Dauphin Herald
Tuesday, 12 December 2023 08:05
City looking for water rate increase
In an effort to not get caught without an umbrella, the City of Dauphin is approaching the Public Utilities Board about a possible increase in its water and sewer rates. Mayor David Bosiak said the city has been receiving hints from provincial agencies such as the Manitoba Water Services Board.…
Tuesday, 05 December 2023 07:20
FD calls down slightly in 2023
Dauphin Fire Department has been less busy so far in 2023 compared to the same period last year and fire chief Cam Abrey is okay with that. Between Jan. 1 to Oct 31, the department responded to 201 calls compared to 206 during the same period last year, Abrey told…
Tuesday, 05 December 2023 07:17
Urban highway snow clearing back in the hands of City crews
The Province of Manitoba and the City of Dauphin have once again come to terms with regards to snow clearing on provincially-owned roads in the community. Mike VanAlstyne, director of Public Works and Operations, said the province approached Dauphin with a lump sum offer of $50,000 to provide winter maintenance…
Tuesday, 05 December 2023 07:16
Clippers capture provincial bronze on home court
The Dauphin Clippers senior girls volleyball team entered the Manitoba High School Athletic Conference AAA Volleyball Provincials as the third seed and that is exactly where they finished, capturing the bronze medal on their home court, Saturday. Dauphin opened the tournament in the power pool, with the other top four…
Tuesday, 05 December 2023 07:12
Group forms to tackle weed problem in Dauphin Lake
Dauphin Lake is facing a health crisis, but it just might make it through the challenging time with a little help from its friends. A group, Friends of Dauphin Lake, has been formed to address health and vitality issues facing the water body with an eye to ensuring its future…
Tuesday, 05 December 2023 07:11
Canadians encouraged to invest in Victory Bonds
By Ed StozekFor the Herald During WWI and WWII the federal government sold Victory Bonds via Victory Loan campaigns to Canadian citizens, private corporations and various organizations in order to raise funds to help pay for the war. The bonds were a loan to the government and could be redeemed…
Friday, 01 December 2023 11:16
Submit your holiday recipes!
CALLING ALL COOKS!We at the Dauphin Herald want YOU to submit your awesome holiday recipes so we can share them with everyone in the Parkland this holiday season! We're looking for anything from desserts to sides to drinks and more!Email yours to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and it could end up in our…
Tuesday, 28 November 2023 08:32
Clippers battle Vikings
William Miner looks to make a play from behind the net in Friday’s 3-2 Clippers win over the Vincent Massey Vikings. Ronin Mouck, Liam Chartrand and Cody Zurba scored for Dauphin, while Owen Chubka made 18 saves to earn the win in goal. The two teams met again, Sunday in…
Tuesday, 28 November 2023 08:31
Ranger’s resiliency earns a split with the Thrashers
Hockey fans who like a lot of goals would have been happy with the two games this weekend between the Parkland Rangers and Winnipeg Thrashers. The two teams combined for 24 goals as the Thrashers scored a 10-5 win on Saturday at Credit Union Place, with the Rangers winning Sunday’s…
Tuesday, 28 November 2023 08:27
Clippers teams excited, ready for provincials
Dauphin is set to host the Manitoba High School Athletic Association AAA girls and boys volleyball provincials, this weekend at Credit Union Place. Twenty-four teams will be competing for a provincial title. The last time provincials were held in Dauphin, the Clippers senior girls were crowned provincial champions. In the…
Tuesday, 28 November 2023 08:24
RIDE program returns without its founder
The Dauphin Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program is gearing up for its 31st year of getting people home safely during the holiday season. Started by the late John Shuttleworth and RCMP Sgt. Ron Marlin, the program was the first of its kind in Manitoba and led the way for…
Tuesday, 28 November 2023 07:17
Supporting a friend
Above, Colton McLeod, 13, performs his rendition of Steve Earle’s Copperhead Road to open Bruce-a-Palooza, Sunday at the Watson Arts Centre. The event was a musical tribute and fund-raiser for Bruce Leperre, top, whose support of grassroots music is well known throughout the music industry. Leperre was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s…
Tuesday, 21 November 2023 07:51
Awards handed out
Will Miner, left, accepted the Norris Aitken Memorial Award from Cam Bennet at the Dauphin Clippers football team’s awards banquet, Nov. 15. Miner also won the Offensive Most Outstanding Player Award. Riley Lobert took home the Defensive Most Outstanding Player Award, as well as sharing the Playoff Most Outstanding Player…
Tuesday, 21 November 2023 07:45
Transition from horses to autos provides memories
In an era of transitioning from horses to automobiles it’s interesting to note some of the stories associated with these modes of transportation. During my formative years I had the opportunity to experience actual horse power, as well as the “horsepower” from the Chevy that my father purchased in 1952.…
Tuesday, 21 November 2023 07:44
Burning down the arena
The Hunter Brothers brought the Burning Down the Barn tour to Dauphin, Nov. 18, much to the delight of a large and enthusiastic audience at Credit Union Place. Sponsored by Dauphin’s Countryfest, the evening saw siblings J.J., Brock, Ty, Dusty and Luke Hunter fill their energetic and entertaining live show…