The City of Flin Flon have extended their deadline for the community to fill out the Safety and Well Being Surveys til Tuesday June the 30^th.

The City really wants to get  your input and Deputy Mayor Alison Dallas Funk explains why it is important to make sure these surveys get filled out. " It is really important that everyone participates, this is going to really shape what our community is going to look like in the next four years. It will give us a tool to apply for funding for certain programs, like community safety officers, RCMP, what ever we need. We want everybody to have an opinion and have their voice heard. It is your chance and opportunity to say what you are concerned about and what you would like to see in our community. Also what is currently working? What are we doing well? We need people to participate and to see what our community loks like and what everyone is looking for."

All you have to do is scan the QR code on the poster which is located on both the City Of Flin Flon Facebook page and City Of Flin Flon website at cityofflinflon.ca.

The City of Flin Flon will be holding an Open House for the 2027 Board Of Revision.

This is an opportunity for residents and property owners to find out more about the assessment appeal process. You will also be able to ask questions and speak with representatives about the upcoming  Board of Revision.

It takes place at Council Chambers at the City of Flin Flon this Tuesday June the 23^rd between 1 and 4pm.

For more information contact the City of Flin Flon at 1-833-210-6435.

The Flin Flon /Creighton Seniors have purchased an E-Bike with the help of various grants and donations from businesses in Flin Flon.

The Flin Flon Creighton Seniors reached out to the City of Flin Flon to help get the ball rolling and Katie Anderson tells us where they were able to get the money from. " The big one was a grant from Age Friendly  Manitoba for $10,000.00. The Credit Union was generous with $5,000.00 and the Flin Flon Neighborhood Revitalization also gave $5,000.00 which will cover the whole bike. We have a Canopy for it and we are going to have helmets and train people how to ride it. It will be available for Seniors, people with a disability and the general public." 

The bike will be stored at the Tourist Bureau and they are hoping to unveil it during the Trout Festival Parade. They are planning on setting up a schedule where people from the Northern Lights Manor and the Personal Care Home will have special times to use the bike.

Details are still being worked out and booking information will be released at a later date.

Community Futures Greenstone wants to give you the opportunity to be a CEO for a day.

Greenstone will be holding a Children’s Business Fair at the Creighton Tourism Office on Saturday June the 27^th between 11am and 2pm.

Becky Cianflone and their Summer student Hailey  explain  the event. " It is a take off of the Biz Kid camps that we used to run. This is a one day version where the kids bring their own products and ideas and where they will set up a Market. You can expect 10 to 15 tables with kids running them,  including a chance to buy from them and we will also have chips and drinks available."

 This is open to kids  between 6 and 15 and If you are looking for more information or to sign up you can contact admin@cfgreenstone.com or call 204-687-6967.

On June 13^TH , RCMP  officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision at a business located on Highway 10A in Flin Flon.

Information provided to officers was that a backhoe had driven into the front wall of the business causing some damage. No injuries were reported from within the business which was closed at the time.

Officers responded and met with the 76-year-old male driver, from Flin Flon, who was subsequently arrested for impaired driving and taken into custody.

He was later released from custody for a court appearance scheduled for December 10th, in Flin Flon.

If you suspect someone is driving under the influence of alcohol and/or a drug, please contact the Flin Flon RCMP Detachment immediately at 204-687-1422.

Creignton RCMP are investigating after counterfeit Canadian currency was reportedly passed at a local business.

On June 15th, Creighton RCMP received a report of counterfeit $50 bills being used at a business in Creighton. The counterfeit bills seized by police all had the same serial number: AHU5885903.

Saskatchewan RCMP are advising the public to remain vigilant when handling cash transactions and to be familiar with common indicators of counterfeit bills, including:

- Counterfeit bills may have security elements that appear to be applied as stickers or overlays.

- They may feel different than real bills and may be easily damaged or ripped.

- They may differ in size, shape or colour.

- They may contain holographic images and numbers that do not match the bill denomination.

- They may have black line or bars on them.

Creighton RCMP continue to investigate.

