Dauphin Herald News
Tuesday, 29 March 2022 07:57
Construction continues
The steel girders for the new strip mall between the Super 8 Motel and Dauphin Co-op Gas Bar arrived and were unloaded, Mar. 21. Construction of the mall, which is expected to open in the fall, will continue all spring and summer.
Tuesday, 22 March 2022 07:59
Manitoba Public Insurance locations become mask friendly
While provincial health orders are lifting mandatory mask usage as of Mar. 15, Manitoba Public Insurance will become mask-friendly - encouraging its customers to wear a mask when attending a service or claim centre. However, they will no longer be mandatory. In situations where distancing is not possible, such as…
Tuesday, 22 March 2022 07:51
Extracurricular activities are of great importance
By Gabe MercierMVSD Trustee As parents and adults, we have come to realize how important, rich and rewarding participation in our community activities has been for our quality of life. The research is showing that students who participate in extracurricular activities benefit from the many opportunities provided by the events.…
Tuesday, 22 March 2022 07:48
Co-op efforts result in rapid relief funds
When Dauphin Consumers Co-op launched a fund-raising effort in aid of the Canadian Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal, they knew their patrons would be generous. But just how quickly goals for the appeal, which saw the local co-operative match the first $5,000 donated, were reach surprised everyone. Co-op began…
Tuesday, 22 March 2022 07:47
Walk sheds light on family violence
The Northwest Métis Council (NWMC) Inc., in partnership with the Dauphin RCMP Detachment, hosted the first-ever Family Violence Initiative Nature Walk at the Northgate Trails, Sunday afternoon. After the opening prayer, the event included speeches from Elders talking about their life experiences, a performance by the D-Town Steppers junior dancers…
Tuesday, 22 March 2022 07:45
City reports both general and utility surpluses
Difficulties posed by the pandemic resulted in a surplus in both the General Operating and the Utility Fund in 2021, Dauphin city councillors were told at their regular meeting, Mar. 14. The General Operating Fund surplus came in at $697,173. while the Utility Fund had a surplus of $143,237, director…
Tuesday, 15 March 2022 08:25
Thoughtful gift is community foundation’s largest ever
The Dauphin and District Community Foundation was the recipient of a significant donation from a Dauphin resident who passed away two years ago. Peter Sklepowich, who died May 14, 2020, bequeathed $507,088 to the foundation. Jason Beyette of Johnston and Company Law Office is in charge of the estate. He…
Tuesday, 15 March 2022 07:49
Grand Vieux Liquor Company getting its bottles in a row
What started as a joke amongst acquaintances soon became a reality when it came to starting up a partnership and distillery in Grandview. Since 2017, Grand Vieux Liquor Company has been busy behind the scenes working on their product line and is one step closer to getting their liquor ready…
Tuesday, 15 March 2022 07:45
Toboggan hill plan gains new partners, grows in scope
Progress is being made in regards to the proposed toboggan hill on the DMCC grounds. The organizing committee has entered into agreements with the Northwest Métis Council, Dauphin Friendship Centre and the Government of Treaty 2 Territory, who will all have representation on the committee. Committee member Stacey Penner was…
Tuesday, 15 March 2022 07:45
Relaxed visa rules should aid Ukrainian refugees: Rubeniuk
Full details have yet to be released, but Lindsay Rubeniuk of 100th Meridian Immigration believes plans to wave Visa requirements for Ukrainian refugees fleeing the war with Russia will make it easier for them to come to Canada. The Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant said the Canada Ukraine Authorization for Emergency…
Tuesday, 15 March 2022 07:43
Lytwyn highlighting the ability in disability, showing anything is possible
Life with a disability can be challenging at the best of times. Limitations can add to the stigma people with disabilities face when trying to go about their daily activities or trying to find acceptance from others. Winnipegosis resident, Alex Lytwyn has been breaking down barriers that try to prevent…
Tuesday, 15 March 2022 07:38
MVSD removes mask requirements in schools
Mountain View School Division (MVSD) is getting set to shed face masks in its 16 schools. Effective Mar. 15, MVSD will no longer require the use of a mask in any of its facilities. “We are following the provincial health mandate. The province has made the decision in the last…
Tuesday, 15 March 2022 07:36
Ward leaving MVSD
Mountain View School Division (MVSD) is on the hunt for a new superintendent/CEO as Dan Ward is leaving the division at the end of the school year. “I’ve taken a position with Garden Valley School Division, which starts in July. I’ll be their superintendent, effective this summer,” Ward said. When…
Tuesday, 15 March 2022 07:29
Gilbert Plains students get hands-on taste of ag. research
By Riley TuretskyGPCI Student On Dec. 7, 2021, Grades 11 and 12 students at Gilbert Plains Collegiate Institute (GPCI) were given the opportunity to sit in on former GPCI student, Chris Manchur’s “Agriculture through a Microscope” presentation. The presentation aimed to give rural high school students a chance to experience…
Tuesday, 15 March 2022 07:28
Parkland Chamber hands out hardware at Celebration Night
The Parkland Chamber of Commerce held its annual Celebration Night complete with awards at Countryfest Community Cinema, Mar. 10, and Gabe Mercier could not be more excited. “I really get excited about awards because awards come because of hard work, because of dedication,” the chamber president said to get the…