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A 55-year-old man has died at a construction site in western Manitoba.
RCMP say they responded to a call Wednesday about a workplace accident involving a skid steer near Hamiota.
Officers were told the driver accidentally backed the vehicle into a deep hole that had been dug.
Mounties are not releasing more details and say the man’s death was confirmed at the scene.
Manitoba Workplace Health and Safety is also investigating.
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The Premier is set to visit the City of Sunshine today.
Wab Kinew will be among the many in attendance at tonight's Dauphin Kings Ukrainian Night, as the Kings will host the Niverville Nighthawks.
Dauphin MLA Ron Kostyshyn says the premier is very excited to be attending this event.
"He says there are a number of communities that he loves to go to, as well as a number of events. He adds the Ukrainian Night with the Dauphin Kings sits so high on his priority post that he can attend. He just loves coming to Dauphin."
Besides the game, the night will also include Ukrainian Music, vendors, and giveaways.
Tickets are just $5 each and are available at the Credit Union Place box office until game time, or until the game sells out.
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Winnipegosis RCMP have arrested two suspects on drug trafficking and weapons possession charges.
A 33-year-old male and a 27-year-old female were charged after officers executed a search warrant at their home.
Over 50 grams of cocaine, $22,000 in cash, and a weapon have been seized from the Camperville home.
The names of the suspects have yet to be released
Both have been released to later appear in court
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A 34-year-old man from Swan River faces several charges after being discovered with a stolen TV.
The incident happened late Wednesday night near a retirement home on Ida Street in Dauphin.
An officer on patrol spotted the man carrying the TV and eventually arrested him when he tried to hide behind a shed, recovering a weapon during the arrest.
A subsequent investigation at the retirement home found that a TV had been ripped from the wall stand, with drug paraphernalia also being found at the scene.
The suspect faces charges that include mischief and theft under five grand, possession of a weapon, and failing to comply witha probatoin order.
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Robert Burns was born on January 25, 1759, near the Scottish village of Alloway.
He was a poet and songwriter famous for his ability to portray the essence of Scottish common life. He wrote about everyday life, politics, love, and what he believed people thought, but couldn't say.
Robert died at the age of 37, but he remains one of the most celebrated figures in Scottish culture. Almost every year since 1907, the City of Dauphin has celebrated its Scottish heritage with Robbie Burns Night.
This year, it's back on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. at the Dauphin Legion, Kate Storey told CKDM NewsNow.
"That's right, it's the longest-running celebration in Dauphin," she said. "We are proud of our Scottish heritage. Robbie Burns is a celebration that has held the world over in Scotland, and by people whose heritage is Scottish."
Dauphin's celebration features performances by the Dauphin Pipe Band, Highland Dancers, a Word about Burns, the traditional recital of the 'Address to the Haggis', and a lunch of Scottish foods, including Haggis, scones and shortbread.
Storey is a member of the Dauphin Legion Pipe Band and is looking forward to performing and celebrating with the community.
"We're very excited to be hosting. Our band is now expanding," she ended. "We have 14 regular members, and another eight beginners. This is going to be quite a night."
Admission to the event is free. There will be a silver collection at the door. Kate thanks the community for their support over the years, and looks forward to seeing you for this year's celebration on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. at the Dauphin Legion.
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It's one of the marquee events on the Dauphin Kings schedule.
Ukrainian Night. It goes down on Saturday night at Credit Union Place. The Kings, who have lost two of their last three games, welcome the second-ranked nationally, Niverville Nighthawks to town.
Niverville is 34-2-1 entering the game. One of their regulation losses was against Dauphin.
Christian Laughland with the Kings confirmed a special guest will be in attendance.
"I just got off the phone with the Office of the Premier. Wab Kinew will be one of the many in the building, which is very exciting," said Laughland. "Ukrainian Night is always a great night. We're looking forward to this year."
There will be vendors on the concourse. Cory 'Laffy' Lafontaine will be giving out prizes throughout the game.
"There will be player introductions and a light show," added Laughland. "Stephen Jaddock is coming back, and we can't thank him enough for being a part of it. There will be giveaways. There will be a band. So much is going on, you don't want to miss this."
Tickets cost only $5. You can get yours at the CNUF office inside the Dauphin Marketplace Mall. You can also purchase tickets at the Speedy Glass South Ticket Office inside Credit Union Place. As of Thursday morning, more than 1,200 tickets have already been sold.
That's expected to skyrocket leading up to puck drop on Saturday. It's a game that will see the Kings looking to get back on track against the league leaders.
If you haven't got your tickets yet, now is the time.
"You don't want to be a part of that massive line out the door of people getting tickets last minute," ended Laughland. "This game has sold out in the past. Once we hit that capacity, we have to cut it off. It's as simple as that, so don't wait any longer."
Last year, Ukrainian Night saw 2,112 fans pack the stands. In the last three Ukrainian Nights combined, there have been 6,049 fans.
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Several projects in the Parkland are getting a boost through Fusion Credit Union's Full Circle Fund.
The fund supports initiatives that enhance quality of life, strengthen community connections and create lasting impact where members live, work and do business.
The Roblin Children's Centre is receiving $25,000 towards their Playground Renewal and Safety Enhancement Project, while $10,000 is being granted to the Rossburn Ag Society for grounds and building upgrades.
The Municipality of Russell-Binscarth, is receiving $5,000 for renovations to the community hall. Dauphin Minor Baseball is getting $5,000 for diamond improvements. The Camperville Community Council is getting $2,500 for their Community Playground Project, and the Gilbert Plains Elementary School is receiving $3,000 for renovation to its library.