National Indigenous People’s Day will be celebrated right across the country this Sunday June the 21^st including a big celebration in the Flin Flon area.

Vanessa Campbell is the Elder Coordinator and she mentions the different events that you will be able to enjoy on Sunday. " So we are going to have the Nemihitowok Hoop Troop performing as well as Ron Burwash. We are going to have a gathering of the drum with Elder Margaret and Tipi teachings as well. I want to invite everyone down to share in the teachings in the tipis with April Head Nickel, Jenilee Lengyel, Allie Krasolowski and Christie Janvier."

There will also be fiddling music, opening remarks from community leaders, musical headliner Just The Boys, a free barbecue and face painting, culture games, bubble station and crafts for the kids.

It all takes place at the Creighton School Field starting at 1pm.

The City called for tenders and have awarded Tiger Calcium the contract for dust control, Dunn Rite Tire Sales the contract for sanding the roads in the Winter,  and Wintec Building Services for curb and sidewalk repairs.

The City has put a plan together for Boundary realignment which will include the Community Hall Garage, Community Hall Parking lot, Whitney House and Staff House, RCMP building and Flin Flon Airport.

The new Aqua Centre is getting closer to an official grand opening and have a couple of Fun Swims planned for next week. They have posted prices for using the facility on their website and continue to look for Life Guards to train to add to their staff.

A plan has been put together for the Pine Street Bridge where there is funds available from the Sidewalk and Accessorie  grant which will allow them to remodel the bridge. The City are pricing things out and want to start work by the fall.

The City has also approved a donation of $5,000.00 towards the Mile 0 Project which is located at the entrance of Smeaton Saskatchewan. A sign is going to be constructed which will hopefully  help promote tourism for the Flin Flon area.

Some exciting news from the City of Flin Flon, they will be opening up the Joe Brain Petting Zoo for another Summer starting today.

They weren’t able to open last year because of the evacuation and Zoo Supervisor Rylee Reierson welcomes everyone to come out and visit the animals. " We are super excited to have the Zoo open this year, we have all our regular animals including goats, pigs, sheep and chickens. This year we also have some new animals including a Llama who is super cute and a snake, a Gekko, Bearded Dragon and even a little Turtle." 

The Zoo is open 7 days a week 11am to 7pm and there is an admission of $2.00 per person. You can also purchase a season family pass for $50.00.

If you would like to book a tour, birthday party or any type of private event you can contact Rylee at 204-271-4530.

The Northern Neighbors Foundation handed out their annual grants to different groups and organizations in Northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan,  Monday night at Council Chambers at Flin Flon City Hall.

A total of $188,872.10 was  distributed to the communities of Flin Flon, Creighton, Denare Beach, Cranberry Portage and Snow Lake.

The bigger grants went to the Snow Lake Snow Drifters for $20,862.00 to purchase a Hall Projector, The City of Flin Flon $20,000.00 for the Aqua Centre, Northern Gateway Museum  $15,000.00 for a cabinet upgrade, Norman Community Services $14,540.00 for backyard restoration and the Wahkohtowin Trails Committee $12,776.00 for the purchase of trail equipment.

Other organizations that received grant money included the Town of Snow Lake, Village of Denare Beach, Granny Willow, Cranberry Heritage Museum, Town of Creighton, Creighton School, Creighton Community Hall, Legion Senior Housing, McIsaac School, Friendship Centre, Rotary Housing and Northern Lights Manor.

If you would like to apply for a grant for next  year you can find an application at northernneighbours.com or call Shylo at 204-687-0848.

La Ronge RCMP are working to locate Sampson Roberts, who is wanted on warrant in relation to a shooting investigation.

On June 11^th, La Ronge RCMP received a report of a shooting on Bird Place.

Investigation determined an altercation occurred between two adult males outside a residence. During the altercation, one of the males discharged a firearm and the second male was injured. The armed male left the scene driving a car he took from the scene. The male victim was taken to hospital by EMS with injuries described as serious, but non-life-threatening, in nature.

