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A Winkler male received a warning about impersonating a peace officer after an incident last week.

While travelling northbound on Highway 32 October 13th, a male reported to Winkler Police a vehicle approached from behind with flashing lights in the windshield. He pulled over and the vehicle also pulled over behind him, and then swerved back onto the road, spraying stones onto his vehicle. He was able to get a licence plate number, which was registered to a 17-year-old male known to police.

On October 24th, Winkler’s small business community gathered to forge connections and share inspiring words over a meal.  

The luncheon, which was hosted by the Winkler Chamber of Commerce, sought to be a meeting of the heart of the community.  

Inspiring one another 

For Tanya Chateauneuf, the executive director of the host organization, the event is always encouraging.  

The South Eastern Manitoba Hockey League’s 73rd season got underway Friday night in Carman. Marcus Sekundiak scored four times as the Beavers downed the Morden Bombers 6-3. Mikol Sartor and Brett Piper also scored for Carman. Derek Wiebe, Carter Hynes and Tyler Peers replied for the Bombers.

Salem Foundation’s Faspa, Fellowship & Song Fundraiser to bring community together

Josh Okello, Vice-Chair of the Salem Foundation board, shared insights on this year’s Faspa, Fellowship & Song fundraiser, an event set to bring the community together in support of Salem Home’s meaningful initiatives. The event promises “a beautiful chemistry” of fellowship, music, and giving back to a cause that directly impacts the lives of Salem residents.

Community-driven support for Salem Home

It's time for another Made in Manitoba, with a return visit from Desiree Dorion with the release of her new album "Remember Your Name". This is the singer-songwriter and country music performer's seventh studio album, and the second she's released in the last year and a half.

With the winter approaching rapidly CN Rail is looking at a lot of movement coming as winter approaches the prairies.

With plenty of grain left in prairie bins following the harvest, CN Rail will be moving quite a bit of that to buyers over the coming months.

Assistant Vice President of Grain at CN Rail David Przednoweck says that they've been seeing a lot of movement over the previous two weeks.

The Winkler Community Foundation presented its 2024 Vital Signs report yesterday, a community check-up aimed at assessing local well-being and encouraging collective action. 

The Purpose 

The Vital Signs report serves to measure community vitality, find places to grow, and support critical issues.  

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #11 is urging the public to be cautious after discovering a scam targeting local businesses in the days leading up to Remembrance Day. President Bob Frost, along with other members of the Legion, is raising awareness about individuals posing as Legion volunteers and attempting to sell wreaths under false pretenses. 

Funeral For:  Ross Sprung 
Funeral Date: October 28, 2024 
Ross Sprung, 80, of Winkler formerly of Morden, passed away Monday, October 21st at The Villages. He is survived by his wife Linda, and 2 daughters. He was predeceased by 1 sister and 2 brothers. 
Cremation has taken place. 
A memorial service for Ross Sprung will be held Monday, October 28th at 2pm at Morden Alliance Church with ash interment prior to the service at Lakeside Cemetery. 
Donations may be made to Boundary Trails Health Centre Foundation. 

A 29 year old man from Ontario was transported via STARS Air Ambulance to hospital with serious injuries after a head on collision Thursday morning about a mile east of Elm Creek.

Pembina Valley RCMP responded to the call shortly after 8 a.m., and the initial investigation has determined the westbound car driven by the 29-year-old veered over the center line, colliding head on with an eastbound pick-up driven by an 83-year-old male from St. Claude. The pick-up driver was also taken to hospital with injuries.