Dauphin Herald
Tuesday, 25 April 2023 07:43
On strike
Braving unseasonable weather, local members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada whose jobs were deemed nonessential, were on the picket lines last week as the union seeks a new contract with the Government of Canada. Among other things the union is seeking wage increases and a deal on working…
Tuesday, 25 April 2023 07:42
Special concert planned in support of Ukrainian army
A special concert will take place later this week in support of the Ukrainian army’s defense of their homeland. Ukrainian artist Kozak Siromaha will perform at the Ukrainian Orthodox Hall, Apr. 30. Those attending the special evening will be immersed into the authentic lifestyle, music and singing of the Cossacks.…
Tuesday, 25 April 2023 07:39
Swimming lessons could be an adventure
By Ed StozekFor the Herald It was quite the adventure to partake in the swimming lessons first offered at Lake Dauphin in 1956. My wife Janice recalled that along with her older brother and sister, their mother drove them each day to Ochre-Beach to attend a two-week session with lessons…
Tuesday, 18 April 2023 07:45
U17 Vipers win home tournament
The U17 Parkland Vipers hosted a four-team volleyball tournament at Barker School, Saturday, going undefeated in winning the event. The Vipers scored a 25-13, 20-25 and 15-7 win over the Neepawa Voltage to open the tournament. Then they defeated Club West Smash, 25-11 and 25-16. The final match of the…
Tuesday, 18 April 2023 07:44
Shooting for gold
Kenai Mouck of the Parkland Jr. Rangers gets a shot off against the Moose Mountain Impact of Moosomin, Sask., Saturday, during the Parkland Showcase tournament at Credit Union Place. The Jr Rangers went on to win the tournament with a 4-2 win over the Manitoba Force of Winkler, on Sunday.…
Tuesday, 18 April 2023 07:43
Business Expo offering something for everyone
About 100 exhibitors will be on hand for the 32nd Kin Club Business Expo, Saturday and Sunday at the Parkland Recreation Complex. The exhibitors will be spread throughout Credit Union Place, the curling rink and the walking track, as well as the facility’s hallways. Expo organizer Daniel Pylypchuk of the…
Tuesday, 18 April 2023 07:41
Hitting the stage
Ethan Simons belts out an original song during Open Mic Night in the Old Fire Hall at the Watson Arts Centre, Friday. Each performer was able to do three songs, much to the delight of the everyone in attendance. The next Open Mic Night takes place, Apr. 28, at 7…
Tuesday, 18 April 2023 07:40
Schur put Ukrainian community at the forefront of his creative works
Danny Schur, an Ethelbert native who was a staunch promoter of the immigrant experience through his creative works, has died of brain cancer. Schur was an avid composer and producer who was best known for honouring his heritage by putting the Ukrainian immigrant experience at the heart of his creations.…
Tuesday, 18 April 2023 07:38
Parkland Ukrainian Family Fund gets a boost from founder
After launching the Parkland Ukrainian Family Fund with a $25,000 donation last year, Don Tarrant continued his strong support for the organization and the Ukrainian immigrants it sponsors with a further $25,000 gift last week. When things began last March, Tarrant said the idea was that two or three families…
Tuesday, 18 April 2023 07:36
MPs gather residents for a conversation on crime
Two federal legislators were in Dauphin last week for a conversation about crime. Specifically, Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa MP Dan Mazier and Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo MP Frank Caputo were in town to highlight two private member’s bills focused on bail reform. “We’re going to have a conversation around bail reform, what that actually means…
Tuesday, 18 April 2023 07:34
Pouring over possibilities
The Ukrainian Orthodox Auditorium in Dauphin hosted the 34th annual Gun and Hobby Show, Saturday and Sunday. There was plenty for the public to see as they browsed the many tables offering collectibles for sale or trade.
Tuesday, 18 April 2023 07:31
Agreement clears way for development
For the three parties involved, there is hope the signing of a special document Apr. 14 at Dauphin City Hall is a milestone in a long, prosperous and respectful relationship. Minegoziibe Anishinabe (Pine Creek First Nation), Ka Ka Kwe Ke Je Ong (Ebb and Flow First Nation) and the City…
Thursday, 13 April 2023 09:53
Golding specializes is preserving memories
Do you have any old photos or videos lying around the house and you don’t know what to do with them? Have you ever considered getting them digitized to make it easier to share them with family members? Sasha Golding of Silver Frame Productions can help as she offers digitizing…
Tuesday, 11 April 2023 07:52
Kings eliminated, look ahead to next season
The Manitoba Junior Hockey League will crown a new champion after the Dauphin Kings were eliminated from the McMunn and Yates Building Supplies Turnbull Cup Playoffs by the Swan Valley Stampeders. Swan Valley clinched the series with a 4-1 win in game six, Apr. 4, in Dauphin, winning the series…
Tuesday, 11 April 2023 07:50
Pirates invade Ireland for rugby exhibitions
Members of the Parkland Pirates youth rugby program had the trip of a lifetime, recently, when they traveled to Ireland where they played three exhibition games against Irish teams. According to program coach Aaron Miner, the team left Dauphin at midnight, Mar. 23, chartering a bus to Winnipeg. They flew…