On the morning of June 12^th , La Ronge RCMP located and recovered the car the male suspect was described as driving at the time of the incident. At this time, the suspect has not been located.

As a result of continued investigation, 25-year-old Sampson Roberts from the La Ronge area is charged with multiple offenses including  one count of discharging a firearm with intent.

A warrant has been issued for Sampson Roberts’s arrest. La Ronge RCMP continue work to locate Sampson Roberts and ask members of the public to report sightings and information on his whereabouts.

Sampson Roberts is described as:

• Height: 5’7”
• Weight: 145 lbs
• Eye colour: brown
• Hair colour/style: brown

If you see Sampson Roberts, do not approach him. Report all sightings and information on the whereabouts of Sampson Roberts to La Ronge RCMP by calling 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

The Town of Creighton is getting ready for a busy Summer and will be hosting a number of events for kids and the entire family.

Creighton Rec Director Lindsay Shirran lets us know what is coming up. " The Spray Pool is set to open on June the 27th for the season. The hours for the year will be 11am to 6pm daily, weather permitting as we only close if it is raining. On Sunday June the 28th we will be hosting a free Yoga In The Park with Kristin Imrie at 12:320 pm at the soccer field. That leads up to Canada Day where we will have a number of events going on through out  the day . We are the hosts of the parade, so we will have that coming out this way. There will be a Show and Shine with the Classic Cars at the Sportex. The Canada Day afternoon is being moved over to the Soccer Field this year."

Creighton is also hosting activities for National Indigenous Peoples Day this Sunday June the 21^st at the Creighton School Field. Opening Prayer will happen at 1pm followed by lots of great entertainment and a free barbecue.

The Flin Flon Creighton Seniors held a Walk A Thon at the Creighton Walking Track this past Saturday to raise money for equipment at the new Aqua Centre.

Donna Rudd on behalf of the Board Of Directors tells us they brought in more money than expected. " Originally we wanted to purchase a Water Walker that helps and assists people when they are walking in the pool. Whether you have had a hip replacement, knee issues or  what ever. So we were hoping to raise a thousand dollars to purchase one of those,  but now with all the proceeds that came in we will be able to purchase two of those.We are also going to talk to people at the pool and see what else they need and send the remaining amount of money to purchase something else. We don't know what that will be yet."

More than three thousand dollars was raised and the Flin Flon Creighton Seniors want to thank Creighton Recreation for supplying water, Shauna Rutherford for all her PR,  as well as the public for coming out to walk and for gathering pledges.

Due to the recent rainfall and improved weather conditions, the City of Flin Flon, Town of Creighton and Village of Denare Beach have lifted their  fire bans  effective immediately.

All three municipalities want to thank residents and visitors for their cooperation and understanding during the ban. While conditions have improved, they  remind everyone to continue exercising caution when enjoying outdoor fires and to follow all applicable fire safety regulations.

Please remember to never leave a fire unattended, keep a water source or extinguisher nearby, fully extinguish fires before leaving the area, and be  mindful of changing weather conditions.

Fire conditions can change quickly, and restrictions may be reinstated if necessary.

If you require more information you can continue to follow updates on the City of Flin Flon, Town of Creighton and Village of  Denare Beach websites and facebook pages.  You can also call the City of Flin Flon at 1-833-210-6435, Town of Creighton at 306-688-8253 and Denare Beach Village Office at 306-362-2054.

The Flin Flon Rotary Club gathered at the Rotary Wheel last Thursday night to honor some of their key members.

It was their annual Paul Harris Awards night in honor of the person who started  the first ever Rotary Club outside of the United States in Winnipeg in 1910.

District Governor Wayne Jacobson made the trip up north from Neepawa to help with the presentations.

Two awards were presented including the Paul Harris Award for a Rotarian and there was also a Paul Harris Award presented to a non Rotarian.

Congratulations to Cheryl Hilts who was the Rotarian selected. Cheryl is originally from Regina and has been in the Rotary Club since 2015. Among her highlights include being President in 2023 and 2024, realigning the club’s finances and organizing the Rotary Christmas party.

