Brandon residents and visitors will soon be able to enjoy a fresh sushi experience, as Sushi Sama, a popular sushi chain, is set to open a new location inside the Shoppers Mall in the fall of 2024. Known for its high-quality ingredients, delicious flavors, and affordable prices, Sushi Sama has built a reputation for offering a wide range of sushi rolls, sashimi, and Japanese-inspired dishes that appeal to both sushi enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Sushi Sama offers an extensive menu, including classics such as California rolls, salmon nigiri, tempura shrimp, and more creative options like specialty rolls and vegetarian choices. Alongside sushi, customers can expect to find Japanese staples such as miso soup, gyoza, and seaweed salad. With Brandon’s growing demand for diverse dining options, Sushi Sama’s arrival is highly anticipated, providing an exciting addition to the food scene in the Shoppers Mall. The new restaurant is expected to attract a wide range of customers, including families, students, and professionals looking for a convenient and healthy meal. No official word on an opening date yet, please check/follow the Shoppers Mall Facebook page for future updates.

On September 10th at 1:08PM police conducted a traffic stop on a taxi in the 800 block of 10th Street. The two passengers, males aged 19 and 22, were not wearing their seatbelts and had open liquor in the vehicle. A search resulted in finding a large knife. Both males were arrested for Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose and issued tickets for the seatbelt and open liquor offences. The 19-year-old was also on a Release Order not to possess weapons and had a reside clause that he was breaching. The 19-year-old was held in detention cells for court in the morning on September 11th, 2024. The 22-year-old to be released once sober with a court date of October 31st, 2024.

On September 6th at 11:22AM health authorities reported to police that a male had been bear maced and had a gun pulled on him the previous night. Victim was a 39-year-old male. Video surveillance shows the victim outside smoking in the 100 block of 13th street when he was approached by four male suspects who pulled a sawed-off firearm, machete, and a canister of bear mace on him. They surrounded him and demanded his belongings. Once he did so one of the suspects discharged the cannister of bear mace striking the victim. Suspects then fled on foot. An 18-year-old male was identified as one of the suspects and he was arrested at his residence on September 9th, 2024. He was held in detention cells for court in the morning on September 10th, 2024. Another 18-year-old male was identified as co-accused. Police attended his residence on September 9th, 2024, where he had the victim’s belongings and a can of bear mace. The male was arrested and held in detention cells for court in the morning on September 10th, 2024.

Brandon’s first-ever minor injury clinic is set to open later this month at its new home on Sixth Street, Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara announced today. “This clinic is all about convenience and quick care for Brandon families,” said Asagwara. “It’s great news for parents when their kid needs stitches or a cast or anyone who needs to see a doctor for non-urgent care and doesn’t want to spend hours in a waiting room. Our government promised to create more of these clinics across the province and I’m pleased we will soon open our first one in Brandon.” The Brandon Minor Injury and Illness Clinic will be located on the main level of 144 Sixth St. in Brandon and operate seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Patients will be able to book appointments online with some appointments reserved for walk-in patients. “This new clinic will be a great alternative when you need care but do not require a visit to the emergency department,” said Treena Slate, CEO, Prairie Mountain Health. “We are proud of how our staff have pulled together and are working hard to have this clinic open and ready to deliver high-quality patient care and ease the demand on emergency departments.” The clinic will be staffed by physicians, nurse practitioners and other health-care professionals who will provide support for minor health concerns including minor injuries. Some examples include suspected fractures and sprains, rashes, fevers, sore throats or ears, abdominal pain, eye infections, colds and coughs. Staff will be able to further connect patients to additional services that may be needed, said Asagwara. The clinic aligns with provincial goals to expand primary care capacity within the region. “I’m so pleased to see that our government is moving forward with an expansion of the minor injury clinic model for Brandon, which will connect Brandonites with the care they need,” said Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism Minister Glen Simard. “Today’s announcement shows that our government is making progress on our promise to fix health care across our province. Our government recognizes the task ahead, and we’re up to the job of delivering for Manitobans and the Westman region.” Brandon’s clinic is one of the first minor injury and illness clinics in the province alongside one operating on Corydon Avenue in Winnipeg and two more that are set to open in Winnipeg.

On Sunday, September 8th at 5:16PM police were notified that a credit card had been stolen and it was being used to order pizza to a house on the east end of Brandon. Investigation led to the 100 block of Victoria Avenue East. A 33-year-old male was located at the residence alongside stolen property belonging to the owner of the credit card. The 33-year-old male was wanted on previous charges as well and was arrested, held in custody, and will attend court in the morning on September 9th, 2024.