WINNIPEG, MB. – The University of Manitoba Bisons announced the first players of the week for the New Year. Both were also named Canada West First Stars of the week. This marks the first sweep of the “First Stars” by one school since 2016-17 season. The Female Athlete of the week is Bison third year…
Winnipeg Goldeyes New 25th Anniversary Logo
WINNIPEG, MB. – To commemorate the 25th season of the Winnipeg Goldeyes, the team has unveiled an official anniversary logo. The foreground of the logo shows “Goldeyes” printed in the red and navy script first used by the team in 2003. The background features a silver “25” outlined in navy with a baseball fixated inside…
Winner of our Winnipeg Renovation Show Prize Package
WINNIPEG, MB. – Thank you to all who are following us on Twitter and who participated in our first Manitoba Post contest. The winner of the Winnipeg Home Renovations Show Prize Package, outlined in the story below, is @janicour of Lorette. We have sent @janicour a direct message on Twitter to claim her prize. We…
A Winnipeg Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of Body
WINNIPEG, MB. – A routine traffic stop oddly leads police to the discovery of a body found in a Winnipeg home. Police said they stopped a car near St. Anne’s Road and Fermor on January 9, at around 8:00 p.m.. At this point police are not releasing many details other than saying in a news…
Canada Thinks Trump will Quit NAFTA
INTERNATIONAL NEWS – Sources tell Reuters that Canada is increasingly convinced the U.S. will pull out of NAFTA, and sources in Mexico say that country will likewise quit the deal if Trump announces plans to withdraw. For more information on this story watch the Reuters News video below; Kevin Klein, Manitoba Post Photo is screen…
15 Manitobans Recognized for Outstanding Indigenous Leadership
WINNIPEG, MB. – Canadian Governor General, Julie Payette and Manitoba Lt.-Gov. Janice Filmon presented honours in recognition of outstanding Indigenous leadership to 15 Manitobans this week. These awards honour some of our provinces most dedicated Indigenous and non-Indigenous leaders who are working to strengthen urban and rural Indigenous communities and create an environment in which…
Manitoba Wants to Update & Strengthen Pension Laws
WINNIPEG, MB. – The Pension Commission of Manitoba has reviewed the province’s pension laws in an initiative to update and strengthen the existing pension system, Finance Minister Cameron Friesen announced today. “We know how important it is for Manitobans to have secure income and certainty in their retirement,” said Friesen. “We look forward to receiving…
Winnipeg Goldeyes Acquired Pitcher Cameron McVey
WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes acquired right-handed pitcher Cameron McVey from the Lincoln Saltdogs on Tuesday in exchange for a player to be named later and cash considerations. McVey was 1-1 with three saves and a 1.62 ERA for the Saltdogs last season in 33.1 innings over 36 relief appearances. The Glendora, California native…
Driver of Stolen Car No Match for Winnipeg Air 1
WINNIPEG, MB. – A 22-year-old Winnipeg man driving a stolen vehicle speeds away from police but is tracked down by Air 1. Tuesday, January 9, around 11:30 p.m., police spotted a stolen, newer model, Audi A6 sedan travelling in the area of Salter Street and Selkirk Avenue. The driver began to drive at a high…
Over 15 Charges After Police Stop a Suspicious 28-Year-Old Male
WINNIPEG, MB. – A 28-year-old Winnipeg man was caught holding a number of narcotics and weapons. On Tuesday, January 9, at approximately 11:50 a.m., police stopped a suspicious man near Arlington Street and Manitoba Avenue. It turned out that the man that they stopped had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. Police also found a…