrade.
"It's great. It was definitely a necessity for the community," said Roehl. "We can have all of our equipment in one truck. It's all equipped with radio communication, slide-outs, and roll-out trays for all our extrication equipment, breathing apparatus, first-aid supplies, traffic signage, and more."
Jim Musey serves as the department's fire chief. In all, 22 men and women serve and protect the Gilbert Plains RM.
"We have a great team here. They are always willing to step up and help," ended Roehl. "We have good response times. Many of our firefighters are municipal staff. They're fantastic and are a great asset to our team."
The RM thanks Tim Waldner and his staff from Acres Industries for the outstanding build.
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