Local News

Shortly before 3:00 on Wednesday afternoon, Brandon Fire & Emergency Services and Brandon Police Service responded to the 2300 block of 10th St. for reports of a side-by-side on fire. Upon arrival it was realized that much more than just a side-by-side was on fire. It appeared that a side-by-side, shed, garage, industrial-type trailer, and multiple… May 6, 2020

The Society for Manitobans with Disabilities has changed its name to Manitoba Possible.The new name has been chosen to better reflect the organization’s mandate in relation to the evolving needs and aspirations of the Manitobans they serve. “This change comes at a time when we are advancing our service offerings and expanding our provincial reach.… May 6, 2020

Brandon, MB. – Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) students from Crocus Plains High School, Elton Collegiate and Vincent Massey High School will be distributing grants totaling $10,000 to 20 local charities on Giving Tuesday May 5 th , 2020. The YIP grant presentation evening was to take place on Tuesday May 5th, hosted by the Elton… May 5, 2020

On Sunday, a 36-year-old male driver, from Calgary, was arrested and taken into custody following a traffic stop by officers with the Manitoba RCMP Roving Traffic unit that uncovered 350 cases of illegal tobacco, containing 3,500,000 cigarettes. Police say the vehicle was traveling westbound on Highway 1, approximately two kilometres east of Brandon at the time.… May 5, 2020

Brandon Riverbank Inc. is pleased to announce that construction of the new Westman Dreams For Kids Accessible Playground has begun as of today. The new playground, which includes equipment designed for kids with mobility issues and autism, will be built near the current playground on Riverbank grounds. Construction is expected to take two weeks (depending on weather).… May 4, 2020