Fire near Forrest earlier today

Photos by: Liam Pattison Photography Brandon Fire & Emergency service initially responded to a grass fire approximately two miles west of Forrest.  After cleaning up the fire they noticed another grass fire on the west...

Province lifts booze ban at Manitoba campsites for May long weekend

The Manitoba government has lifted the annual liquor ban in provincial campgrounds this May long weekend, Sustainable Development Minister Rochelle Squires announced today. “We know Manitobans love to get out and enjoy the great outdoors...

Brandon University invites discussions with private developers for downtown initiative

Brandon University is exploring private developer options for an ambitious downtown development that could combine new student residences with seniors housing, a commercial component and academic spaces like a black box theatre. At a meeting...

Popular 70’s hard rock band Nazareth to play concert at The 40

Scottish hard rock band Nazareth will be performing a concert in Brandon at The 40 sometime in August.  The band formed in 1968 and had several hits in the United Kingdom and other European...

Cooking up a success story: Aida’s Catering

Nothing comes from a box; everything is made from scratch using the freshest ingredients possible to create the homemade meals that’s Aida Tahhan is most proud of. Aida opened her business in Brandon, Aida’s Catering, almost...