Winkler Police ticket noisy drivers
Among a number of files opened over the past couple of weeks, Winkler Police officers issued several tickets related to excessive noise from vehicles driving in the community.
On May 20th, a $237 ticket was issued to a person for making unnecessary noise as they slowly drove along Chevy Drive repeatedly revving the vehicle's engine.
May 21st, while monitoring traffic on Main Street, officers noted a driver rapidly speeding up from an intersection.
The truck's exhaust was excessively loud, and upon seeing the police, the driver of the truck slowed down.
Highway closures continue as Red River crest approaches
With the the Red River crest between Emerson and Letellier expected some time between Saturday and Monday, there remains numerous highway and rural closures throughout the region. The most recent Provincial Road to close in the region is PR 243 between Emerson and Gretna, which took effect Wednesday evening Local traffic is still being allowed on the stretch of gravel road which has water over it in spots.
For the latest closures in the Municipality of Emerson-Franklin click here
Deadhorse Creek spilling its banks in Morden
The Deadhorse Creek in Morden has spilled its banks as of Saturday morning, with water overflowing onto a number of streets throughout the city.
City Manager Nicole Reidle tells PembinaValleyOnline water is over top of the Parkill Drive bridge, and that area of town is essentially not passable at this time. Meanwhile, the Alvey Street bridge has been completely washed out due to the rushing floodwaters of the Deadhorse Creek.
One more snow day for students as Winter Storm impacts continue leading to cancellations
Many students across Southern Manitoba will get one more snow day Thursday as impacts from this week's storm lead to cancellations once again across the province. Winter Storm Warnings are in effect for much of the region, with snow and blowing snow expected to continue.