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The Manitoba government is increasing municipal operating basket funding by 28 per cent providing an additional $47 million in the 2023 municipal fiscal year, Manitoba Premier Heather Stefanson and Municipal Relations Minister Andrew Smith announced today. “Our government is listening. We are taking action and getting things done for the benefit of all Manitobans,” said… February 24, 2023

As a result of community feedback, the age of our existing outdoor pool, and facility recommendations in the Recreation and Community Facilities Master Plan, the City of Brandon is exploring preliminary options for the development of a new outdoor aquatic centre in Brandon. In the fall of 2022, a survey was prepared in collaboration with MNP, which… February 24, 2023

Brandon Police Service has received numerous calls today regarding a phone scam.  This is the second time this type of phone scam has occurred in Brandon in the last month.  The scammers are calling random people in Brandon and claiming to be a relative (usually a grandchild or son) and stating that they have been… February 23, 2023

The Manitoba government is providing $220,000 to two organizations for green transportation projects, including the installation of new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, Environment and Climate Minister Kevin Klein announced today. “Transitioning to electric vehicles and increasing access to transit will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support a low-carbon economy and ensure affordability for Manitobans,”… February 23, 2023

On February 21, 2023, at approximately 6:40 am, police received a report of a structure fire at a residence in the 100 block of Frederick Street.  When police and Brandon Fire and Emergency Services (BFES) arrived on scene there were visible flames and smoke billowing out of the residence.  BFES immediately began extinguishing the fire. … February 22, 2023