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Kasper Bus Lines has stepped forward to filla void that was left when Mahikhan Bus Lines cancelled passenger service from Winnipeg to Flin Flon earlier this year.
Beginning this Sunday, Kasper will offer passenger and parcel hauling service from Winnipeg to The Pas on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Return service from The Pas will be offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Dauphin will be a pick-up and drop-off location on both routes,
Schedules and ticket info can be found by calling 1-855-566-2378 or online at www.gokasper.com.
In a news release announcing the new service, Kasper says they will use modern, comfortable buses with ample space for luggage, with Starlink internet installed on select buses.
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A key conversation will take place in Winnipeg between Dauphin's Mayor and Manitoba's Minister of Justice.
Mayor David Bosiak meets with Justice Minister Matt Wieb today at 4 pm about the new Justice Centre for Dauphin.
No firm timeline has been set for this project, but many benefits are expected.
The new centre will focus on rehabilitation and create a wealth of job openings.
The rehabilitation will focus on the treatment of addictions and education to help people leaving the facility integrate productively into society.
Dauphin's facility would also act as a centralized location, saving travel for the justice system and families.
This new justice centre would replace the former facility that was closed down by the previous government in 2020.
CKDM will get the details from the Mayor tomorrow after he returns from Winnipeg.
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In today's edition of "Put Your Money Where Your House Is," we highlight the specialty of local businesses.
Local business owner Joe Houston is very familiar with what makes local purchasing beat out big box stores.
"So, the one thing you can't achieve at any big box or corporate-level store that small businesses are experts in is personalized and specialized service. When you shop with us, Prairie Corner, Eastside Furniture, or any small business in Dauphin, you get someone who knows your name, remembers what you were here for last time, and is happy to find your next perfect fit."
Factors like these make local businesses competitive, and even more beneficial than the massive, exterior companies.
And, of course, it keeps the money you spend where you live!
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Dauphin property owners will have another chance next week to pick up a Radon testing kit for their home.
The city will host a Radon Information session on December 3rd at the Dauphin Public Library, which will include the handing out of 100 free test kits to those in attendance, thanks to help from Health Canada.
Experts will be on hand to discuss how to test your home for Radon, as well as why it is important to do so.
There will also be a discussion on what to do if your Radon levels are high.
The meeting will begin at 7 pm next Tuesday night.
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It is a huge boost to the Dauphin Food Bank as they approach arguably their busiest time of the year.
Robin Gambler of the Food Bank participated in an 85 second shopping spree this morning at the Dauphin Co-op, with all of the items that she collected in that time being given to the organization.
Gambler had no idea what to expect when she asked to show up at the Co-op at 8 am this morning.
"I thought they maybe just wanted a picture, but then I am running around wth a cart. This is so amazing! The Food Bank is serving over 100 families and signles and couples every two weeks. And this is such a huge help to us."
Joan Chetyrbok of the Dauphin Co-op says they wanted to tend the year with something that showed their commitment to the community.
"The shopping spree is a way for us to say thank you and give back to an organization that has made such a positive impact. Our goal is to help stock the shelves of the Food Bank, ensuring that families and individuals in need have access to the food and resources that they require."
Chetyrbok adds the shopping spree is a wonderful way for Co-op to give back, especially heading into the holiday season when donations and support for the Food Bank are so important.
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Users of the Erickson public water system will be without service as of this afternoon, as repairs to the utility will require the water to be shut off as of 1 pm Tuesday afternoon.
The repairs are expected to take a few hours to complete, but once the water is turned back on, a boil water advisory will be in effect.
That means water must be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute before it can be used for any kind of consumption, including drinking or cooking or cleaning food.
Officials from the Municipality of Clanwilliam-Erickson expect the Boil Water Advisory to be in effect for a few days, until the water is deemed to be safe to consume.
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On today's edition of Put Your Money Where Your House Is, we explore the challenges of small businesses in local markets
The Cities Economic Development manager Martijn Van Luijn says it all depends on what they sell, and how they sell it,
"If you offer a unique service or a unique product, that is very often successful here local. Same is with Larger Items such as furniture, vehicles, and stuff like that, stuff that you don't buy quickly online."
Without the personalized twist, or the large and hard-to-ship items how can businesses stick around?
"That's really challenging, and we see a lot of independent retail stores that were offering a product like electronics, clothing, or housewares that once they close, no one was there to replace them."
When it comes down to it, Supporting retailers of all varieties in town keeps them open, and offering great, custom, and local service!
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A bill to increase the ability of the Independent Investigations Unit has been put on the back burner since it was proposed in 2021.
It passed first, second, and third readings, and reached royal assent on June 1, 2022 — the steps necessary for a bill to become law — but it was never proclaimed.
This bill looks to give Manitoba's police watchdog more power to penalize officers who don't comply with their requests.
They also would allow the Unit to introduce fines or jail time for most police officers who do not comply with any of its "reasonable" requests, and would forbid the IIU from seconding active police officers as investigators.
Justice Minister Matt Wiebe said the bill has not become law because of its complexities, but he hopes to have it proclaimed by early next year.
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Dauphin's Countryfest is coming back in 2025.
The question is, who will perform?
We will find out on December 9. In a Facebook post, it was announced that the first-round lineup would be named on December 9. A member presale will take place from December 9 to 11, followed by the general public's ability to purchase tickets on December 13.
The festival returns south of Dauphin from June 26-29.
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Canada Post is still at a standstill on strike action, with no breakthroughs in bargaining.
Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers kept negotiating over the weekend, along with the support of a special mediator.
More than 55,000 workers across the country walked off the job on Nov. 15. The main sticking points continue to be wages and contract work as well as job security, benefits, and working conditions.
The Crown corporation said Friday it lost $315 million before tax in the third quarter, larger than its $ 290 million loss a year earlier.
The financial results put Canada Post on track for “another significant loss” in 2024, which would mark the seventh year in a row in the red.
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With the Holiday Season right around the corner, celebratory drinks are on the minds of many, but one group is already planning ahead.
The Dauphin Ride Program Runs annually, getting people and their vehicles home after a night of indulgence, and organizer Shosho Shuttleworth notes the group is always looking for new drivers.
"Since we are one of the RCMP's Programs, it won't cost a penny. we do up the criminal records check, and they will put them through for us with no expense to the volunteer.
Hoping to recruit a few more volunteers for the quickly approaching season. Do you have a couple of hours to volunteer? Inbox us for more details. Help us spread the word by SHARING this poster. Thanks.
Posted by RIDE Program - Dauphin, Manitoba on Saturday, November 23, 2024
Each weekend through December, you can play a part in making sure everyone can get home to their families with the safety of the ride program.
You can call Shosho or Cory at 204 638 1463 for more details and to volunteer
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