Altona Elks' "Chase the Ace" raises money for early learning programs
A $5,000 donation from the Altona Elks is generating a lot of excitement within the Altona and Area Family Resource Centre (AAFRC).
Local lodge members, including Guy Mullen, presented the funds, generated from its latest round of Chase the Ace, this week.
Public urged to report suspicious activity after increase in Altona graffiti incidents
Police say they are once again seeing an increase in graffiti around Altona's business district, following several complaints that have filed in over the past week.
These incidents, according to the Altona Police Service, are believed to be linked to several other complaints received earlier this fall. Investigation continues.
Meantime, the Altona Police Service reminds residents to report any suspicious activity by calling 204-324-5353, noting you can remain anonymous.
Morden's new daycare creates close-knit community within weeks of opening
The public was recently given an all-access pass to Morden's newest daycare facility, Westview.
About 20 families - kids and parents - were able to explore all eight of Westview's rooms, ask questions of staff and board members and enjoy snacks prepared by the in-house cook during an open house last week.
Site manager, Nancy Davison, said, because the centre is still so new, everyone commented on how bright and fresh it is inside.
Sprinkler break forces temporary relocation of some residents at Altona's Eastview Place
18 residents of Eastview Place in Altona have been temporarily relocated to other facilities in the region following a sprinkler break at the personal care home.
According to information provided by Southern Health-Sante Sud, the break on December 3rd flooded 18 rooms and, the next day, it was determined the affected residents could not return to those rooms until the water damage was repaired.
Altona police warn of fake online investment opportunities
We are, again, being urged to be cautious about who we deal with online.
The warning from the Altona Police Service comes after a resident reported investing a large sum of money with an online firm, only to later be unable to retrieve any of it.
The complainant then searched for online scam recovery companies, and ultimately lost more money as they were also scams. Police note, extra caution is needed as many fake sites exist and say the quality of these sites have greatly improved.
Do you recognize this person?
We are being asked to help identify a suspect that authorities believe was involved in several break and enters last month.
According to Pembina Valley RCMP, the B&Es took place in Roland on November 21st, between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m.
If you know this individual or can help identify this person, please call Carman RCMP at 204-745-6760, contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com
Staches for STARS smashes another fund-raising record - UPDATE
**Updated Monday, December 9, 2024**
The money keeps rolling in despite the official Staches for STARS fund-raising push coming to an end just over a week ago.
In an update sent to PembinaValleyOnline, Lloyd Wiebe said they hit the $140,000 mark on Thursday morning. Again, this far surpasses the $75,000 goal that was set at the start of November and blew past last year's record-setting $113,000.
Check out the full story below.
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New chance to hone hockey, skating skills in Altona
Altona area youth looking to hone their hockey and figure skating skills now have another opportunity to do so.
Beginning immediately, numerous ice times from now until the end of the arena season will be available at no charge for children aged 18 years and under, providing an inclusive opportunity for skill development and recreational enjoyment. The initiative, Under 18 Hockey & Skating, was collaboratively developed by Altona Minor Hockey and the Altona Skating Club.
Morden makes move on long-term wastewater solution
Last week, we told you about a joint effort between the cities of Morden and Winkler and the R.M. of Stanley to explore a temporary solution to Morden's wastewater processing capacity shortage.
At the same time, Morden is actively working on a long-term solution and has made an offer to purchase 300 acres of land within the R.M. of Roland, where it hopes to build a critical new lagoon.
Expanded Electronic Monitoring Program into rural Manitoba adds to Provine's comprehensive public safety strategy, says Premier
Premier Wab Kinew says expanding the province's Electronic Monitoring Program into rural Manitoba is just another aspect of his government's comprehensive approach to public safety.
Initially launched in August in Winnipeg, the program has been extended to some rural communities, including parts of the Pembina Valley such as Carman, Winkler, Manitou and Morden.
He explained, the decision was based, in part, by what the National Police Federation relayed to his government while collaboratively working the Province's bail reform plan.