It took a couple of hours but the RNC got the person they were looking for.

They tried to stop a vehicle in Conception Bay South early in the evening, but the driver sped off. Officers abandoned the pursuit as they recognized the woman who was driving. They later arrested the 29-year-old  and charged her with flight from police, dangerous driving and breach of court orders.

She was held to appear before a judge today.

A worker at the Delta Hotel was assaulted last evening by an intoxicated man.

Police say the incident happened over the supper hour at the downtown hotel. RNC charged the 34-year-old man with assault, breach of probation and breach of a release order.

He is in jail awaiting a court appearance.

Residents and visitors to the town of Melita are noticing the new billboards at the entrances into their community, thanks to the efforts of the local art group, the Prairie Vision Arts Council, and students at Melita School.

The local arts group received a provincial grant through the Arts, Culture and Sports in Community Fund to enhance communities in Manitoba.  The three billboards outside Melita welcoming folks to town was a project that fit the description for the funding, especially since it was Melita and area students who would be partnering with Arts Council.

"The idea was to engage local students to share how they felt about their community, expressing that in words and in pictures with the intention of creating new billboards for the three existing locations," shares project lead, JoAnne Juce.  "We put this out to the school and the principal was very supportive."

The committee had three submissions from middle school aged students; a group project and two individual contenders. The students were encouraged to research and interview local residents, to create the graphics and a slogan for their billboard.

Once they had a rough draft the students were guided by a mentor well-versed in the Arts to field questions and guide the students to create a scaled down version of their billboard.

"Interestingly, they all had a different view of what they thought Melita was all about, which was very cool," shares Juce.  "Once they were finished, their billboard designs were judged by a jury of professional artists.  These artists were not from Melita. They were just going off on the quality of the work and the concept of the signage.  And so, we had a first, second and third place winner at the end of that process."

At the end of the school year last June the committee held an awards event where each of the participants received a monetary prize and were recognized in a larger public way. 

The First Prize was awarded to the duo, Lemmy Garrett and Brianna Weelans for their billboard showcasing a variety of activities throughout the year, giving a special nod to Melita's banana mascot. 

Second Place was awarded to Eva Snyder. focused on Melita being the birding capital of Canada.   She also wanted to bring attention to local endangered species such as Ferruginous Hawk and the Burrowing Owl.

Third Place was awarded to Brooklyn Raynor, showcasing Melita as being in the heart of a prairie region.

All three billboards have been installed and welcome folks to Melita each in their own way, and they're bright and colorful and share a little bit about the southwest corner of the province in a special way.

"So, if you drive down south from Virden, you're going to see the birds, and if you drive down from the east on Hwy 3 you're going to see a beautiful sunset scene with grain elevators and hills, and if you're heading southwest down to Pierson or to Minot you're going to see the third sign, and that's the banana sign with sports in both winter and summer," explains Juce.

The billboards have received very positive feedback from their residents.  "The comments have been extremely favorable, and it tells the story of the different aspects of our town; it's multi-faceted. Yes, this has been a successful project."

The Prairie Vision Arts Council has been encouraging their community in the Arts through a variety of venues, including ownership and operation of the Strand Theatre in Melita.

(photo credit Prairie Vision Arts Council)

The federal election is just a few weeks away, and CBC Yukon has been talking to voters and asking what matters to them and what they want to hear from their candidates.

As spring cleaning gets underway across the southeast, many people are discovering old family treasures tucked away in closets and boxes. Andrea Klassen, Senior Curator at the Mennonite Heritage Village (MHV), recently shared insights about what happens when these heirlooms are donated to the museum and how the public can best help preserve their history. 

Klassen, who recently returned from maternity leave after 11 months, explained that while many people want to donate items to the museum, it’s important to remember that not everything makes the cut.

“What we’re really looking for is an artifact that tells a story,” she said. “Does it have a direct Mennonite connection? Can it help tell us something unique about Mennonite history in Manitoba?” 

