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Timely rains and warm temperatures have made for the perfect growing conditions for our crops in southwest Manitoba. 

The Killarney Foodgrains Grow Project northeast of Killarney is also looking pretty healthy – and harvest isn’t that far away. 

The Manitoba Triathlon has brought over a hundred athletes to the International Peace Garden this weekend with the Mixed Relay taking place today, and the individual competition happening tomorrow. 

On Monday morning of this week, Winnipegosis RCMP received a request to assist Emergency Medical Services during a patient transport from Pine Creek First Nation to a hospital in Dauphin.

The police report stated that the RCMP were alerted by paramedics that the 38-year-old male patient, in the back of the ambulance, had assaulted one of them with a pair of shears.

The Pas RCMP respond to three fires in a two-hour span

 On August 1, 2025, The Pas RCMP responded to three separate reports of active fires, all at different locations.

At approximately 2:40 am, officers received a report of a fully engulfed structure fire on Edwards Avenue. The building was under construction, and there were no occupants.

While on scene, officers received a report of a vehicle fire on Larose Avenue. When police arrived, a fully engulfed vehicle was located in a parking lot belonging to a business.

Portage resident Ryan Espey is reflecting on the impact of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, born Terry Bollea, who passed away from a heart attack on July 24, 2025.

Espey, a longtime fan, shares how the shock of the news and Hogan’s legacy shaped his life.

Information in the Brandon Police news releases may relate to issues of violence or trauma, which could be distressing for some individuals. Be mindful of your well-being and consider whether or not engaging with this content is appropriate for you. 

July 31st Report: 

Fail to Comply with Release Order 

From Friday, August 1, 2025 to Saturday, November 15, 2025 crop residue burning is NOT AUTHORIZED, except by permit, in the municipalities of Rosser, Headingley, St. François Xavier, Cartier, Macdonald, Ritchot, Taché, Springfield, East St. Paul and West St. Paul.

For Friday, August 1, 2025 through Monday, August 4, 2025 crop residue burning is NOT AUTHORIZED in all municipalities and zones in Manitoba due to smoke from forest fires contributing to poor air quality.

For information about applying for a burning permit, please call 204-745-5646 or 1-800-265-1233 toll free.

The move is part of the Canola Council of Canada's new strategic framework, 'Canola Forward: A Strategic Framework for 2025-2030.'

The news came in a press release announcing the new framework. Chris Davison, president & CEO, says the framework is focused on priorities identified by the Canadian canola industry and is aligned to help the industry seize emerging opportunities while navigating changing industry and trade dynamics.

Funeral For: Otto Braun 
Funeral Date: Private 
Otto Braun, 92, of Altona passed away Saturday, July 26th at Altona Memorial Health Centre. He is survived by 2 daughters, 1 son and their families. He was predeceased by his wife Esther.  
A private memorial service will be held. 
Donations may be made to Build a Village, Altona. 
Arrangements by Wiebe Funeral Home, Altona. 

Unionized workers at Canada Post are entering their final day to vote on the Crown corporation's latest contract offer.

Voting is set to wrap up today at 5 p.m., with results expected to be shared shortly after.

The offer includes wage hikes of about 13 per cent over four years but also adds part-time workers that Canada Post has said are necessary to keep the postal service afloat.

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers has urged the roughly 55,000 postal service workers it represents to reject the proposal.