Dauphin Herald
Tuesday, 17 September 2024 10:54
City rolling out radon action plan
Dauphin has a radon problem. Participating in the latest 100 Radon Test Kit Challenge through Take Action on Radon and BC Lung, the community had confirmed what was widely known, radon levels in the city are well above Health Canada guidelines. Targetting communities where radon testing has thus far been…
Tuesday, 17 September 2024 10:53
2nd Ave NE pilot project options under consideration
Dauphin city council is currently weighing its options when it comes to a pilot project on Second Avenue Northwest to create a craft district in the city’s core. Dauphin Economic Development manager Martijn van Luijn began exploring the initiative at the request of council last year. “They were looking to…
Tuesday, 10 September 2024 14:12
Rangers set for preseason
The Parkland Rangers hit the ice for training camp this past weekend, culminating with the annual intrasquad game, Sunday afternoon. Liam Chartrand, Brayden Budalowski and Ryzlie Nepinak each scored twice to lead Team Black to a 7-5 win over Team White. Derrel Murdock had Team Black’s other goal, while Ethan…
Tuesday, 10 September 2024 14:11
Preseason making for tough decisions for Kings coaching staff
It will soon be decision-making time for the Dauphin Kings coaching staff as the 2024-25 Manitoba Junior Hockey League season draws near. The Kings played three preseason games, last week, beginning with a 3-2 shootout loss to the Northern Manitoba Blizzard, Sept. 3, followed by a 4-3 overtime victory over…
Tuesday, 10 September 2024 14:11
Province solicits proposals on garbage truck monitoring
The Manitoba government is exploring increased monitoring and surveillance of garbage trucks and landfills, including adding global positioning system (GPS) to the fleet, as part of a response to the murders of Marcedes Myran, Morgan Harris, Rebecca Contois and Mashkode-Bizhiki-ikwey. “Manitobans were devastated by the most disturbing crimes that have…
Tuesday, 10 September 2024 14:10
Nutrition programs in place at all schools
Students heading back to class will now be able to get a nutritious meal or snack when they need one, with the universal school nutrition program now available in every school in the province. “Kids can’t learn on an empty stomach,” Premier Wab Kinew said. “We made a commitment to…
Tuesday, 10 September 2024 14:09
Legislation aims to protect important waters
The Manitoba government is establishing nutrient targets to protect Manitoba’s lakes and rivers. Through the Water Protection Act, the Nutrient Targets Regulation will include Lake Winnipeg and the Red, Winnipeg, Saskatchewan and Dauphin rivers. It commits Manitoba to report regularly on progress towards implementing the targets and actions underway to…
Tuesday, 03 September 2024 10:02
Kings set to begin preseason after competitive camp
The Dauphin Kings enter the Manitoba Junior Hockey League preseason with plenty of decisions to be made following the training camp this past weekend. Camp culminated with the annual JoFo Cup intrasquad game, which saw Declan Hoad score the winner with 3:07 remaining in the third period to lift Team…
Tuesday, 03 September 2024 10:02
Rangers set to host fall camp
The Parkland Rangers will hit the ice at Credit Union Place in Dauphin this weekend with about 40 players vying for a spot on the roster for the upcoming season. Swan River native Joshua Tripp is entering his first year as head coach of the Rangers. He said a number…
Tuesday, 03 September 2024 10:01
GV welcomes new doctor
Grandview has welcomed a new doctor. Dr. Assadullah Sayed introduced himself to the community through a small biography which follows. I am a medical graduate from Windsor University School of Medicine in the Caribbean, completed Residency training in family medicine in India and an additional one-year diploma in Family Medicine…
Tuesday, 03 September 2024 10:00
New delivery service available as Uber Eats launches Dauphin operation
Uber Eats has come to Dauphin. Starting last week, Dauphinites and visitors in the community can order delivery from their favourite restaurants along with everyday essentials, groceries, alcohol, pet supplies, and more on Uber Eats. Uber Eats is now available in over 300 cities across the country and is expanding…
Tuesday, 03 September 2024 10:00
Byelection set to fill empty seats at MVSD board table
A byelection is set for Oct. 30 to fill four vacant positions on the Mountain View School Division board of trustees. The polling will seek to identify two trustees in Ward 1, which covers the Municipality of Roblin. One trustee is to be elected in Ward 2, which encompasses the…
Tuesday, 27 August 2024 14:21
City’s property tax collection slower in 2024
Dauphin city council reviewed property tax collection reports at its regular meeting, Aug. 19, which show 2024 with the largest outstanding balance in the days after the July 31 due date. Compared to the previous eight years, the $1,786,975.30 of the $10,749,453.24 in 2024 assessed taxes as of Aug. 31,…
Tuesday, 27 August 2024 14:20
Funding shortfall will change the face of recreation, says mayor
Expect recreation in Dauphin to look a little different in 2025 compared to the past. In light of an RM resolution indicating “the RM of Dauphin has decided to terminate their participation in the Dauphin Recreation Services Board and terminate the Dauphin Recreation Services Agreement effective December 31, 2024,” city…
Tuesday, 27 August 2024 14:20
Kings camp starts Friday
While Doug Hedley has a good idea of what he has to work with for the coming Manitoba Junior Hockey League season, the Dauphin Kings head coach and general manager will get his first look at all of his options in one place when the club hosts its fall training…