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The Dauphin Food Bank began operating in 2000.

25 years later, a group of dedicated volunteers continues to serve Dauphin and the surrounding area. And for the next several months, intakes will continue at Parkland Crossing. With the sale of that facility and ongoing renovations, Robin Gambler says they have been granted an extension as renovations have begun on the other side of the building.

So that means the Food Bank will continue at its current location at Parkland Crossing until June of next year.

"It's a big relief, we were worried. Originally, we were told we had to be out by September," said Gambler. "We were in a panic; we hadn't found a place. Now that we have this extension, we can thoroughly look instead of just moving into a place that wouldn't be perfect for us."

Gambler says the search for a building of at least 2,500 square feet continues. If you have a spot in mind, you can call Robin at 648-6828 or 638-5707.

In the meantime, as operations continue at Parkland Crossing, Robin says they're looking for donations of non-perishable food items.

"Soups, Kraft Dinner, macaroni, spaghetti, pork and beans," said Gambler. "We are very low on personal hygiene stuff right now, so that would work as well."

If you have a larger amount of donations, contact Robin, and she can meet you at the Food Bank. If you can put together a few bags, you can deliver them to Robin at the Food Bank. Gambler is very appreciative that so many Dauphinites have stepped up over the years.

"Dauphin is so generous, this is such a generous community," commented Gambler. 

Robin is on the 10-person board for the Dauphin & District Food Bank. For her, helping the community has always been near and dear to her heart.

"By 2001, I was on the board. Seeing people who need food touched me," ended Gambler. "Being able to help them out and help those kids and single people who don't live on much. There are so many people struggling. Now it's even worse, so many working people are coming because they don't have enough money to feed their families. After all, rent and everything are so expensive."

The Dauphin & District Food Bank, here to serve you. The next intake is October 23. You'll need to bring photo ID, and it must show your current address. You can receive a hamper every four weeks. 

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The Manitoba government has announced an extension of the rent freeze for Agricultural Crown Lands forage leases into the 2026 growing season. 

Agriculture Minister and Dauphin MLA Ron Kostyshyn feels freezing the rates for another year will provide an incentive for producers to increase cow numbers in the province. 

"We are probably at the lowest cow numbers in North America.  That goes back to 1980 and 1985 where we saw the lowest numbers.  There is definitely a high demand for beef nowadays, and our provincial government felt that this was a time to help out producers and provide some opportunities to increase more cow numbers and helping ot producers that are in the beef industry."

At $3.66 per animal unit month, the current rental rate in Manitoba remains the lowest in Western Canada. 

The freeze comes at a critical time, following a year marked by extreme weather, volatile trade markets, and feed supply challenges. 

Kostyshyn adds they are also launching the first phase of public engagement into how the Agricultural Crown Lands program will look in the future.

Interested parties are encouraged to fill out an online survey at EngageMB by November 24th. 

Further consultations will be planned for later dates as the process moves along. 

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After being at 75 per cent completed to start the month, progress continues to be made in harvesting this year's crop across the Northwest region.

Harvest is now 82 per cent complete in the region, according to the latest Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report. 

That is slightly behind the province-wide mark of 86 per cent.  

Spring wheat is 98 per cent harvested, while Canola is at 90 per cent complete.  

There are some concerns over severe lodging in some canola crops, while other crops have had issues with green plant material not being able to be seperated from the seed.

Soybean harvest is now in full swing with 30 per cent of this year's crop taken off the field so far.  

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RCMP are investigating after a body was discovered outside of a Yorkton home this week. 

The discovery was made Tuesday afternoon just after 3 o'clock.

Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes consider the death to be suspicious in nature. 

The name or gender of the deceased have not been released. 

Mounties are asking anyone that lives in the 100 block of Victoria Avenue in Yorkton to check the\ir security or doorbell camera footage for any suspicious activity between Sunday and Tuesday afternoon.

Anyone with info on this case should contact Yorkton RCM

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The day is finally here.

Ste. Rose's Hoof 'N' Holler is going stronger than ever, and the family-friendly festival begins on Thursday night.

Emilie Durston is the president of the Ste. Rose Hoof 'N' Holler Committee.

If you haven't checked out the festival in past years, Durston says it's a must-visit.

"Basically, it's a festival that brings the community together to celebrate our agricultural roots, and Thanksgiving," she added.

Thursday events include a Ste. Rose Prevost Foundation bingo at the Community Hall, starting at 6:00.

On Friday, there's a family fun carnival at the Kinsmen beer gardens from 4:00 to 7:00; there's an 18+ beer pong tournament at 9:00 in the Ste. Rose curling rink, followed by live music from 9:30 to 12:30 a.m.; and Saturday starts with a parade at 10:00 a.m.

"We've got some wagon rides, there is a Métis Mini Market, which we are super excited about," said Durston. "We have a craft sale, and the Heartland Rodeo starts at 3:00 at the Ste. Rose skating rink. Then, there's live music at night."

The festival continues into Sunday with another jam-packed day.

"We've still got lots happening, starting with a pancake breakfast, and the proceeds are going to the Ste. Rose playground committee," ended Durston. "The Maeghan Bramley Memorial Steppers perform at 10:00 a.m., coin in the straw for those aged 15-and-under. There's more rodeo action at 1:00, and a cabaret starting at 8:00 p.m."

The 47th Hoof 'N' Holler Queen will be named at 10:00 p.m., during the cabaret. It's going to be an incredible weekend in Ste. Rose, and you can see the schedule here.

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Ernie Sirski admits it was a long and arduous process.

That process has officially come to an end. The City of Dauphin and the Rural Municipality of Dauphin have both approved a new recreation agreement that establishes a fair and sustainable approach to the long-term operation and funding of Dauphin Recreation Services.

