Government Funds 60 New Paramedic Positions in Rural Manitoba
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BRANDON—The Manitoba government is moving forward with plans to enhance the province’s emergency medical services (EMS) system by providing funding for 60 new, full-time paramedic positions, Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Kelvin Goertzen announced today. “The investment in 60 new full-time paramedic positions will ensure highly skilled professionals are available for emergency dispatch and…
Shed and tree fire Monday afternoon
Just before 2:00 this afternoon, BFES and BPS responded to the parking lot of 11 Cornell Bay for a shed and trees on fire. When fire crews arrived, a shed and evergreen trees were on fire, with the fire spreading to a neighbouring yard. Other buildings and vehicles were in danger from the fire as well, but…
Public Notice – Suspicious Male Approaching Children
The Brandon Police Service is investigating after receiving four different complaints of a male acting suspiciously and approaching female children in the areas of Linden Lanes and Meadows. The first report was received on Friday evening and other reports were received on Sunday afternoon. In all of the reported instances, the man was noted to…
Manitoba Summer Fair adds new partnerships and new attractions
April 30.2018 BRANDON, MB – The Manitoba Summer Fair returns to Brandon June 6 - 10 at the Keystone Centre with more music, more entertainment and more community partnerships. “Major events like the Manitoba Summer Fair enrich our city and have a meaningful impact on lives in a number of different ways.” Said Ron Kristjansson,…
Vehicle fire in the 1100 block of Lorne Ave
Shortly after 10:15pm Sunday evening, Brandon Fire and Brandon Police were called to the 1100 block of Lorne Ave for a vehicle fire. Upon arrival, the engine compartment of the sedan was completely engulfed in flames. Firefighter/paramedics were able to get the fire under control in a matter of minutes, and no nearby vehicles or houses were in…
