Demolition on the Pacific Plaza that sits in the 1700 block of Pacific Avenue started today, with crews ripping off the west side of the building.  Workers were seen using an excavator to tear away parts of the building and load the material into an awaiting semi.  The demolition is part of the Province's plan to make room for the new set of bridges that will replace the Daly Overpass. Demolition on the Kullberg's building is expected to begin soon.  Photo by Liam Pattison Photography Photo by Liam Pattison Photography Photo by Liam Pattison Photography

Brandon, MB – Based on the current public health orders, effective February 12th, 2021 Brandon’s Community Sportsplex will have a limited return to service in the following areas on February 16th, 2021. ArenaRacquetball Courts Restrictions: Individual one-on-one training only, at 25% capacity.The facility remains locked, and access is granted only for individuals who have pre-booked the facility.General Covid-19 protocols such as mask usage, handwashing and physical distancing are in effect. For specific restrictions on arena and racquetball courts, individuals can find an updated return to play document at brandon.ca/images/pdf/sportsplex/SportsplexRTPFEB16.pdf The City of Brandon stresses that access to the Sportsplex facility is being restored with the expectation that anyone using those spaces must follow the Manitoba Public Health Orders, which can be found at manitoba.ca/covid19/restartmb/prs. (City of Brandon PSA)

At around 2:00 Monday afternoon, Brandon Fire and Emergency Services and Brandon Police Service responded to a blaze in the Inland Kenworth business at 1240 Highland Ave, off of the TransCanada highway. Photo by Liam Pattison Photography When fire crews arrived there was considerable smoke coming from the garage portion of the building, with flames coming out of the overhead door space. Firefighters experienced water supply issues with the closest hydrant being frozen. The decision was made to close the TransCanada highway between 18th Street and 1st Street so that a hose could be connected to a hydrant across the road that wasn't frozen.  Photo by Liam Pattison Photography By the time a sustainable water source was established flames were roaring out of the building where the overhead doors used to be. Multiple significant explosions occurred at this time, sending yellow/green smoke billowing from the building.  Photo by Liam Pattison Photography Firefighters continued to battle the blaze with at least 6 fire hoses coming off of 1 fire truck. Brandon's Quint ladder truck was brought in to set up "master stream", but due to only 1 hydrant being available setting up the Quint wasn't possible, as there wasn't enough water pressure to supply both trucks.  Photo by Liam Pattison Photography Fire eventually moved into the office portion of the building which prompted firefighters to break glass in order to get water into that part of the building. As of 6:00pm the fire was still producing large clouds of smoke, and fire crews were still working to extinguish it. Firefighters will likely be fighting the blaze well into the evening and remaining on scene overnight.  Photo by Liam Pattison Photography Photo by Liam Pattison Photography Photo by Liam Pattison Photography Photo by Liam Pattison Photography Photo by Liam Pattison Photography Photo by Liam Pattison Photography

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On February 10, 2021, police responded to multiple reports of a male shooting a gun in the in the area of Baker Bay shortly after 6:00 pm.  Witnesses observed a male with a handgun running away from the area.  Police located and arrested the suspect within minutes.  He was still in possession of a CZ-74 handgun and ammunition.  Nobody was injured because of the shooting. An investigation into the incident revealed that the suspect confronted an individual with the gun, but the individual was able to enter their vehicle and drive away.  The suspect fired the gun towards the vehicle, striking it.  The driver of the vehicle lost control shortly after leaving the area and struck a tree.  The vehicle was towed for further investigation.  The suspect and the driver are not known to one another. The suspect, a 35-year-old male, was held in custody and appeared in court in the afternoon of February 11, 2021 on 14 firearm and weapon offences.  He has been remanded in custody. The charges include: Use of Firearm in the Commission of an OffenceDischarge Firearm with Intent to Endanger LifeAssault with a WeaponDischarge Restricted Firearm into a Place in a Reckless MannerBreach of UndertakingPossession of Firearm Contrary to a Prohibition Order X 3Possession of Restricted Firearm with AmmunitionPossession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is UnauthorizedUnauthorized Possession of a FirearmCarrying a Concealed WeaponPossession of a WeaponPointing a Firearm

The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation is launching a Chase the Ace fundraiser to support the Pumps for Life campaign. Pumps for life is gearing up to raise $900,000 to purchase new infusion pumps for the Brandon Regional Health Centre. An infusion pump allows health care staff to safely administer intravenous fluids required in patient care. These fluids can be medications, blood products, chemotherapy drugs, fluid replacement and nutrients, also known as tube feeding. Infusion pumps are used in all sectors of care – from laboring mothers to newborn babies in the NICU, from the surgical suite to the post-operative stage of care, from chemotherapy and hemodialysis treatments, to end of life care. This replacement project is necessary as the existing pumps are nearing the end of life. Replacing the pumps will also allow standardization of pumps across the Province of Manitoba. This allows for enhanced patient safety when moving between healthcare settings, as well, it allows for bulk buying and cost savings. A total of 360 infusion pumps are needed and we need your help to replace these lifesaving pieces of equipment. Patients across the entire healthcare spectrum will benefit from these new pumps. The success of a campaign like this is totally dependent on community support. The BRHC Foundation Chase the Ace fundraiser is open to all residents of Manitoba and is played securely and safely online. Visit www.chasetheacebrandon.ca to try your luck and support a great cause. Additional donations will be accepted through the BRHC Foundation office. Donations of excess of $1,000 will receive permanent recognition on the campaign wall. Donations of over $15 are tax deductible and cumulative with any donations you may have made in the past or make in the future, with recognition at the $1,000 level being made on our permanent donor board. For further information contact the BRHC Foundation at (204) 578-4226 or at info@brhcfoundation.ca Donations to this project may be made to: Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation – Pumps for Life150 McTavish Avenue EastBrandon, MB R7B 2E3 Or by visiting the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation website at www.brhcfoundation.ca