WINNIPEG, MB. – Winnipeg Police used a taser to arrest a man that appeared to have a gun on Isabel Avenue. It was around 6:30 PM last evening when police were notified that a man, possibly armed with a firearm was in the area of William Avenue and Isabel Street. The man had caused issues…
Improved Support for Victims of Sexual Violence in Manitoba
WINNIPEG, MB. – Dollars from the Canada’s Victim Fund will be used and many other new programs will be implemented by the province to improve support for survivors of sexual violence said Minister Heather Stefanson in a news release. “The Manitoba government continues to look for ways to better support survivors of sexual violence, whether…
Red Tape Awareness Week is Coming
WINNIPEG, MB. – CFIB’s ninth annual Red Tape Awareness Week, from January 22-26, is showing the cost and impact of excessive regulation and congratulating those working to reduce red tape. “Every time we survey our members, red tape is one of their top concerns,” said CFIB executive vice-president Laura Jones. “Red Tape Awareness Week is…
VIDEO – Dog Loses It After Finding Out He’s At Pet Store
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, when this little guy notices the PetSmart logo from the car window, he turns from barking to excited howling. At times, we swear we can…
Province Selects Group to Oversee Implementation of Look North Action Plan
WINNIPEG, MB. – A northern steering committee has been established to help co-ordinate and oversee the next steps and implementation of the Look North Report and Action Plan for Manitoba’s Northern Economy, Minister Jeff Wharton announced in Flin Flon at a meeting with community and local business leaders. “Look North represents the beginning of a…
Province Announces Improvements to AgriInsurance
BRANDON, MB. – Manitoba farmers will continue to benefit from expanded, comprehensive coverage through AgriInsurance in the upcoming year, Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler announced together. “The Government of Canada is committed to providing responsive programs that support our farmers in Manitoba,” said MacAulay. “The improved coverage and protection…
Morden Police Issue 3 Warrants for Alex Evkhorst
MORDEN, MB. – Alex Eykhorst is wanted by Morden Police on three separate warrants. Police say 28 year old Eykhorst, of Morden, failed to attend court on January 9th. He is wanted on two charges of Fail to Comply with a Promise to Appear, four charges of Fail to comply with Conditions of a Recognizance…
RCMP Seize Drugs and Guns From St. Theresa Point First Nation
WINNIPEG, MB. – A 24-year-old and 33-year-old were arrested and charged by Island Lake RCMP after they seized drugs and guns from St. Theresa Point First Nation RCMP responded to a home for a report of a firearm being pointed at a female inside her home in St. Theresa Point First Nation. Upon further investigation,…
Police Need Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspects
WINNIPEG, MB. – Winnipeg Police are asking for the public’s help identify these three suspects involved in a rash of armed robberies. Police say the armed robberies occurred throughout the city between November 2, 2017 and January 15 of this year. In pictures below are of two men and one woman who are believed to…
California Parents Kept 13 Siblings Prisoner
INTERNATIONAL NEWS – The 13 California siblings kept in “horrific” conditions by their parents, including some who were shackled to furniture and others who were starved, were being treated after an ordeal that could leave them scarred for years, authorities said on Tuesday. Watch this Reuters News Video report for more information. Kevin Klein, Manitoba…