Dauphin Herald
Tuesday, 03 January 2023 07:16
ACC partnership paves way for new initiative at Parkland Campus
Assiniboine Community College (ACC) has partnered with Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology to offer a tuition-free Applied Building Construction program at ACC Parkland campus in Dauphin, beginning this February. Selection into the six-month program will focus on engaging Indigenous youth from 18 to 30 years of age, who…
Tuesday, 27 December 2022 07:42
High school varsity basketball teams get off to strong starts
The DRCSS varsity boys basketball team got its season off to a solid start claiming the B-side championship at the Sanford Early Cat 16 Team Tournament. Following an 81-69 first-round loss to a strong St. Maurice club, the Clippers rebounded and did not look back. The DRCSS team took charge…
Tuesday, 27 December 2022 07:40
Clippers claim Christmas Cup
The Christmas Cup is returning to Dauphin after the Westman High School Hockey League’s Clippers took down the Neepawa Tigers 5-4 at Credit Union Place, Thursday. Dauphin opened the scoring early when Trayden Guiboche scored his first of two straight in the game but Neepawa tallied three unanswered to grab…
Tuesday, 27 December 2022 07:37
RCMP D Division has a new commander
While Assistant Commissioner Rob Hill took over command of Manitoba RCMP in July, the change in leadership was officially recognized in a special ceremony last week. Officers, employees, and special guests from across the province and nationwide welcomed the new commanding officer in a traditional RCMP Change of Command ceremony…
Tuesday, 27 December 2022 07:33
Volunteer efforts
Heather Kindret’s Grade 9 Life/Work class from the Dauphin Regional Comprehensive Secondary School visited Dauphin Regional Health Centre and the personal care home as part of their career exploration. The class was appreciative of facility staff for the great tour of the facility and the snacks provided. The career development…
Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:49
Kings head into Christmas break in third
The Dauphin Kings are heading into their Christmas break on a five game point streak following an overtime win and a shootout loss over the weekend. On Friday the Kings opened up a 2-0 lead in their second period with Swan Valley, only to see that advantage evaporate midway through…
Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:44
Giving Challenge a boon for community foundation
Dauphin District Community Foundation (DDCF) is $172,381.93 richer thanks to this year’s Endow Manitoba Giving Challenge. As part of the annual campaign, Nov. 14 to 20, gifts to Manitoba community foundations’ undesignated funds were “stretched” by a maximum of $4,000 thanks to The Winnipeg Foundation and the Manitoba government, that…
Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:43
Anniversary shirts
As 2022 draws to a close, the Dauphin Rail Museum commemorated both the 110th anniversary of the completion of the Dauphin Rail Station and also the 20th anniversary of the formation of the museum itself. The occasion was marked by the creation of a limited edition CN inspired T-shirt. Here,…
Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:40
The life of a student at a country school
By Ed StozekFor the Herald Attending the St. John one-room country school from 1958-64 resulted in a variety of life-learning experiences. Our daily routine always started with the singing of “Oh Canada” and reciting “The Lord’s Prayer.” Having eight different grades in one room provided exposure to a wide range…
Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:34
Christmas joy
West Region Treaty 2 and 4 Health Services Jordan’s Principle program made things festive in Dauphin Sunday, as it hosted its first ever Christmas celebration for off reserve Jordan’s Principle families at the Parkland Recreation Complex. The Aspen Lodge and Curler’s Lounge were filled to the brim with children and…
Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:33
Last minute ideas
Essential oils were just one of the last minute gift ideas available at Dauphin Market Place Mall over the weekend as crafters and home based businesses gathered in the concourse for the Winter Global Market. All booths in the centre of the mall were doing a brisk business Saturday afternoon.
Tuesday, 20 December 2022 07:30
Province enhances 511 features and functionality
The Manitoba government has relaunched the Manitoba 511 highway and traffic information service following enhancements to the Manitoba 511 website, mobile app and 511 phone system. Enhancements include faster and more interactive map features, new customized notifications and hands-free audio alerts, as well as: • up to three route options…
Tuesday, 13 December 2022 07:35
Rangers deserved better fate
The Parkland Rangers missed a chance to close the gap on a playoff spot with a pair of losses to the Eastman Selects over the weekend. The Rangers couldn’t overcome a 3-0 first-period deficit, Saturday, dropping a 4-2 decision, before falling 4-3 on Sunday. Parkland (6-17-3-0) now trails the eighth-place…
Tuesday, 13 December 2022 07:33
Tractor Lotto winners
Ray Karlson, outgoing general manager of the Dauphin Lake Golf Club, draws the winning ticket in the Dauphin Kings Tractor Lotto, Sunday, following the Kings game against the Swan Valley Stampeders. Walter Kochalyk was the winner of the grand prize of $100,000. Tony’s Auto was the winner of $10,000, while…
Tuesday, 13 December 2022 07:29
Kings hanging in the West Division race thanks to three straight wins
The Dauphin Kings snapped a four-game losing skid, last week, and are now riding a three-game winning streak. Dauphin snapped the losing streak with a 6-5 shootout win over the Portage Terriers, last Wednesday in Portage, with local product Rylan Gibbs netting the shootout winner. The Kings made it two…