Dauphin Herald News
Tuesday, 07 July 2026 11:27
Local businesses get Hwy. 5 bridge reopened during flood
Last week’s flooding in the Parkland resulted in numerous washouts to roads and bridges within the region.The bridge over the Wilson River on Hwy. 5 between Dauphin and Gilbert Plains was damaged in the flooding, but was quickly repaired thanks to Reit-Syd Equipment Ltd. of Dauphin and Stirling Aggregates.Manitoba Infrastructure…
Tuesday, 07 July 2026 11:25
Water levels lowering, damage being assessed
The water came quickly, receded almost as fast, and left in its wake a path of destruction, which included a long list of provincial infrastructure, municipal assets and private property.Across the Parkland people woke up on Canada Day to swollen rivers and creeks, overland flooding and flooded basements, courtesy of…
Wednesday, 01 July 2026 12:04
Travel advisory issed by RM of Dauphin
Due to rapidly rising water levels along rivers and deteriorating conditions throughout the municipality, residents are strongly advised not to travel on any municipal roads unless absolutely necessary. Conditions are changing quickly, and many roads may be unsafe or impassable. Please be aware that not all road closures and hazards…
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 13:59
Residents asked to reduce water usage
Due to the significant rainfall, the City of Dauphin's wastewater system has reached capacity.Although all lift stations and pumps are operating as designed, they cannot keep up with the volume of water entering the system.Residents are being asked to reduce water use until further notice immediately. Your co-operation is critical…
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 10:38
RM of Dauphin declares State of Emergency
On June 30, att 9:40 a.m., the Rural Municipality of Dauphin declared a State of Local Emergency due to significant and unprecedented rainfall causing overland flooding.Public Works crews are actively monitoring the situation and responding to calls as they are received.We caution our residents not to cross flooded roads and…
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 10:34
Countryfest dodges weather, packs the stands
Although Sunday’s headline show was shutdown early due to an emergency weather alert, it was another successful Dauphin’s Countryfest and president Duane McMaster couldn’t be happier.McMaster said this year’s ticket sales were stronger than last year, although the final numbers have yet to be tabulated.“More than twice as many tickets…
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 10:30
Fair a chance for community, agriculture to reconnect: Panko
George Panko can not help but be impressed with the community’s connection to agriculture and how that connection manifests itself into the incredible support received by the Dauphin Agricultural Society (DAS) at its annual fair and exhibition.The DAS president reflected on that support as the 2026 fair wound down around…
Tuesday, 23 June 2026 11:43
Program poses pigeon problem panacea
The City of Dauphin has taken steps to address a perceived downtown pigeon problem.At its regular meeting, June 8, council was informed administration, acting on an initiative approved as part of the 2026 financial plan, has entered into an agreement with Orkin Canada to oversee a pigeon population management program…
Tuesday, 23 June 2026 11:38
Class of 2026 embarks on a new chapter
The Dauphin Regional Comprehensive Secondary School celebrated the Class of 2026, Saturday at Credit Union Place.This year saw 143 graduates walk across the stage to receive their diplomas.Following the processional, greetings were brought by Mountain View School Division assistant superintendant Gord Wood, MVSD trustee Jarri Thompson and DRCSS principal Taylor…
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…