Klassen notes that the MHV has a large collection, over 17,000 items, and that it's the story behind an object that is often more important than its age or condition.

“Some people say, ‘Oh, it’s old and in perfect condition,’ and while that’s great, it’s not the main deciding factor. The story it holds is what truly matters.” 

While some people do drop off items at the museum, Klassen said it’s better if they call ahead first.

“We prefer that people don’t just drop things off. When we accept an artifact, it’s a legal transfer of ownership, and without proper documentation, the item is in limbo. Plus, we miss out on those vital stories that make the objects come alive.”

Klassen shared an example of a unique artifact—a bracket fungus turned into a picture frame. Initially, it seemed like a simple, interesting item, but when the donor explained its background, the artifact’s value increased significantly.

“This was made by David Krahn, a Conscientious Objector who served in the Riding Mountain National Park C.O. camp. The photo inside is of his fiancée, Maria Enns. They got married in 1944, despite her family’s objections because David was from a Russlaender Mennonite background,” Klassen explained. “Without the family’s backstory, this artifact wouldn’t have the same depth.” 

Klassen also encouraged people to talk to their family members when they can.

“I’ve had many conversations with donors who say, ‘I wish I’d asked my grandparents more questions about these items.’ Don’t wait—ask those questions now. The stories are part of the treasure.” 

For those considering donating something to the MHV, Klassen suggests gathering as much information as possible about the item before bringing it in.

“Do your homework,” she advised. “If you have a family heirloom, write down the stories behind it, or ask the person who gave it to you about it. It makes a huge difference.”

If an item doesn’t fit with the museum’s collection, Klassen suggested looking for a more appropriate home.

“We work closely with other institutions like the Mennonite Heritage Archives in Winnipeg. Sometimes an object is better suited for a different museum, and that’s perfectly fine. The key is ensuring it’s preserved and appreciated.” 

Once an artifact is accepted, it’s given a unique number and thoroughly cataloged.

“Every item gets a number and a detailed physical description. We track its location and any new information that comes up. That number follows the item forever, ensuring its history is kept intact,” Klassen explained. 

She also mentioned that while many items stay in storage due to space limitations, this is actually the best place for them to remain in good condition.

“Our storage is temperature and humidity-controlled, which is the safest environment for these items. They may not always be on display, but we rotate exhibits to share different parts of the collection with the public.” 

Klassen’s work is a labor of love, ensuring that Mennonite history is preserved for future generations. She encourages everyone to think of their family heirlooms as more than just old objects, but as vital pieces of history. 

“If you have something that might be of historical value, don’t hesitate to reach out to us,” she said. “Every artifact has a story to tell, and we want to make sure those stories live on.” 

Steinbach residents regularly see public hearing notices posted on properties or listed in the news, but many may not know what a public hearing actually involves.

Mayor Earl Funk says public hearings are a key part of the city’s decision-making process, offering residents a formal opportunity to speak directly to Council—most often on land use matters such as zoning changes or conditional use applications.

How public hearings work

Funk says the public hearing begins once the regular portion of a council meeting is paused. At that point, the hearing is formally opened, and both the applicant and members of the public can speak on the issue.

“Basically, we start the Council meeting off as normal and then we get to the public hearing,” Funk explains. “I will close the Council meeting, open the public hearing and that allows the public to come forward.”

If a developer or applicant is present, they speak first. Then, residents are invited to ask questions, share comments or raise objections. Funk says all speakers must provide their name and address for the record.

“There’s a policy that we need to follow because if there’s enough objections, we need to contact these people again because they have to further object (for it to go) to the Municipal Board,” he says.

Once all comments have been made, the applicant is given a final chance to respond. Then the public hearing is closed, the council meeting resumes, and Council may make its decision.

Notices sent to nearby residents

Deputy Mayor Michael Zwaagstra says they inform residents of public hearings in advance to make sure they have the opportunity to take part.

“Public hearings are always advertised, and so certainly on the city website there will be information there. It also has to be advertised in local media,” says Zwaagstra.

