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On Monday 2013 April 08 at approximately 0645 hrs, the Dauphin Fire Department responded to the report of hydro lines on fire in the City of Dauphin.
Upon arrival Firefighters found hydro lines sparking and arcing near the pole. One Manitoba Hydro arrived on scene, the fire was quickly extinguished and MB Hydro staff worked on repairing the issue.
...On Tuesday 2013 April 09 at approximately 0130 hrs, the Dauphin Fire Department
responded to the report of a vehicle fire in the City of Dauphin.
Upon arrival Firefighters found a car completely engulfed in flame in the parking lot of
an apartment complex. The fire was quickly brought under control and extinguished.
There are no injuries as a result of the fire. The cause of the fire remains under
investigation.
If anyone has any additional information surrounding this incident they are asked to
contact the RCMP-Parkland Detachment.
Protecting students from bullying in school, on the street and on the Internet is an important priority for the provincial government, Education Minister Nancy Allan said today as she introduced a comprehensive anti-bullying action plan designed to further protect students and create a safe inclusive environment.
“Our government is committed to supporting schools and communities in providing safe and caring learning environments for our students. We all share a responsibility to work together to provide safe schools where all students feel respected and can reach their full potential,” said Allan. “Our anti‑bullying plan will further protect students and provide a safe environment while fostering understanding and inclusion.”
The broad anti-bullying strategy includes:
help for teachers including expanded training supports, workshops and other professional learning opportunities, and ongoing support for the Respect in School initiative;
help for parents including new online information and resources online on how to recognize, deal with and report bullying; and
help for students including strengthened anti-bullying legislation and the Tell Them From Me Survey to allow schools to hear directly from students about bullying.
“Bullying is an issue addressed in schools on a daily basis. Collège Garden City is no exception,” said Steve Medwick, principal of the school. “We do our best to mediate issues between students. Our ultimate goal is to equip them with the tools and language to deal with conflict in a constructive, positive way. The administration, guidance and teaching staff work together to provide an advocacy program that addresses an anti-bullying action plan to protect students and create a safe, inclusive, caring environment.”
The minister also said the province will move forward with strong legislation that would further support students, broaden reporting of bullying and respect diversity.
“New legislation will also address the role of social media in bullying and allow student-supported initiatives at schools aimed at promoting an inclusive environment such as clubs and activities that promote gender equity and respect for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, anti‑racism and respect for people who are disabled by barriers,” said Allan.
The minister said, in the months ahead, she will meet with schools, students, teachers, parents and principals across the province to discuss further bullying prevention measures and creation of safer environments for students in and out of school.
http://news.gov.mb.ca
Assiniboine Community College (ACC) is proud to announce that Brittney Ross, Hotel and Restaurant Management graduate, who represented the college on Team Canada at this year’s World Skills Americas competition earlier this week, came home with a gold medal in the Restaurant Service category.
The World Skills Americas competition showcases students under the age of 22 from North America, South America, Central America and the Caribbean. Eight countries competed in the Restaurant Service category and competitors completed an intense four days, with three luncheon services and one day of individual tasks. Participating competitors must have medalled either silver or bronze in their respective countries.
Brittney competed in the 2012 Skills Canada National Competition in May as a student and was awarded a bronze medal in the Restaurant Service category. This led to her being chosen to participate as a Canadian Team Competitor for the World Skills America Competition in San Paulo, Brazil. Preparation for the competition was quite extensive and involved many hours of training.
“Competing in this year’s World Skills Americas Competition was an incredible experience for me,” said Ross, a 2012 graduate. “It was an honour to represent ACC and Team Canada; bringing home a gold medal was the icing on the cake!”
Brittney’s instructor, Kyle Zalluski, attended the competition as her coach, as well as a Canadian expert and judge of the Restaurant Service competition.
“This is the first time we’ve had a team competitor at World Skills and we’re incredibly proud of Brittney’s accomplishment,” said Kyle Zalluski, Instructor, Hotel and Restaurant Management. “This medal demonstrates that our students and graduates are excelling in their fields and can compete at the national and international level.”
Brittney is originally from Erickson, MB and is currently working as a manager at Lady of the Lake Café and Pub in Brandon, MB. The World Skills Americas competition is held every two years; this year’s competition was held November 12-18.
On Tuesday, October 30, 2012, the Dauphin Municipal RCMP received a report of a man posing as a water meter reader for the City of Dauphin. The man had been granted access to a home on 4th Avenue N.E. and left prior to police being made aware of the incident. The Utility Supervisor for the City of Dauphin advised they did not have employees in the area on that day.
Residents are reminded to ask for ID before letting anyone into their home unless they are confident the person is a representative of the business or organization they claim to be representing. Anyone with information on this or a similar incident, is asked to call the Dauphin Detachment at 204-622-5020.
One of the exciting parts of winter is going tubing! The Dauphin Bible Camp tubing hill (previously known as Durston Hill) is not quite ready yet for tubing this year. The public is being asked to please call 638-5568 or visit www.dauphinbiblecamp.com for information on the opening date and hours of operation.
The tubing hill is still free for the community and open to the public, however, we want to make sure that the hill is safe for everyone before we let everyone go sliding.
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RCMP Officers from the West District made numerous arrests and have laid 35 charges as part of a long-term investigation known as Project DAMPER.
