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It's been about a month since a group of volunteers hit the streets of Carman and the R.M. of Dufferin, acting as an extra set of eyes and ears for the local RCMP. 

Following a recruitment drive this summer, 9 people were selected to help get the newly minted Carman-Dufferin Citizens on Patrol Program (COPP) off the ground and, according to Monica Halbesma, Carman-Dufferin Fire Department's public education safety coordinator, it's been so far, so good. 

Obby Khan says now is a great opportunity to deliver his positive and respectful leadership style.

Khan is one of two candidates vying to become the next leader of Manitoba's Progressive Conservative party.

"For months, I've been attending gatherings - small and large - and that really helped me make the jump to doing this," he said. "Listening to people over and over again, the common theme (that) came up was, 'build a really strong team, Obby. Show respect, listen, build each other up'."

Metafiction can be difficult to disentangle, but for one local playwright, it's at the core of his latest work, and it's sure to add some humour. The setting of play involves pirates — sort of. 

Talent from home 

Patrick Derksen’s An Act of Piracy hits P.W. Enns Centennial Concert Hall's stage from November 7–10. The story makes use of an unexpected context for a familiar (and perhaps relatable) archetype, struggling artists.

The dedication and hard work of Winkler’s Darrius Joof paid off in Missouri last month.  

A meeting place for talent 

The athlete travelled to Kansas City for the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation’s (IBJJF’s) International Open — a prestigious event that attracts the best from the southern USA and beyond.  

Former president Donald Trump is poised to return to White House after a polarizing U.S. election that deeply divided the country.

The U.S. election on Tuesday saw Trump post early wins in critical states by taking Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia. 

Vice-President Kamala Harris did not appear at her election night party at her alma mater Howard University in Washington. 

Top aides told the audience that Democrats would continue overnight to fight to make sure that every vote is counted.

Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada announced an impressive turnout of 275 supporters at one of the organization’s key fundraising banquets at Winkler Bible Camp on Monday. The evening brought together donors, volunteers, and staff in a celebration of unity and purpose.

"Evenings like tonight are incredibly special," Derek Neufeld, Pembina Valley Development Director, shared. "It's like a big family gathering where we can connect with our supporters. Plus, these events provide essential financial resources to continue our ministry."

With the ground about to freeze across the prairies, many farmers are getting soil sampling done before the end of the year.

Testing out just what's in many farmer's grounds is a key part of making sure you know what's under the surface and what might need to go in.

Warren Ward, an agronomy specialist with the Canola Council of Canada, talks about the necessity of that testing.

The Canadian Country Showcase, hosted by Courtney Fielder, airs every weekend on Saturdays at 12 PM and Sundays at 4 PM. Courtney engages in conversations with emerging country music artists and the established stars we’ve come to love, celebrating their milestones and new releases. Episode 26 of the podcast, featuring Jeff Catto and Matt Martin, aired on the weekend of November 2nd and 3rd, 2024.

A female is facing drug and weapon charges after Winkler Police responded to a call Saturday.

According to the department's latest activities report, officers were dispatched to a parking lot on Main Street for a report of a verbal argument between a male and female.

The female appeared to be under the influence of a drug, and was arrested under the Intoxicated Persons Detention Act. It was then that police located on her person a weapon, and what appeared to be fentanyl. 

Time is ticking, and we need your help to spotlight our community’s most deserving farmers. With Harvest Heroes right around the corner on November 13th at Smitty's Lounge, there’s still a chance to nominate a farmer who’s gone above and beyond to support our region. But we need more entries! Let’s come together to recognize the individuals who dedicate their lives to nurturing our land and growing the food we all rely on.