WORLD NEWS – Japanese short track speed skater Kei Saito failed an out-of-competition doping test on the day of his arrival in Pyeongchang and has been expelled from the Winter Olympics, Japan team officials said on Tuesday (February 13). Saskia O’Donoghue has more information in this Reuters News video report.
Large Neon Sign Stolen, RCMP Have No Leads
WINNIPEG, MB – Carman RCMP are asking for the public’s help in the disappearance of a landmark sign in Fannystelle. RCMP said in a news release that they have exhausted all investigation avenues in hopes of recovering the sign. The large neon business sign was taken from the side of the Stevens Lumber building in…
Woman Infected With Eye Worm, Normally Only in Cattle
WORLD NEWS – An Oregon woman has become the first person worldwide known to have had an eye infestation by a tiny worm species previously seen only in cattle. An indication that humans may be more vulnerable than previously thought to such infections. Lisa Bernhard has more information in this Reuters News video report.
Province Looking to Improve Access to Venture Capital
WINNIPEG, MB – The Manitoba government has issued a request for information (RFI) for an access to capital strategy and a request for pre-qualifications (RFPQ) for venture capital fund proposals to contribute to the development of a bold and modern new economic growth strategy, Minister Blaine Pederson announced in a news release. “Attracting new investment…
VIDEO – Healthy Aging Secrets from Dr. Petersen
WINNIPEG, MB – This is the last part of my interview with “Preventative Medicine specialist, Dr. Petersen. Last week we talked about fasting and how intermittent-fasting could possibly add years to your life. This week, we discuss hormone replacement therapy for healthy aging and when is the right time to start making changes that will…
VIDEO – Do Americans Know About Canada?
VIDEO OF THE DAY – We enjoy sharing the lighter side of life with you through videos. Please share them with your friends on Facebook and Twitter. In today’s video in Florida, Mathieu Canuel performs a little test on Americans to see what they actually know about Canada. Click play to watch;
Government Appointees to Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries
WINNIPEG, MB – Minister Cliff Cullen announced the appointment of three new board members to Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries. “I am pleased to announce the appointment of three distinguished Manitobans to the board of Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries, each of whom I am confident will continue the good work of the corporation,” Cullen said. “In…
Winnipeg Fiscal Update Released
WINNIPEG, MB – The City of Winnipeg should thank Mother Nature for her part in the $15 million surplus for 2017, as a portion of the surplus is due to less snow removal costs. The surplus will be transferred to the Financial Stabilization Reserve. The City undertook a number of measures to offset the impact…
March 12th is Budget Day for Manitoba
WINNIPEG, MB – The Province has selected March 12th as the day they will present the Manitoba Budget. “Two years ago, we committed to Manitobans to fix the finances, repair the services and rebuild our economy,” said Minister Friesen in a news release. “We are facing these challenges, keeping our promises and getting results.” Friesen…
34-Year-Old Woman Dies in Collision at Notre Dame and Dublin
WINNIPEG, MB – A serious accident at the intersection of Notre Dame and Dublin Avenue this morning has resulted in the death of a 34-year-old woman. As reported by Manitoba Post this morning, (story here) police had closed a portion of Dublin Avenue to investigate the accident. Police have now confirmed that 2 vehicles collided…