Dauphin Herald
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:49
Carefoot gets help behind the bench
Former Rangers Colton Robak and Chris Belhumeur will join head coach Tyler Carefoot on the Parkland Rangers’ bench this season. After two seasons with the Rangers, Robak played junior A hockey with the Manitoba Junior Hockey League’s Steinbach Pistons and OCN Blizzard. He helped out at times last season as…
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:48
Around the corner
The ice is in at Credit Union Place, which can only mean hockey season is not that far away. An elite skills and skating camp takes place at the CUP, Aug. 2 to 5, featuring former Dauphin Kings Grady Hobbs and Nakodan Greyeyes, as well as strength and conditioning coach…
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:47
Fender bender
A two-vehicle accident on River Avenue, Saturday morning delayed the start of the Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival parade. One vehicle had pulled over to let passengers out to watch the parade and was rear ended by another vehicle. No one was injured in the accident.
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:44
Knight recognized as RBC Future Launch’s Future of Good 2022 Young Impact Leaders
Former Gilbert Plains resident, Erin Knight, has been acknowledged as one of 30 RBC Future Launch’s Future of Good 2022 Young Impact Leaders. Knight’s prior achievements have been instrumental in getting her to where she is today. “I’ve embarked on a whirlwind of a journey since I graduated high school…
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:41
Dealership helps out
Jim Perchaluk of the Parkland Ukrainian Family Fund accepts a cheque for $1,203 from general manager Wade Thiele, while, from left, Dean Cooley, family fund committee members Don Tarrant and Larry Hrytsay, and the dealership’s Business Development manager Alyson Sametz and Marketing co-ordinator Taylor Cooley join them for the presentation.…
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:40
City impresses visiting Communities in Bloom judges
Dauphin put on its best face last Thursday as judges from Communities in Bloom (CiB) toured the city evaluating beautification efforts and a variety of other criteria such as environmental action, heritage conservation, tree management, landscape and plant and floral displays. I just want to say your town looks fabulous…
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:38
Retinal specialist pilot program lands in Dauphin
Ashcroft Vision Care is partnering with the province to provide advanced eye care options for Parkland residents that does not involve travel to Brandon or Winnipeg. Health Minister Audrey Gordon was in Dauphin last week to announce a retinal specialist pilot program, which will see retinal specialists from Winnipeg travel…
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:35
Entertainment and dignitaries at No. 10
By Ed StozekFor the Herald Early in October 1943, Group Captain (G/C) John C. Huggard took over the command of No. 10. SFTS Dauphin from Wing Commander C.F. Newcombe. A veteran flier, G/C Huggard had served in the Royal Air Force in France from 1916-19. He was shot down over…
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:34
Honouring the past
The Very Reverend Father Oleg Bodnarski gives a blessing at a celebration honouring pioneers at the Trembowla Cross of Freedom, July 31. It was the first time in two years the historic site has been able to celebrate the service, held annually on the Sunday of Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival…
Tuesday, 02 August 2022 07:23
CNUF return to Selo Ukraina better than expected
After a two-year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival (CNUF) made a triumphant return over the weekend with three fun-filled days full of Ukrainian culture and heritage. CNUF president Kayla Gillis felt this year’s festival was fantastic, thanks in part to more people attending than expected.…
Tuesday, 26 July 2022 07:39
Open mic night returns
Tyson Vandepoele and Damion Knapman hit the stage at the Watson Arts Centre’s Old Fire Hall, Friday, during a summertime open mic night. A small, but appreciative audience enjoyed the musical stylings of several local musicians. The next open mic night will take place, Aug. 19.
Tuesday, 26 July 2022 07:38
Food for fun
Parkland Campus Kids Daycare held a successful fund-raising barbecue at Dauphin Consumer’s Co-op, July 20. The group managed to raise a total of $1,155 to go towards a shade structure for the children to enjoy at the natural play space outdoors at the daycare on the grounds of Assiniboine Community…
Tuesday, 26 July 2022 07:34
Mavericks improving on the pitch
The Dauphin Mavericks are back on the pitch, playing in Rugby Manitoba’s M League. The league features seven teams, most based in Winnipeg. On Saturday, Dauphin scored an impressive 55-10 win over the Winnipeg Assassins. The win was Dauphin’s second straight victory, coming off the heels of a 20-0 win…
Tuesday, 26 July 2022 07:33
Ace recorded at Battle of the Belts
The Battle of the Belts has new champions, while a Stonewall golfer went home $1,000 richer at the Gilbert Plains Country Club, Sunday. The highlight of the tournament came when Shane Saunders of Stonewall sank his tee shot for a hole-in-one on no. 4. Dale Murray and Boston Karlson combined…
Tuesday, 26 July 2022 07:32
GPCC hosts ladies scramble
Pearl Maksymetz and Marilyn Schwitzer teamed up to win the 2022 Gilbert Plains Two-person Ladies Scramble, Saturday at the Gilbert Plains Country Club. The pair shot a 77 to finish one shot ahead of Teresa Gulak and Stephanie Remniak. Jill Watt and Jen Knutson were third with an 80. Melissa…