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As the province continues to develop and work on a new five-point plan on bail reform and cracking down on repeat offenders, the head of the Manitoba RCMP feels there is a role that his force can play in that.
" It is important for us and our front-line investigators to really complete thorough investigations and provide all of that information and evidence to the crown so that the crown is well armed to go to court to argue that case for those prolific repeat offenders to have justice administered."
Assistant Commissioner Scott McMurchy says a lot of that involves getting these offenders - especially ones charged with smaller offences - the help they need to turn their life around.
"Perhaps it is a referral to Restorative Justice programs or other community-based programs, and reallt divert them out of that system. As we all know, the courts are very busy and corrections are very busy. So any opportunity that we have to help divert those first-time offenders as well as people involved in petty crimes away from that."
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The parkland is buzzing with activity this weekend with a multitude of events.
If you've got the urge to hunt for antiques and treasures, community yard sales are taking place in Gilbert Plain, Birtle, Roblin, Benito, and Laurier.
Looking for some Rodeo action? Gilbert Plains is also hosting the Broncs, Bulls, Barrels, And Ballgowns event, featuring talented riders, musicians, parties, food, and more.
If you're in Dauphin and looking to come out to support of the local LGBTQ+ community, Dauphin's second annual pride walk is also taking place, thanks to the Northwest Metis Council. it will feature a parade, a party in the park, music, a free bbq and more.
whatever you're into, there is no shortage of excitement this weekend in the Parkland, and you can find it all on the Community Calendar on 730ckdm.com
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The heavy rain from last week has made a leaky roof a big problem for Dauphin Rec Services.
The scale of the damage has yet to be released, but construction efforts to fix the leak and resulting damage are underway.
Construction workers will be observed onsite throughout the next few months as these issues are addressed.
DRS has confirmed that these fixes shouldn't interrupt any scheduled events or services that this location offers.
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The Assiniboine Community College Parkland campus was packed with people at the Parking lot party last night.
Potential students toured te facility, checking out the various facilities that ACC offers.
Stacey Purdy, Administrative Assistant was thrilled to see how the event went.
"Oh, it was a fantastic turnout! I don't think we could've asked for much better. The weather kept up for us for the portion outside, and we had about 100 people come by, maybe more."
With such a great turnout, Campus Director Carol Stewart is looking to do it again.
"We'd absolutely love to do this again. If you didn't make it out, you're welcome to still pop by campus any time. We have a very friendly team here, our doors are open. You can find all our contact info on our Facebook page and we'd love for you to check out what's going on. we've got lots of updates on things. The campus is here for the community, so you're welcome any time to come in and meet us, and learn more."
ACC hopes to get plenty of interest for the many courses they offer, ranging from Nursing, Electrical Work, early childhood learning, Horticultor, and much more.
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Work has begun on constructing a rubberized track at the DRCSS.
Aaron Beddome is co-chair of the athletics competition for the 2024 Manitoba Summer Games, and says the new track will be a great legacy left from these games.
"Having a proper rubberized track means you can have proper track meets and record proper times and distances. Athletes are able to wear spikes, so they can compete and feel good about having a proper track meet. And hopefully, it draws in people from other areas."
Beddome adds the track will be done in plenty of time for the August 15th start of the Athletics competition at the Manitoba Summer Games.
He says that track can be used by people of all ages after the games wrap up.
"It will certainly be open to be used by anyone. Also, I have learned that there is an opportunity to start a track club in a rural area like Dauphin. There is a $10,000 grant available, so anyone that is interested in starting something like that up, there is money to do it."
Beddome also says equipment that the host committee has purchased for the Athletics competition at the Games will also be left with the high school as a legacy from the games.
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Three more Parkland and surrounding area communities have been added to the RCMP Musical Ride's Summer tour of Manitoba and Ontario.
The 21 horse and officer troupe will be in Erickson on July 24th, with tickets for that show available through the Erickson Chamber of Commerce.
The group then moves up to Swan River for shows on July 27th and 28th during the Northwest Roundup and Exhibition.
Dauphin gets its chance to welcome back the Musical Ride on August 3rd, with the group's tour of our area wrapping up the following day in Ashern.
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The Manitoba Government has put out a bulletin, raising awareness about Aquatic Invasive Species this summer season.
Invasive plants and animals are an ever-growing concern in the province as things like Zebra mussels, Spiney water flees and water lettuce continues to spread.
Cleaning, draining, and drying your boats are legally required for all watercraft, and extend to other equipment too.
Water pumps, fishing gear, flotation devices, and trailers also need to be carefully maintained to prevent the spread of these organisms.
Fines for not removing boat plugs could be up to $237, and not stopping for boat inspections could net a fine of $672 dollars.
So do your part to Stop AIS and preserve the beautiful freshwater we share in Manitoba.
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The Manitoba legislature has passed a bill to recognize March 31 as Two-Spirit and Transgender Day of Visibility.
The bill was put forward by Logan Oxenham, a backbench member of the governing New Democrats who is transgender.
Oxenham has said the day would provide a chance to show transgender, two spirit and non-binary Manitobans that they are supported.
The bill was backed by most legislature members who voted on it, except for four members of the Opposition Progressive Conservatives.
Families Minister Nahanni Fontaine called the no votes "disgusting."
Some 20 other bills are expected to go to a final vote Monday before the legislature's summer break, including one to end the province's ban on homegrown recreational cannabis.
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Gilbert Plains is in for a full weekend of rodeo excitement with their Broncs, Bulls, Barrels, And Ballgowns event!
Courtney Roehl, event coordinator is thrilled to see how this event has grown since its inception last year.
"We can't wait! We have people coming from all over Manitoba, from all the way down in the Winkler-Morden area and Saskatchewan. We're very excited to host this event in Gilbert Plains."
This year adds two new events, dozens of competitors, and plenty of other entertainment, it's sure to be a wild ride.
Tickets for the weekend are $25, $10 for single-day passes, and kids 6 and under get in for free
This two-day event kicks off Saturday at 2 pm, with a party going on at 8 pm. Sunday features a wide range of rodeo action including barrel racing, bareback bronc riding, bull riding, and more!
So get ready for some serious Rodeo action this weekend in Gilbert Plains with the Broncs, Bulls, Barrels, and Ballgowns Event!
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In the courts this week, a new court date was set for a teen arrested following a traffic stop in the city last November.
18-year-old Diondre Nicholson was arrested after drugs and weapons were seized from a vehicle, with his matters set to return to Dauphin court on June 11th.
And a man convicted in connection with a June 2022 drug bust in Dauphin was also back in court this week.
41-year-old Trevor Sutherland remains in custody and is due back in court on June 25th,
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