With files from Brandon Police Service. Pair Arrested for Possession of Chystal Meth & Cocaine For Purpose of Trafficking Two Brandon males, a 30-year old and a 38-year old, were arrested on multiple charges including possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine, possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, and breach of recognizance. Police say that on Monday evening they stopped a vehicle in the 1400 Block of 1st ST. North and a search netted approximately 20 ounces of Crystal Methamphetamine with a street value of $150,000, as well as 17 grams of cocaine with a street value of $1,700. The 30-year old was also found to have brass knuckles on his person and faces addition charges of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. Both males were lodged at the Brandon Correctional Center to appear in Court on Tuesday. Possession of Cocaine A routine traffic stop, for a vehicle traveling without a rear license plate, has lead to the arrest of a 21-year old Brandon male for Possession of cocaine and Breach of Undertaking X 2. During the traffic stop Police noticed two small baggies of cocaine on the floor on the vehicle. The driver was arrested and a search of the individual resulted in another small bag of cocaine and two cell phones. Police say the man had conditions not to possess any electronic devices and was required to notify police of any address changes. He had failed to notify Police of his address change after having recently moved. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});      

Recently engaged? Grand Valley Park is a beautiful outdoor wedding venue with dates still available for 2017 & 2018. The park is an excellent location for both ceremonies and receptions, is located only minutes from Brandon, just off the Trans-Canada Highway. This outdoor chapel, nestled in the midst of 50 acres of beautiful oak forest, will provide a breathtaking experience for you and your guests. Owners, Katherine Jeroski and Jordan Ross, took over the lease on the park last spring, and have focused in on using the park as a wedding rental venue for both ceremonies and receptions. Jordan tells bdnmb.ca “ We have received a great response as the park is a beautiful setting with nice amenities, and an easily accessible location only minutes from Brandon. We can accommodate small to large ceremonies, and receptions, at affordable rates.  Prices are based on guest numbers and needs, so people are encouraged to contact them for quotes, at the contact information below. They will also have a booth at the up-coming Westman Wedding Expo on February 5th.     In addition to having an on-site wedding chapel, Grand Valley Provincial Park has a nicely treed campground set in the beautiful Assiniboine River Valley. Their campground has 22 electrical sites and 20 un-serviced sites. The campground has washroom facilities with showers, and water is available at different spots throughout the park. There is also a large cook shack that can be rented for group functions. The cook shack seats up to 80 people and is equipped with a fire place, stove, fridges, freezer and a BBQ.  Depending on the weather, they usually like to get the campground facilities open by May long weekend. Grand Valley Park also has a long First Nation History, and some information signs, explaining some of the history, can be found on the self guided interpretive trail with a look out tower. The park covers nearly 50 acres of beautiful oak forest, which has many summer and winter recreation opportunities. “We are open to discuss all types of usage of the park facilities this summer, including camps, retreats, reunions or any other group functions. Please email or call for more information!” Their plans for the near future are to continue to clean up the property, and invest in some of the facilities that exist already. They hope to work with the Parks Department to develop some plans for existing and possibly new trails throughout the park. Katherine Jeroski & Jordan Ross Grand Valley Provincial Park 204 573-3798 grandvalleyprovincialpark@gmail.com www.facebook.com/grandvalleypark     Owners, Katherine Jeroski and Jordan Ross      

A number of us will take for granted that if your dog is injured and requires blood that this will be no problem.. This is where the Canadian Animal Blood Bank comes in. The Blood Bank will set up in various Vet locations across Canada with the hope of getting as much blood possible. The Brandon Hills Vet Clinic on 17th street in Brandon was the location today, as roughly 15 dogs were on-hand donating their blood. Local Vet Jay Thrush feels this is, without a doubt, a very important idea and people should take part in the blood drive if they can. “ We normally have blood supplies locally, but if we needed a larger amount of blood ,we can access their services and have blood at our clinic within a few hours“ To be a candidate, your dog must meet the following criteria: over 55 pounds No older than 8 years old Current with vaccinations Somewhat calm personalit Next local times and dates where your dog can donate: Brandon Hills – February 2nd Grand Valley – February 9th Success stories from the Canadian Animal Blood Bank” http://www.canadiananimalbloodbank.ca/index.php/en/pet-owners/success-stories       (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

A pair of hockey players, both with ties to the Calgary Flames, will highlight a busy Friday evening for autograph seekers at next weekends Dakota Nation Winterfest.  Theoren Fleury, who spent 11 seasons with the Flames, will be in attendance for a series of events, including the opening ceremonies. The opening ceremonies get underway on the Friday evening at 6:00 pm, inside Westman Place. The former NHL All-Star, Stanley Cup winner and Olympic Gold Medalist is also scheduled to host a one hour speaking engagement, "Don't Quit Before the Miracle", inside the Amphitheater starting at 6:30 pm. A one hour autograph session with Fleury will follow on the concourse.   Photo: theofleury14.com   Current Flame, Michael Ferland, will be hosting a one hour autograph session on the main concourse as well.  His session starts at 5:00 pm on the Friday evening.  This season the rugged left winger has 11 points in 45 games. Ferland participated in last winters festivities when he dropped the puck for the ceremonial face off.   Photo: Dakota Nation Winterfest     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});    

A 27-year old Brandon female has been arrested and charged with a variety of offenses following an incident on Tuesday evening. Police say they responded to a call at 7:45 indicting some items had been stolen from a residence in the 800 block of 9th St. Upon arrival the suspect was located outside of the residence, was found to be in possession of a cell phone, which was property of the homeowner. She was arrested and a steak knife, which had been concealed under her belt, was found on the female. She now faces charges of Possession of Property obtained by Crime, Carry a concealed weapon and Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. In other police news Echo Tachan, who had been reported as missing on January 16th, has been located and is fine.     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});