We are so grateful to the team behind the CPKC Hockey Tournament for choosing Westman Dreams for Kids as the recipient of this year’s tournament proceeds! 🏒 This donation is one of the largest donations in Westman Dreams for Kids History! 💙 This marks the first time the event has been hosted in Brandon. We are truly thankful for the support, generosity, and community spirit shown by everyone involved with CPKC and enormous applause to the host committee! This generous donation will help us continue making dreams come true for children in Westman living with serious health challenges. Thank you, CPKC, for your support, heart, and commitment to WDFK! (Pictured is WDFK President, Scott Major, CPKC host committee members: Brad McDonald, Jordan Campbell, WDFK’s Danna Rudniski, CPKC Assistant Superintendent of Brandon/Minnedosa, Clayton Goodwin, Joey Timmer, Drew Bertone & Teighan Fleming)

Possess Weapon / Mischief Under $5000 On June 10th at 3:09PM Police were called to an incident of a female who had used a knife to cut a neighbour’s trampoline and children’s toys. Police attended and arrested the 25-year-old female. She was held in BPS detention cells for court in the morning on June 11th, 2025. Failure to Comply Release Order X2 / Impaired On June 11th at 1:15AM Police were advised of a possible impaired driver in the 1900 block of Richmond Avenue. Police located the vehicle in a parking lot. The driver, a 43-year-old male, was arrested and transported to BPS. The male did not have a drivers license, had open beer, and was in breach of several Release Order conditions. He was held in BPS detention cells for court in the morning. The vehicle was towed. Charges – Failure to Comply Release Order X2, Operation While Impaired, Operation Exceeding 80mgs% as well as Invalid Drivers License and Unlawfully Transport Liquor. Failure to Attend Court On June 10th at 10:30AM Police were called to the 300 block of Brentwood Trailer Court for an unrelated matter and while there located a 31-year-old male who had an Unendorsed Warrant of Arrested (Failure to Attend Court). The male was arrested and held in BPS detention cells for court in the morning.

At approximately 1:15 PM today, Brandon Police Service responded to a report of an incident at Neelin High School involving two male youths. Officers arrived promptly, and by 1:22 PM, a 16-year-old male suspect was arrested and taken into custody. The 15-year-old male victim received immediate medical attention. His parents have been notified, and care supports are being provided to him and his family. As a precaution, the school was placed under lockdown. That lockdown has since been lifted. There is no ongoing threat to students, staff, or the surrounding area with respect to this incident. To allow for continued investigation and support, students and families can expect an early dismissal today. School administration will provide further instructions. This incident remains under active investigation. We ask for patience as we work to gather all the facts. Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available and can be released. The Brandon Police Service is working closely with school officials and community partners to ensure the ongoing safety and well-being of all students and staff. We recognize the impact this incident may have on the broader school community and encourage those in need of support to access available school and mental health resources.

The 2025 Hope 4 Holden 50/50 Raffle is entering its final stretch with momentum building and the prize pot now exceeding $7,000. Hosted in partnership between the Brandon Wheat Kings Foundation and the Hope 4 Holden Organizing Committee, the raffle supports the Ataxia-Telangiectasia Children’s Project and helps fund research into a rare disease affecting local six-year-old Holden Stewart. Holden was diagnosed in 2021 with Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A‑T), a degenerative disorder that affects movement, coordination, and immune function. With no cure currently available, fundraising efforts like this raffle are vital to supporting promising research and offering families hope for the future. “We’ve been blown away by the support from the community,” said Derrick Stewart, Holden’s dad and one of the organizers. “It’s not easy sharing our story, but the response reminds us we’re not in this alone. Every ticket sold fuels real hope — not just for Holden, but for families facing A‑T across North America. There’s also a strong connection between A‑T and cancer research, so the impact of this fundraiser reaches far beyond one rare disease.” The raffle closes Friday, June 13 at 5:30 PM, and is open to residents of Manitoba aged 18 and older. Tickets can be purchased online at hope4holden5050.com. The campaign is generously supported by 2025 sponsors: Crosier Kilgour, Crane Steel, Shanks Golf, West Hawk Marine, Wheat City Electric, Farm House Consultants, Teranet Manitoba, Cando Rail, Light and Me, Brandon Maintenance, Brandon University, and Four Seasons. To learn more, visit hope4holden.com

Located on Park Ave and 16th Street the all new Kongo's is open for business. Kongo's is a brand new restaurant inside NeXgen Family Entertainment Center! With eight big comfy booths, it's the perfect spot to sit, relax, and chat about all the fun you've had. Whether you just traveled through far away lands in the Hologram Zoo, tackled a VR escape room, or took down a horde of zombies, Kongos is here to refuel you with delicious eats. From delicious pizza, hearty pasta, and tasty apps to fresh salads and sweet treats, there's something for everyone. Come hungry, leave happy!