The non Rotarian Paul Harris Award was presented to long time  Flin Flon resident Ethel Killick.

Ethel has been very involved in the community for well over 80 years including volunteering with Northstar Rebekkah Lodge, the Flin Flon Curling Club, Circle C and was also a founding member of the Women’s Resource Centre.

A couple other awards were presented as well including Rob Nelson who was chosen the Rotary Rookie Of The Year who has stepped up in lots of capacities on lots of different projects. John Clark is the Rotarian Of The Year and has been an active member of the club for years and helps spear head the Rotary Exchange program.

On June 6^th , officers responded to a report of a possible home invasion at a home located on Dadson Row in Flin Flon.

The female caller reported an unknown male knocking at her door which then turned into him trying to break into the home. The suspect uttered threats that he was going to harm the victim and anyone else inside.

The victim stayed on the line with police and advised that she believed the suspect was now in her home and she feared for her safety.

Officers arrived on scene within minutes and met with the victim who exited her home and advised that she believed the suspect may still be inside.

The home was cleared by officers and determined that the suspect had fled the scene prior to their  arrival.

Patrols in the area later located the suspect a short distance away who was arrested without incident.

RCMP have charged 19-year-old Anthony Robinson, of Flin Flon, with Breaking and entering with intent, Utterings threats x3 and Mischief under $5000. He was later released on a number of conditions for court scheduled for July 2, 2026, in Flin Flon.

Northland Ford invites you to drop by the dealership tomorrow between  noon and 4:30pm to test drive a vehicle and help out the local SPCA.

It is the return of Northland Ford’s Drive One For Your Community, and the dealership’s Mike Slipp describes what will be happening. " Northland Ford hasn't done this for a number of years and what it is, for every test drive Northland Ford will give $30.00  to a charity of our choice. This year we are donating towards the SPCA. So all you have to do this Saturday is come in from noon to 4:30pm, and take a vehicle for a test drive and Ford will give the SPCA $30.00. It won't cost you anything and all you have to do is spend about 15 to 20 minutes test driving a vehicle."

The SPCA will be on hand serving Hot Dogs and drinks. You can also support the SPCA by purchasing a vehicle at Ford throughout  the month of June and $50.00 from every vehicle sold will go towards the SPCA.

Residents and visitors will get a chance to view a rich part of Flin Flon’s history with the opening of the Station Museum at the Flin Flon Tourist Bureau Camp Ground,   kicking off their season  very soon.

Chair person Joe Bouie mentions the different items and artifacts they have on display. " A section that is just  dedicated to Hudbay, we have a lot of history in there. There is a fabululous display of different artifacts that they have from over the years. We have interesting stuff from when the first Pioneers were here in town, ranging from old kitchen stuff to old businesses that no longer exist. It was an old train station so we have some pictures and memoribillia from that to."

The Museum will officially open on Saturday June the 27^th and will remain open for 7 days a week between 10am and 6pm right up until Labour Day.

One thing the Museum is working on for their opening is collecting some items from the Flin Flon Bombers to coincide with their 100^th anniversary.

On June 9th, officers from the Manitoba Integrated Violent Offender Apprehension Unit (MIVOAU) and Thompson General Investigative Section (GIS), located and arrested 19-year-old Eternity Chastelaine and 24-year-old Marshall Merasty without incident. Both accused remain in police custody and will be remanded for a court appearance scheduled for later today.

RCMP continue to search for 17-year-old Khellen Kirkness, of Thompson, who has been charged with Second degree murder.

The RCMP are requesting anyone with information on the whereabouts of Khellen Kirkness to call the Thompson RCMP Detachment at 204-677-6909/6911, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

Communities across the Swan Valley remain under a flood emergency after a weekend storm dumped 150 millimetres to 190 millimeters of rain across the region.

The heavy rainfall caused rivers and creeks to overflow, flooding homes, roads, and farmland throughout the valley. States of emergency remain in effect in Swan River and Minitonas-Bowsman as crews continue assessing damage and assisting affected residents.

