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Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release At approximately 8:40 A.M. Sunday morning, Police and Fire members responded to a report of a shed smouldering in the backyard of an East End residence. Members from Brandon Fire and Emergency Services extinguished the small fire and the homeowner discovered a gas can in the backyard that did… August 24, 2020

A special $100 million Safe Schools fund is being created by the Manitoba government to ensure safe and healthy learning environments this fall, Education Minister Kelvin Goertzen announced today. “This additional investment in our education system will support our Restoring Safe Schools plan to help ensure our schools remain a safe, familiar place for our… August 24, 2020

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On August 22, 2020 at 2037 hours the Rivers Police Service advised they were in pursuit of a 2004 Hyundai Tiburon along Highway #25.  As they approached the intersection of Highway #10, Rivers Police Service members terminated the pursuit.  Brandon Police Located the vehicle at the intersection of Highway… August 23, 2020

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On August 13th 2020 police received a report of a stolen Employment Income Assistance Cheque.  The investigation revealed that the cheque had been cashed by a 23 year old female from Brandon.  The female suspect has been arrested and charged with Fraud Under $5,000.00.  She will appear in court on… August 22, 2020

Out of an abundance of caution and based on the input of public health experts, educators and parents, the province is now mandating the use of masks for grades 4 to 12 when physical distancing is not possible, Premier Brian Pallister announced today. “We are committed to keeping our students safe as they return to… August 20, 2020