Dauphin Herald News
Wednesday, 05 November 2025 10:06
Pilot project offering a warm safe space for railway riders
VIA Rail passengers will now have a warm place to wait for the train in Dauphin thanks to a new partnership between the City of Dauphin and the Dauphin Rail Museum. Beginning earlier this week, Dauphin Rail Museum extended its operating hours to ensure rail passengers, whether they are boarding…
Wednesday, 05 November 2025 10:05
Yakimishen standing out in Canadian manufacturing scene
The role manufacturing plays in rural economies often goes unnoticed, especially in areas where agriculture dominates the scene. But Ritz Machine Works Inc. in Dauphin was drawn out of the shadows recently when it’s Director of Operations, Bryan Yakimishen, was named one of the top 10 manufacturing leaders in Canada…
Thursday, 23 October 2025 11:56
Lack of government support kills an important bill, says Manitoba’s opposition
Manitoba’s opposition Progressive Conservatives are upset with Premier Wab Kinew and his NDP government for voting against an Opposition Day motion they say would bring labour equality and equity to construction job sites in Manitoba. The motion would have immediately reversed what Borderland MLA Josh Guenter, PC Critic for Labour,…
Thursday, 23 October 2025 11:55
Dr. David O’Hagan marks 40 years as a Ste. Rose physician
Ste. Rose physician Dr. David O’Hagan was honoured with an appreciation dinner as he celebrates 40 years as a doctor at Ste. Rose Hospital. Originally from South Africa, Dr. O’Hagan graduated from the Cape Town University School of Medicine in 1977. He then spent another six years in further training…
Thursday, 23 October 2025 11:52
Service celebrates its first 40 years
The Dauphin and District Handivan Association (DDHA) has provided safe, reliable and vital, transportation services for seniors, persons with disabilities, and others with mobility challenges. DDHA celebrated 40 years with an event at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 20, Saturday. Board members, drivers and clients were invited for coffee…
Tuesday, 14 October 2025 15:18
RM council unanimously approves recreation funding agreement with the City
The Rural Municipality of Dauphin council held its regular meeting, Oct. 7. Accounts and finances Council approved 19 cheques, as well as payroll and online payments in the amount of $176,615.57. Transportation Assistant public works foreman Charlie Mosionier reported the gravel program is complete, as is roadside mowing. The mowers…
Tuesday, 14 October 2025 15:17
Local dance instructor has a Highland experience
Receiving the certificate for a successfully completed teaching exam brought back memories of a recent trip to Scotland for a local Highland dance instructer. Mackenna Telfer was in Scotland in July to compete at the Luss Highland Games, bringing home a second place finish in her category. The day prior…
Tuesday, 14 October 2025 15:16
Firearm threat locks down school
A youth has been remanded in custody following a threat with a fire arm at Ebb and Flow School. On Oct. 7, at approximately 11 a.m., Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP were dispatched to a report of a youth pointing a firearm at the school. Officers responded immediately and were…
Friday, 10 October 2025 15:01
Yunker invites everyone to slow down and soak in the season at special holiday concert
Nicole Yunker wishes everyone a merry Christmas. And to help make that happen, the local diva has planned a special evening of music to ease people into the holiday season, while raising funds for the Watson Arts Centre. Tickets for Nicole and Friends: A Christmas Celebration go on sale tomorrow.…
Friday, 10 October 2025 14:59
Electronic billing is the best way to beat the postal strike for utility costs
City Council took the opportunity to get some work done prior to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation holiday during a regular meeting, Sept 29. Utility bills With the postal strike, City administrators are encouraging everyhone to sign up for electronic billing to ensure they do not miss the…
Wednesday, 01 October 2025 08:26
Dauphin artists nab multiple nominations
Dauphin artists are dominating the scene at the 2025 Manitoba Country Music Awards this fall. Local group Kate’s Outlaw is in the running for seven awards, while solo artist Desiree Dorian has been nominated in five categories. The Dauphin-based country-rock group Kate’s Outlaw will be looking to collect hardware in…
Wednesday, 01 October 2025 08:25
Lithium-ion batteries need special attention and handling, says fire chief
Much of what we use in our daily lives is powered by lithium ion batteries. The batteries are used to power smartphones, laptops, tablets, digital cameras, power tools, e-cigarettes, e-bikes, e-scooters, smartwatches, fitness trackers, cordless vacuums and more and knowing how to properly charge, maintain and dispose of the batteries…
Wednesday, 01 October 2025 08:24
City and RM reach agreement in principle on recreation funding
The City and the RM of Dauphin have struck a deal when it comes to funding recreation in the community in the future. The agreement in principle arrived at last week will see the RM provide $419,000 in recreation funding next year followed by per capita contributions in 2027 and…
Wednesday, 24 September 2025 11:28
Proclamations lead off regular meeting of Dauphin city council
City council read and passed several proclamations as part of its regular meeting Sept. 15. Sept. 15 to 21 was proclaimed as Rail Safety Week, recognizing that 261 railway crossing and trespassing incidents occurred across the country in 2024, resulting in 68 avoidable fatalities and 58 avoidable serious injuries. The…
Wednesday, 24 September 2025 11:28
Dauphin RCMP report a busy week of calls for service
A weekly wrap of policing activities at the Dauphin detachment show a busy week began Sept. 7, a day police received 24 calls for service It began at approximately 2 a.m., when officers on patrol conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with two male occupants on Fourth Avenue Southeast.…