Officers from Dauphin, Swan River, Wasagaming and Elphinstone Detachments arrested seven people on a variety of offences associated to drug trafficking and are seeking an additional 4 individuals wanted in connection with this project.
...On Saturday afternoon, September 29, 2012, around 4:25 p.m., officers from the Dauphin Municipal RCMP detachment received a report of a possible impaired driver at a business in the south end of Dauphin. As officers were en route, they observed the suspect car turn onto Main Street in front of them. A traffic stop was made and the driver of the car showed signs of being impaired by alcohol. Checks showed he did not hold a valid driver's licence and was also bound by conditions of a Recognizance. The man was arrested and taken to the Dauphin Detachment where breath tests showed his blood alcohol concentration to be more than twice the legal limit which is .08.
A 33 year old man from Swan River, Manitoba is scheduled to make his first court appearance in Dauphin on November 6, 2012.
Fire Safety for Kids Program To Be Offered Once Again In Dauphin
The Dauphin Fire Department is once again giving local students the opportunity to
...On Wednesday August 29, 2012 at approximately 4:20pm, the Dauphin Fire
Department responded to the report of a combine fire west of the community of Valley
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On August 30, 2012 at about 9:00 a.m, Roblin RCMP as well as local emergency services were dispatched to a two vehicle head-on collision on road 157 west in the RM of Hillsburg.
Initial investigation indicates that two pick up trucks, a 2009 GMC and a 2012 GMC collided head on at the location. Road 157 runs north-south at the location.
Two adult males and a male teen were transported to local area hospitals with serious, undetermined injuries. All are reported to be from the Roblin area.
There were no other persons or vehicles involved.
An RCMP Traffic Collision Analyst attended to assist with the investigation.
Photos have been provided by the Roblin RCMP.
No further information is available at this time. Police continue to investigate.
The Dauphin Fire Department would like to advise all residents and business owners to
be aware of individuals offering fire inspections of homes and properties.
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On August 18, 2012, Genevieve SANTOS (17) of St Laurent was reported missing. She is considered an at-risk youth. She was last seen at the St Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg shortly after 6pm.
Genevieve SANTOS is described as being aboriginal, 5'4" and heavy set, with long black hair shaved on one side of her head. She was wearing all black clothing, and white shoes. Her left forearm is tattooed with "One Love".
...The boards of the Dauphin Plains, Ethelbert and Roblin Credit Unions have proposed that these three financial institutions merge and unite together to form a single, stronger credit union. To proceed, the proposal requires approval of two thirds of the members of each credit union.
This recommendation is made only after months of research, due diligence, and negotiation, as well as considering and evaluating other options. The boards are confident that the amalgamation will significantly benefit the credit union members, communities, and employees.
An information meeting will be held in each community on Tuesday, October 2nd to share the vision for a new Parkland Credit Union, and the reasons behind the proposed amalgamation.
If the merge of the three credit unions is approved by its members, the new Parkland credit union would boast total assets of $337,879,459 with a combined total of 13,338 members.
Communities can expect the same, or enhanced service. No branches will close, No job losses, and No head office.
Meetings for members to vote on the proposal have been scheduled as follows: October 15 – Dauphin, October 16 – Roblin, and October 17 – Roblin.
Contact your local credit union for location and details.
Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship is reminding people with homes, cottages or campsites to be safe in areas where black bears are present or likely to be present. Manitoba’s black bears are becoming more active and visible at this time of year as they begin to bulk up on food for hibernation.
People and businesses are encouraged to eliminate, seal or secure anything with a scent that may attract a bear. Garbage, bird feeders and fruit trees are the main reasons bears become habituated and eventually food-conditioned around people, which could lead to conflicts and become a safety issue for both people and bears.
...PRESS RELEASE
On Friday 2012 August 17 at approximately 0730 hrs, the Dauphin Fire Department
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Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation advises truckers and farmers in the Roblin and Russell area the detour around the damaged area of PTH 83 will be rated for Road and Transportation Association of Canada (RTAC) loads, the maximum legal truck weight, following work on PR 482.
A portion of PTH 83 north of Russell was closed due to a landslide in July. Effective immediately, all traffic will be able to use PTH 5 west of Roblin and PR 482 as the designated detour.
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The National Ukrainian Festival Parade in Dauphin started off with a bang this morning as the Riding & Dancing Cossacks took the lead and fired their muskets into the air. Many people lined the streets to enjoy the show of cultural heritage in the community. If you are looking for something to do, the festival continues at the Selo Ukrainia site throoughout this weekend. Enjoy and experience not only the outdoors, but the food, history, culture, and hospitality of the area. Watch the fantastic dancing and music of numerouse groups and bands, and take home your own Ukrainian Souvenir in the Festival Marketplace.
On July 31, 2012 just before 9:30 a.m, Lundar RCMP as well as local emergency services were dispatched to the scene of a house fire in the RM of Coldwell.
On arrival, the residence was discovered to be completely engulfed in flames. Damage is extensive, and the home is presumed to be a complete loss. No damage estimate has been provided at this time.
There were three children in the home at the time, aged 8, 9 and 10, as well as a 14-year-old babysitter. The babysitter observed flames, evacuated the children to safety, and called 911. Thanks to her quick action, there were no injuries.
Attached photo provided by Lundar RCMP.
No further information is available. Police continue to investigate.