For site-specific proposals, he says notices are also posted directly on the property in question.

“So that way anyone who lives in the area is likely to see it,” he notes, adding that if you live within 100 metres of that particular property, you would get a registered letter in the mail informing you of the public hearing.

Zwaagstra says the city uses several tools to keep residents informed.

“We use as many communication avenues as possible to let people know about a public hearing,” he says. “Whether it’s our website, registered mail going out to people in the area, advertising in local media, even posts on social media.”

A key part of the democratic process

Funk says public hearings are an important part of council’s role in listening to the community and making informed decisions.

“This is one of the mechanisms where we hear from the residents,” he says. “I think it’s a very important part of our meetings, a very important part of our job and it’s a very important part of our fact finding.”

Drivers in Steinbach can expect changes to their commute starting Monday as a portion of Friesen Avenue closes for underground infrastructure work.

The City of Steinbach says Friesen Avenue between Main Street and Elmdale Street will be closed beginning April 7 as crews begin extending the sewer and water main lines. The closure will remain in effect until further notice.

The left-turn lane for southbound traffic on Main Street at Friesen Avenue will also be closed, and northbound drivers on Main Street will not be allowed to turn right at Friesen.

Access to 231 Main Street will remain open from Friesen Avenue, but there will be no access to 243 and 247 Main Street from Elmdale Street during the project.

Motorists are asked to use caution and follow all posted signage in the area while the work is being completed.

Doucet Hennessy House in Bathurst is a finalist in the Next Great Save, a national competition where the winner gets money to go toward preserving or renewing a heritage place.

A 24-year-old woman has lost her car after police discovered she had $11,000 in unpaid tickets.

Police pulled over the woman on Canada Drive yesterday afternoon just before 3:00. The woman was also found to have little documentation needed to drive.

She’s been ticketed for driving while suspended, driving without insurance and operating an uninsured vehicle.

For the first time in 20 years, the Herder is going back to Deer Lake.

The Red Wings took game four on Clarenville ice, clinching the best of seven in a sweep.

Drew Langdon scored the go-ahead goal in the middle period, helping his team to a 3-1 win over the Caribous.

The win now marks the third championship in their history, winning in 2001 and 2005.

One London business owner says his company specializing in mailing Canadian confections to U.S. retailers will be in jeopardy if the U.S. closes the little-known trade loophole known as the de minimus customs exemption.

Spring is in the air. That means more birds flocking to Nova Scotia and the risk of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu.

The Municipality of the County of Colchester announced in a Facebook post last month that it would soon be decommissioning the Lower Truro spring "due to health, safety and liability concerns."

CBC Radio's Information Morning gathered a panel of students from Acadia University to talk about what issues matter to them during the 2025 federal election.

Canada's next federal election is April 28. Here's everything you need to know to cast your ballot on election day or at an advance poll on P.E.I.

The P.E.I. government intends to explore the idea of building a new shipping port on the Island, but an expert in maritime and port systems says such a project is not feasible and could be extremely costly.

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A helicopter crashed during an operation to extinguish a fire in southeastern South Korea on Sunday, killing its pilot, the local fire agency said.

A local fire office said that the fire at the hill in the city of Daegu had been put out about one hour after it had broken out.

The identity of the pilot and the cause of the crash weren’t immediately known.

The southeastern regions in South Korea suffered last month the worst-ever wildfires on record. Multiple blazes driven by strong winds and dry weather razed vast swaths of land and killed 31 people, including a pilot whose helicopter crashed during efforts to contain one of the wildfires.

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The consumer carbon tax's demise has made its mark on gas prices across Newfoundland and Labrador, but that doesn't mean carbon pricing will disappear entirely.

Lydia Campbell, a legend of Labrador literature, has a new headstone. Campbell’s descendent, Mina Campbell, worked with Them Days magazine and the provincial department of Labrador Affairs to honour her great-great-grandmother’s final resting place.

Not much can hold St. Lawrence family back from enjoying the outdoors