Dauphin Herald News
Tuesday, 16 June 2026 11:33
Sobr Market franchise offering quality alternatives to alcohol
Quite often one of the main drivers of social events is drinking, and those who cannot, or do not want to consume alcohol can find themselves on the outside looking in.Val McInnes of Bloom ’n Bean in Dauphin is looking to change that through her recently opened Sobr Market franchise…
Tuesday, 16 June 2026 11:30
Lakeshore council holds public meeting to discuss financial situation
The Rural Municipality of Lakeshore hopes to borrow almost $2.5 million to cover deficits its current council discovered after examining financial records going back more than a decade.Council held a public meeting, June 8, in Ochre River to discuss introducing a bylaw to authorize the borrowing of $2,497,543 million from…
Tuesday, 09 June 2026 13:11
Parkland Campus celebrates Class of 2026 at convocation
Assiniboine College Parkland Campus held its annual graduation ceremony, celebrating 71 graduates.Following the processional and the elder blessing from Reg Nepinak, Parkland Campus director Carol Stewart made some opening remarks.AC president Mark Frison then brought greetings, as did Kayla Gillis on behalf of the Assiniboine College Alumni Association.Then it was…
Tuesday, 09 June 2026 13:08
Recycling depot now accepting cardboard only
The City of Dauphin is hoping operational changes at the residential recycling drop off location on First Avenue Southeast will improve conditions at the facility.From now on, the depot will accept only cardboard.“This is in response to ongoing misuse, contamination, and illegal dumping that were making the site increasingly difficult…
Tuesday, 02 June 2026 13:09
Fire department has a full roster, chief reports
Dauphin fire chief Cam Abrey was pleased to report a positive staffing situation for the Dauphin Fire Department as part of his report on the department’s operations for the first quarter of 2026 to Dauphin city council at its regular meeting, May 25.“For the first time since 2019, we’re currently…
Tuesday, 02 June 2026 13:07
Highway renamed in honour of hometown hero
People making their way between the north gate of Riding Mountain National Park and the City of Dauphin will now be travelling on the Lt.-Col. William G. Barker VC Highway.The Manitoba government officially renamed the section of PTH 10 at a special gathering Friday at the Dauphin airport, which also…
Tuesday, 26 May 2026 13:16
Dauphin Rail Museum holds turntable memorial project open house
The Dauphin Rail Museum is set to begin fund-raising for the Dauphin Rail Turntable Exhibit.To set the wheels in motion, the first of two open houses were held at the museum, Saturday.The open house, which included a rendering of the exhibit, was intended to be a question-and-answer session regarding the…
Tuesday, 26 May 2026 13:14
City council lends support to proposed housing development
Dauphin city councillors gathered for a special meeting, May 19, to lend their support to a proposed housing development.The Willow Lake Properties proposal involves the construction of a 45-unit apartment building adjacent to Riverside Road as phase one of a larger, $11 million development, which will include affordable rental units…
Tuesday, 19 May 2026 13:17
New paramedic training program to start in Dauphin
Dauphin is set to play an important role in helping to address a shortage of paramedics in the province.During his State of the Province address hosted by the Brandon Chamber of Commerce last week, Premier Wab Kinew announced a $115,000 investment for Assiniboine College to create a new rotating rural…
Tuesday, 19 May 2026 13:17
Dauphin and District Community Foundation announces spring grants
Eighteen applicants were successful in receiving grants from the Dauphin and District Community Foundation.DDCF board chair Kristen Haverluck announced the spring grant recipients at the Parkland Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the City luncheon, May 12.Recipients include:• Almost New Store - $2,200 for a cash register, projector and screen…
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 13:37
Dauphin’s Countryfest launches new promotion as 2026 festival approaches
With just a couple of months until the 2026 edition of Dauphin’s Countryfest, organizers have launched a new promotion to put more people in the stands.The Two Step and Stay program is offering a free campsite in the Fisher regular campground for anyone purchasing two general admission weekend passes for…
Wednesday, 06 May 2026 09:42
Kates Outlaw celebration set for the CUP
Kates Outlaw has a new album coming out soon and will celebrate with an album release party, June 6, at Credit Union Place. Echo of the Engines will feature 10 songs and fans can expect to hear a bit of a different sound from the band. “It’s mostly a whole…
Wednesday, 06 May 2026 09:40
MLA honours Malcolm’s leadership
Dauphin MLA Ron Kostyshyn took an opportunity to recognize a leader in education in the Manitoba Legislature recently. On Apr. 23, 2 Kostyshyn, shared a member’s statment honouring Darcy Malcolm of Ebb and Flow First Nation for his outstanding leadership in education. Malcolm was present and was joined by his…
Wednesday, 06 May 2026 09:39
City adds to tax take to keep moving forward
Not surprisingly, Dauphin residents can expect to see a slight increase in their property tax bills for 2026. At a special meeting last night, council began the process of adopting the financial plan, which includes a five per cent increase over last year. The 2026 mill rate of 19.021 is…
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 13:48
Community Yard Sale registration window open now
People wanting to pass along some of their treasures to their neighbours are now able to register for the second annual Community-Wide Yard Sale, set for May 30. City residents are invited to host a yard sale at their property and be included on the official community-wide yard sale map…