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There were no injuries reported in a two vehicle collision north of Jordan Corner Wednesday night around 8 p.m.

According to RCMP, two semi-trailers collided on Highway 3 near Road 26 North due to icy road conditions. The scene was about one mile north of the Highway 3 and 23 junction.

One of the trucks had significant damage, and had to be towed from the scene.

Roland Fire and Rescue also responded to the scene.

The holiday spirit is in full swing as local baker Jen Chapman leads a heartfelt fundraiser titled "Baking Spirits Bright" to benefit Ancla de Amor, an orphanage in Mexico. The initiative combines Chapman’s passion for baking with her deep connection to the ministry, which was founded by her brother, Brian.

“I’m just a home baker who loves to bake,” shared Chapman. “My brother and his family started Ancla de Amor, so it’s pretty near and dear to my heart. This bake sale felt like a way I could help.”

Yash Patel had only been away from his native India for a few weeks when he was dropped off on the bald Canadian prairie in the middle of a nighttime blizzard and given vague instructions to walk in a straight line into the United States, he testified Wednesday.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce on Thursday a temporary GST break for certain essential items to help ease affordability pressures.

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says in a statement that the announcement is in response to his party's demands to permanently lift the goods and services tax on a range of expenses.

Morden police are investigating after receiving yet another report of fraud.
    
In this latest case, police say the victim noticed a large amount of money charged to their credit card. As well, someone was fraudulently attempting to filed a loan in the victim's name
    
The investigation is ongoing.

You can find the latest Morden Police Report, here.

A private firm has been hired to develop a comprehensive vision and framework for Altona's urban forest.

Davey Resource Group has been contracted to do the work which will include both a strategic and operational plan for managing the sustained planning, planting, protection, maintenance, and care of trees, forests, greenspace and related resources in the community. 

The Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Support Group (CCCSG) annual Toy Drive is on now. 

Volunteer Board Chair Naomi Fehr said new, unwrapped toys are accepted right now for the December 7th, Christmas party where families from across Manitoba come together to celebrate the season and have some fun and food, complete with Santa. 

Morden mayor Nancy Penner has named a new deputy mayor for the city of Morden, Doug Frost who is in his fourth term on council. 

Penner outlined why she made this decision two years before the next election. 

Protein Industries Canada has put an open call out for projects exploring the blending of pulses and cereal crops to create new ingredients and plant-based food products as well as improve existing ones in store shelves.  

Gateway Resources Christmas concert: A heartwarming celebration of music and community

The Christmas season has arrived, and Gateway Resources is gearing up for its annual Christmas concert, bringing the community together to celebrate the spirit of the season. The concert, which features performances from the participants of Gateway Resources, will take place on Thursday, November 28th, at 7:00 PM at the Winkler Bergthaler Mennonite Church. Admission is free, and a freewill offering will be collected to support Gateway’s programs.