The road work under way in the south end of the City of Dauphin is an important project in terms of safety and convenience, but it is hardly the only highway work under way in the Parkland. Last week, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor, highlighted a provincial investment of…
Tuesday, 20 August 2024 10:51

A true success story

The Manitoba Summer Games, powered by Manitoba Hydro has come and gone and by all accounts it was a resounding success. When all was said and done, it was Winnipeg Blue which topped the medal count with 103 in total, including 50 gold, 30 silver and 23 bronze. Winnipeg Gold…
Wednesday, 14 August 2024 10:30

GPCC hosts annual senior tournament

The Gilbert Plains Country Club hosted its annual Senior Mixed Open Tournament, with 120 golfers taking part. Pearl Maksymetz won the ladies tournament, carding an 88. Sam Robinson was awarded second place on a countback, while Joan Miller was third. They both shot a 90. Sue Leney was awarded top…
Wednesday, 14 August 2024 10:29

Barbarians take advantage of shorthanded Mavs

A shortened lineup resulted in a lopsided loss for the Dauphin Mavericks, Saturday in Brandon. Facing the Barbarians with only 14 players available, dropped a 52-12 decision. Nick Searle and Willi Budzinski had Dauphin’s tries, while Daniel Evans had a convert. Mavericks player-coach Shawn Sarkonak said Brandon gave the Mavericks…
Wednesday, 14 August 2024 10:27

Dauphin Medical Clinic honoured by U of M

Dauphin Medical Clinic has been recognized as a centre of excellence when it comes to training the next generation of doctors. Nominated by Dr. Chavi Tejpal, a second year resident at the Parkland Family Medicine Residency Unit and Dr. Anthony Wightman, who recently completed his first year of the residency…
The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) celebrated the grand opening of its MEDOCare Pharmacy in Dauphin with a ribbon cutting ceremony, Friday afternoon. Vice-president of the Northwest Region and MMF Minister of Health and Wellness, and Early Learning and Child Care Frances Chartrand said the pharmacy has been in the works…
The Province of Manitoba has committed $2.11 million to repair damage done to the Gilbert Plains Country Club (GPCC) as a result of flooding this past spring. Dauphin MLA and Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn said it was an unfortunate circumstance that resulted in the flooding after a nearby dam was…
Two area projects received a financial boost courtesy of Fusion Credit Union’s Full Circle Fund. The Full Circle Fund, established by the credit union in 2019 to help their members and communities, has granted $25,000 towards Winnipegosis Curling Rink upgrades and $15,000 to the Watson Auditorium cooling project through it’s…
The host committee of the 2024 Manitoba Summer Games powered by Manitoba Hydro held a pep rally for its many volunteers, last week. The event gave the 800 volunteers a chance to get the information they will need when the games kick off next week. Carla Wolfenden, co-chair of the…
The 59th edition of Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival (CNUF) proved to be a success with ticket sales surpassing last year. CNUF president Kayla Gillis said the weekend was fantastic. “The weather has been great. A little bit of a sprinkle on Sunday morning, but it doesn’t damper us down,” she…
Wednesday, 31 July 2024 16:09

Second half woes continue for Mavs

The Dauphin Mavericks lost their third straight game, Sunday in Dauphin, falling 43-31 to the previously winless Winnipeg Wasps. Like their previous two losses on their home pitch, the Mavericks held a lead at halftime only to fall behind and lose the contest. Sunday, Dauphin led 24-22 at halftime, but…
Wednesday, 31 July 2024 16:07

Blizzard undergo name, logo change

The Blizzard Jr. A Hockey Club has a new name and logo. Well known as the OCN Blizzard since their inception in 1996, the organization has updated its name and logo effective immediately and will now operate as the Northern Manitoba Blizzard. “We wanted to show the inclusion and unity…
For half a century the Dauphin Friendship Centre (DFC) has been enhancing the quality of life in the community. Incorporated in 1974 as one of 11 friendship centres in Manitoba, the DFC celebrated its 50th anniversary as a not-for-profit, charitable organization, recently. The organization’s mission “to enhance the quality of…
Wednesday, 31 July 2024 16:05

59th CNUF promises something for everyone

For 59 years Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival has been a beacon of culture, celebrated among those of Ukrainian descent and shared with anyone wanting to experience the colourful, rich traditions of music, dance and food. And everything is in place to continue the celebration this August long weekend at the…
Two area projects are getting a helping hand thanks to Red River Mutual. The Manitoba based insurance company has awarded a total of $36,000 to help restore community spaces in Ste. Rose du Lac and Winnipegosis as part of its community sponsorship initiative, Spruce Up Your Story. Ste. Rose du…
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