In an effort to relieve pressure from rising floodwaters, crews cut a section of Highway 10 south of Swan River, allowing water to drain away from heavily affected areas. Several other roads and highways remain closed due to washouts and high water.

Officials say runoff from the Duck Mountains continues to feed local waterways, and residents are being urged to avoid flooded roads and monitor emergency updates.

Emergency rescue teams are being brought in to assist those needing help.

Authorities describe the flooding as one of the most significant events the region has experienced in years.

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You are invited to attend an Ecumenical Church Service this weekend at the Rotary Wheel in Flin Flon.

Harry Hobbes on behalf of  the Flin Flon Ministerial  would like to see you there.  " We have been doing this for close to ten years now  but we had to cancel last year due to the evacuation. Basically the majority of the churches like to get together once a year in the Summer to have a service  at the Rotary Wheel. Every church will participate some way or another either by preaching, playing music or reading. It is not just for the people who go to church all the time but is open to anyone who would like to come."

It starts at 10:30 am and the service will wrap up at noon with a free barbecue to follow. This is open to the entire community, no matter what your faith background is.

The Flin Flon Inner Wheel will be holding their annual Car Boot Sale this Saturday at the Victoria Inn Parking Lot between 10am and 1pm.

All the money raised will go towards community projects in the Flin Flon area as we hear more from Rotarian Betty Smith. " Every year we donate to The Gift Of Life, the transplant  in Winnipeg. We give a bursary at the high school, donate to the Food Bank and the Salvation Army and Legion. We also do a bus tour to go around and see the Christmas Lights for the Seniors."

 Rotary Fries, Hot Dogs, Hamburgers and drinks will all be sold. If you would like to book a spot you can contact Fran at 204-687-0057.

This is the 24^th annual Boot Sale and over $50,000.00 has been raised for the community during that time.

On June 5^th,  Carrot River RCMP received a report of a single-vehicle rollover on Shoal Lake Cree Nation.

Officers responded along with local fire and EMS. A passenger of the vehicle was declared deceased by EMS at the scene. He has been identified as a 29-year-old male from Shoal Lake Cree Nation. His family has been notified. One other passenger and the driver of the vehicle were assessed by EMS. After further investigation, the driver was arrested at the scene.

24-year-old Jeremiah Merasty from Shoal Lake Cree Nation is charged with multiple offenses including impaired operation of a vehicle causing death.

Carrot River RCMP continue to investigate with the assistance of a Saskatchewan RCMP collision reconstructionist.

The Flin Flon Creighton Seniors invite you to come out for a fundraiser this weekend on behalf of the new Flin Flon Aqua Centre.

Shauna Rutherford provides the details. " So the Flin Flon Creighton Seniors have put together a Walk A Thon with the idea to raise some funds so equipment can be bought for the new Aqua Centre. They would like to buy a Mobility Walker, and if they raise more money than what the Walker costs they will work with the pool employees and leadership to see what other items they could buy. They are looking for different ways to make the new Aqua Centre accessible for Seniors."

You are invited to come down to the Creighton Walking Track this Saturday June the 13^th between 1 and 3pm and you can get a pledge sheet by calling 431-346-1060.

Refreshments will be served and you can walk as many laps as you like and spectators are welcome as well. Even if you aren’t able to walk you can still come by and make a donation.

On June 5th, Flin Flon RCMP received information that a 40-year-old male, with three outstanding Warrants of Arrest, was at a  hotel, located on Highway 10A, in Flin Flon.

Officers responded and located the suspect who was placed under arrest. The suspect disobeyed directions provided by officers and resisted arrest.

After a brief struggle with officers, the suspect was secured and removed from the property where he continued his resistant and belligerent behaviour.

Upon his search, officers located and seized a small quantity of cocaine, a number of tinfoil wrapped packages of cocaine, cannabis and other drug-related paraphernalia.

40-year-old Benjamin Dumas, of Flin Flon, was  remanded into custody on his outstanding warrants of arrest and with   additional charges of Possession for the purpose of trafficking, Possession of a controlled substance and Resisting  arrest.