City of Dauphin Council unanimously approved the agreement on September 29. On October 7, the RM of Dauphin Council unanimously approved it.

Ernie Sirski is the Reeve for the RM of Dauphin. 

"I'm glad that we have reached a resolution," said Sirski. "It's for the betterment of Dauphin Rec Services moving forward. Hopefully, now we can put this behind us for at least three years."

The agreement sees the RM provide $419,000 in recreation funding in 2026. 

Contributions in 2027 and 2028 would be on a per capita basis with a cost-of-living cap on any annual increases.

The RM will also contribute $50,000 per year for capital requirements over and above its operating contributions.

The agreement also introduces an upgraded governance structure for DRS to strengthen collaboration and transparency in decision-making.

When we caught up with the Mayor of Dauphin, David Bosiak, he was thrilled.

The new agreement takes effect on January 1, 2026. Both municipalities have expressed appreciation for the cooperative approach taken throughout the final stages of the negotiation process.

This is great news for recreation at the Parkland Rec Complex for now and down the road.

"Well, I sincerely hope so," ended Sirski. "There are other issues besides recreation that we have to deal with at both the City and Rural Municipality side. Now we can park this, put it aside, we've got a deal together. Now we can go on to other issues."

Mayor Bosiak says upgrades under the new agreement could include, but not be limited to:

"Like the normal wear and tear, you want to replace the carpets when they're worn out," ended Bosiak. "You want new chairs in the hallway when they're old. Those sorts of things kept getting pushed down the line because DRS wasn't sure about the budget. Those are the things that we hope to address in the next little while."

Recreation in Dauphin is in a great spot. 

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UPDATE:

It's a great outcome.

Brian has been located and is safe. 

The RCMP thanks for the public for the assistance. 

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Dauphin RCMP are worried for the wellbeing of a 38-year-old man as temperatures continue to dip overnight. 

Brian Lamirande was last seen walking eastbound on Veterans Drive in Dauphin on October 3. He was wearing a backpack and wearing a hoodie. 

He was reported missing from an address on 3rd AVE SE.

Brian is described as 6’1”, 300 lbs with short brown/blonde hair.

If you have any information on his whereabouts, please call the Dauphin RCMP at 204-622-5020, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.

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A 29-year-old from Valley River is facing several charges after he chased a vehicle while under the influence, and he had a knife.

On October 8, Dauphin RCMP responded to a complaint that a vehicle was being chased by another vehicle, where the driver was brandishing a knife.

The victim said the incident began in a parking lot when he was confronted by the 29-year-old, who had a knife.

The victim fled, but Dylan Smith followed him at a high rate of speed. The victim and suspect were not known to each other. A traffic stop was conducted on Railway Avenue and Buchanon Avenue.

Two females exited the vehicle, and eventually, Dylan did as well.

Everyone in the vehicle was arrested and found to be under the influence of alcohol. Two females, aged 28 and 37, were released without charge.

A small amount of cocaine and a knife were found in the vehicle.

Smith faces a slew of charges, including flight from police and operation of a vehicle while impaired.

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Safety is key, and the Manitoba government is helping you stay that way.

Applications for the Manitoba Security Rebate program are now open. The program aims to make security equipment more affordable for homeowners and tenants in the province. The program offers a $300 rebate to homeowners and tenants for purchasing security equipment.

Upgrades include security cameras, locks, doorbell cameras, alarm systems, motion detectors, reinforced doors or windows, anti-graffiti film and paints, security gates, pull-down protection shutters, and permanent security fencing.

The program applies to qualifying security equipment that was purchased and installed on or after August 23, 2024. The program continues until it reaches $2 million in applications.

You can apply for the program here. 

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It's the 125th Edition of the Ball.

The first was held in March of 1901. The Ukrainian Orthodox Auditorium plays host to the Dauphin's Fire Department's Firefighter's Ball on Saturday, November 1.

Tickets are now on sale for one of the marquee dates on the calendar every year.

Cam Abrey is Fire Chief for the Dauphin Fire Department.

"The excitement is in the air," said Abrey. "We always say thanks to our community and all the donations and support we receive to make the ball a success. This year, we lost Darren Killen from our membership. His family made a couple of donations that we will be auctioning off. One of them is a kayak package, which was a passion of Darren's, getting on the water."

Another package features a Milwaukee cordless tool package. Darren passed away in June after a battle with cancer. Killen was a dedicated member of the Dauphin Fire Department for nearly two decades when he became ill.

Abrey says his legacy will live on.

"He was an integral part of our operations. He was one of our deputy chiefs until the end," offered Abrey. "He brought his daughter for Fire Prevention Week in 2005 for a tour of the fire trucks, and he then joined the department. He was largely involved in the training of new members and was always willing to take people under his wing and show them the way. He leaves a very large pair of boots to fill. I don't know if anyone will ever fill those boots."

Tickets are now available for $60, or a table of eight is $400. 

"You'll be treated to a great meal by Irvings, and we have Men in Cheap Suits performing. We've had them for the past couple of years, and everyone always asks for them to come back," ended Abrey. "Tons of prizes to be won and of course, the specialized auction."

To purchase a ticket or table, get in touch with any member of the department. 

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Swan River RCMP had to use a taser to arrest Tyrone Guiboche on Tuesday.

The 41-year-old had an outstanding warrant for manslaughter and breaching conditions. Officers received a tip and searched a home on 2nd Avenue S in the community and located Guiboche in a back room, along with another male. Guiboche broke free and fled out the back door.

A short time later, officers used a taser to get him, and two officers were injured as they attempted to place him in handcuffs. He was eventually handcuffed and transported to the detachment.

On top of the manslaughter charge, Guiboche now faces two charges of assault on a police officer and two of resisting/obstructing a peace officer. 

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