Ste.Rose du Lac – RCMP are asking for the public’s help locating a missing a 21-year-old man from Skownan First Nation, Manitoba. Dwayne Lavallee was last seen on September 22nd, at approximately 2:00PM on the Ebb and Flow First Nation. Police said further investigation has led to a ground search that is currently taking place…
Couture & Mayham Added to Winnipeg Most Wanted
WINNIPEG – Law enforcement agencies in Manitoba provide pictures and details of individuals that are wanted by police in their communities. Billy Couture Billy Couture was charged and convicted of Manslaughter. He was sent to prison for 3 yrs. 8 months. On June 15th, 2018 Couture was granted Statutory Release, but a month later his…
UPDATE – Police Identify Suspicious Man in Charleswood Area
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 AT 12:23PM Winnipeg police announced they have identified the man who reportedly was acting inappropriately towards women along the Harte Trail. Police thanked the public for their help and noted the investigation continues at this time. WINNIPEG – Winnipeg Police are advising people of a suspicious man on the Harte Trail…
Marty Gold Puts Meth-Ematics of WRHA Free Needle Program Under the Microscope
In the summer of 1988, a young MTN reporter met with a Duffy’s Taxi driver, who had noticed an emerging public safety issue was being missed by the media and wanted it brought to public attention: needles discarded by drug addicts on streets and boulevards. “T’s and R’s”, crushed Talwin and Ritalin pills, was becoming…
Maple Bus Lines Announces New Northern Manitoba Bus Service
WINNIPEG – Greyhound service to Northern Manitoba communities will come to an end soon, however a Manitoba company has stepped-up to offer bus service. Thursday Maple Bus Lines long-haul transportation announced they will fill the Greyhound gap between Winnipeg and Thompson. The Round trip between Thompson to Winnipeg will run Sunday through Friday. The Round…
470 Free Ways to Celebrate Arts and Culture in Manitoba
This weekend is a great opportunity to get a free glimpse at the art scene in Manitoba with 470 free activities across the province. Culture Days Manitoba is celebrating its 9th year in 26 communities with a new theme #OnBeat, focusing on rhythm and highlighting how percussion permeates artistic expression universally. In Manitoba, Culture Days…
Kids Found in Winnipeg Home Filled With Drugs
WINNIPEG – A woman and three children were found in a Winnipeg home on Polson Avenue with a very large amount of drugs. Tuesday night police went to execute a search warrant for drugs at the home on Polson Avenue. When officers arrived they saw a man and woman leave the address and drive off…
Traffic Stop Leads to Weapons & Drug Charges
WINNIPEG – Police stop a vehicle on Sargent Avenue Tuesday afternoon, around 3:30PM, and discovered drugs in vehicle which lead to four arrests. Police also found a number of other items in the vehicle : 7 cell phones a functioning digital scale 3 baggies of Marihuana, weighing approximately 16 grams Approximately 2-grams baggie of meth…
Health Facilities Across Province Get Upgrades
A much needed upgrade to health facilities across the province was announced with an investment of approximately $9.7 million spread across 13 new projects. Several of the projects include work to improve fire safety and sprinkler systems in personal care homes and health-care facilities, as well as upgrades to emergency medical service (ambulance) facilities. The…
Child and Family Services Numbers on the Decline
For the First time in 15 Years the number of children in the care of Manitoba Child and Family Services has decreased. Numbers from March 31, 2018, show 10,328 children in care, a reduction of 386 or 3.6 per cent from the March 31, 2017, count. In addition, 448 children were reported in non-paid care…