The Kids First Early Learning Centre in Inglis will receive $2,000 for building maintenance, while Goose Lake High School in Roblin gets $2,500 for Reconciliation Park. The Roblin Rec Wolves Hockey are receiving $5,000 for new jerseys.
In Russell, Passion4Paws Rescue is getting $1,000 for new kennel fences.
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With a brand new album set to be released later this year, John and James Abrams are currently touring Manitoba to promote some of the music that will be on that new record.
One of their stops is this Saturday night at the Johnston Company Auditorium of the Watson Arts Centre.
John Abrams says they feel a particular connection with Manitoba.
"We have very close famiy friends in Selkirk and in the Winnipeg area, and our parents lived in the Stonewall area for years. So in a way it feels a bit like a homecoming just one generation removed. And being generational, it is a big part of our family history, touring and performing on the road."
Local singer Kayla Luky will open up the show, and John says they are looking forward to working with Kayla again.
"We have crossed paths a number of times and Kayla is fantastic. So again, bring together community is what country music is all about."
The show begins at 8 pm on Saturday.
Tickets are $45 each and are available at the Watson.
You can also find ticket information on their website.
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End-stage kidney disease is the final stage of chronic kidney disease.
At this point, the kidneys have lost almost all their ability to function, failing to filter waste, and balance fluids. Dialysis or a kidney transplant is required at this point to sustain life.
Manitoba had the highest rate of end-stage kidney disease in Canada from 2013 to 2021.
Tyson Shtykalo is Manitoba's Auditor General.
"That rate continues to grow," he said. "Even though dialysis is a life-sustaining service, the province does not know if it's achieving the best results for patients or providing the best value for taxpayers."
In 2021, 38.9% of end-stage kidney disease in Manitoba was attributable to diabetes, which was the highest diabetes primary diagnosis rate per million population across Canada. Chronic kidney disease is caused by kidney damage, often due to prolonged high blood pressure or high blood sugar.
Dialysis filters the blood to remove toxins, waste products, and excess fluids. In a recent audit done by Shtykalo, he identified three major issues. The first is that the responsibilities for dialysis are unclear.
"The funding model isn't tied to outcomes or cost analysis," ended Shtykalo. "There is no operational plan for dialysis services. This results in uncertainty and inefficiencies. It limits the ability to translate strategic goals into operational actions."
Shtykalo outlined six recommendations. He recommends that Shared Health monitor and evaluate the implementation of the clinical and preventative services plan by the authorities.
You can see the entire audit here.
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When Desiree Dorion was just five years old, she would make up poems and songs in her journal.
She started singing about a decade later when she turned 10. Fast forward three years to when she was 13, Dorion took the stage. She performed at a banquet on the Opaskwayak Cree Nation. Her talents were off the charts.
An investor noticed Desiree and invested in her recording an album. She rode the Greyhound bus almost every weekend for six months. She would travel to OCN on Friday and return to Dauphin on Sunday, where her mom would pick her up. She released her first record in 1998 when she was just 14. She continued to work in music throughout high school. When she went to university, she put it on the back burner.
When Desiree graduated in 2008, she wanted to get back into it. She reached out to a few friends and released another record in 2010. From there to this day, the rest is history.
In 2014, when Desiree was hired to perform on the main stage at Dauphin's Countryfest, she was also nominated for a JUNO award. The nomination was in the category of Aboriginal Album of the Year, now known as Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year. Being nominated came as a complete shock to Desiree.
Dorion was also seven and a half months pregnant when she went to the JUNOs.
"You know, getting up for hair and makeup, doing all the public relations, ceremonies, networking events, and then not going to bed until like 3:00 the next morning, I was up for almost 24 hours in a row," said Dorion. "I didn't want to miss a second of it. I really feel that I was present and took in every moment of that experience. It was one that I won't forget."
Still rocking the stage and living her dream, Dorion says getting the chance to be on the stage is gratifying, and she thanks all her incredible fans for the support over the years. From her performances in Canada to the ones in Europe, Desiree has and will continue putting on a great show.
"There are so many artists that venues and organizers could hire. Like when we were chosen to play at the Indigenous Arts Festival this past June, there were so many other people they could have picked," Dorion told CKDM NewsNow. "The fact that I'm still able to work, do what I love, and make a living doing what I love and am passionate about, it makes me emotional when I think about it."
At the 2025 Manitoba Country Music Awards, Desiree was a major winner. She was named the Female Artist of the Year and also took home the Album of the Year award. Dorion has become one of Manitoba's most celebrated and respected voices.
Her career spans seven studio albums, and she's performed nationally on major networks in the country. Desiree also has multiple number-one songs on the Indigenous Music Countdown to her credit.
When asked how it felt to win the two major awards, Desiree said it was a special moment.
"It's pretty darn cool. Those awards are chosen by my peers in music," she added. "To not only get the chance to work in music, but be recognized by your peers, and for them to see the work that I'm doing, and it's worthy enough to be recognized. That's pretty darn special."
Next up for Desiree and her band is a performance in Manitoba's capital on Hockey Night. The Winnipeg Jets host the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday. It's Winnipeg Aboriginal Sport Achievement Centre (WASAC) Night at the Canada Life Centre. It's a night that showcases Indigenous culture and welcomes Indigenous youth from northern communities.
Desiree said getting the chance to perform on WASAC Night has been a bucket list dream. On Saturday, that dream becomes a reality.
"I am pumped, so pumped," ended Dorion. "We just finished our rehearsal and are putting our set together. I'm super excited, it's going to be an incredible experience."
You can purchase tickets to be a part of the historic night at WASAC Night.
The Dauphinite has a new single coming out in two weeks and a new album in March. She and her band are booked solid next month in several northern communities.
In November, Desiree and her band will perform in Whitehorse.
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