WINNIPEG – RCMP in Island Lake Manitoba are asking for the public’s help locating a man wanted for several infractions. Police said 35-year-old Brent Elie Monias is wanted for Assault Causing Bodily Harm, Assault With a Weapon, Assault x 2, Pointing a Firearm x2 and other charges. RCMP believe Brent Elie Monias may be in…
Highway Accident Claims the Life of 64 Year-Old Man from La Broquerie
RICHER – Another highway accident has claimed the life of a 64 year-old man from La Broquerie. RCMP believe that the vehicle veered off the road, drove through the ditch and crashed against several trees. The driver of the vehicle was pronounced deceased at the scene. Alcohol and speed are not considered factors in the…
Volunteer This Summer at the Assiniboine Park Zoo.
WINNIPEG – The Assiniboine Park and Zoo are looking for 150 volunteers to help during the busy summer season that is fast approaching. There are many ways that you can help out and have a meaningful experience as well. Volunteer positions are open to anyone aged 16 and older, with the exception of the Zoo…
Should Cell Phones Be Banned in Schools
On Friday, March 29, St. Francis School in Harbour Grace, N.L., announced a ban on cellphones and other personal electronics for its students, who range from kindergarten through Grade 8. “These devices continue to cause major attention and behavioural problems for our students and they are interfering with student learning,” the school reportedly said on…
Guns, Stolen ID Seized in Hotel Arrests.
WINNIPEG – 4 Suspects face over 100 combined charges after they were arrested in a hotel on Niakwa Road. Police were called to the hotel to check on the well-being of occupants in a room and began knocking on doors to check on the occupants. When they arrived at the suspects door, no one answered…
27 Year-Old Man Victim of Afternoon Armed Car-Jacking
WINNIPEG – A 27 year-old man was car-jacked at gunpoint in the middle of the afternoon at Cumberland and Furby Street. The victim was driving his car with a female acquaintance when he stopped to pick up a man that was unknown to him. When the man got inside he pulled out a gun and…
Air 1 Tracks Break-In Suspects and Leads to Three Arrests
WINNIPEG – Air 1 tracked a vehicle containing suspects in a break and enter until ground units were able to assist in apprehending them. Winnipeg police received a report of a break and enter in progress at a business on Portage Avenue at about 1:00 am on April 9. Air 1 was able to respond…
Increased Police Presence at Whiteout Party
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Whiteout Street Parties are getting started tonight with large crowds expected to turn out and cheer on the Winnipeg Jets. The Winnipeg Police are offering safety tips to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable evening. There will be an increased police presence before and after the games and they…
Winnipeg Flood Watch
WINNIPEG – The city of Winnipeg has revised its flood warnings and is now advising a reduction in the number of properties that will require sandbagging. Due to favourable weather conditions, the number of properties that could be at risk has been reduced to 18 properties from the 123 that were previously identified. The peak…
Celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo
WINNIPEG – Celebrate Earth Day on April 19-21 at Assiniboine Park and Zoo A variety of family-friendly activities have been planned to mark this important day of action and awareness. Earth Day at the Zoo | Friday, April 19 – Sunday, April 21 Visitors can become environmental superheroes and learn what they can do at…