WINNIPEG, MB – Winnipeg police believe this man, Vincent Thompson, is involved in a violent assault on a woman in the city on February 24th and they want the public’s help finding him. Police said the attack happened on February 24, around 6:15 in the morning near Magnus Avenue between Chudley Street and Buller Avenue.…
Brandon Crime Report – March 12
BRANDON, MB – A 38-year-old man was arrested after stealing items and breaching conditions of his Probation order. He was caught breaking into a business on Victoria Ave. He was held at Brandon Correction Center to be held until sober and will be released for a later court date. Brandon Police were busy with impaired…
Five Killed in New York City Helicopter Crash
WORLD NEWS – Officials say a helicopter carrying six people crashed in New York City’s East River, killing all five passengers while the pilot freed himself with few injuries. Ryan Brooks has more information in this Reuters News video reporter.
Winnipeg Man Dies in Snowmobile Collision
WINNIPEG, MB – RCMP in Powerview said a 33 year old from Winnipeg died today in a fatal snowmobile collision. Yesterday at around 11:00 am, the Powerview RCMP responded to a snowmobile collision on Snoman Trail #220, approximately 45 kilometres north of Broadlands Road in the RM of Alexander. A 33-year-old man, from Winnipeg, was…
CMHR and Viola Desmond Featured on $10 Bill
WINNIPEG, MB. – The new $10-bill was unveiled this week at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights featuring Viola Desmond. Viola stood up against racial segregation in 1946 by refusing to leave a white only section of a movie theatre in Nova Scotia. As well, a prominent image of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights…
Don’t Forget Your Health Insurance
WINNIPEG, MB – If you are travelling outside of Manitoba during Spring Break, Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living is urging all Manitobans to purchase additional travel health insurance. Private insurance is recommended to Manitoba residents as a supplement to their provincial health insurance plan. If a Manitoban is admitted to a hospital in another…
Brandon Crime Report – March 11
BRANDON, MB – Police arrested a 42-year old woman after she was discovered driving erratically in a hotel parking lot. She was also seen by a witness driving in the wrong lane of traffic and swerving. She was arrested for driving over the legal limit. Brandon Police also made four arrests for outstanding warrants, including…
Winning Lotto 6/49 Numbers
WINNIPEG, MB – There was no jackpot winner in last nights Lotto 6-49 draw which means the jackpot now grows to an estimated $13 million dollars for the Saturday March 13th draw. Here are the numbers from the March 10th, 2018 draw; The Lotto 6/49 draw for Wednesday,, March 14th is an estimated $13 million…
Road Work to Begin Near Dugald to the Brokenhead River
WINNIPEG, MB – This summer preliminary work will begin to reconstruct a 34-kilometre section of PTH 15 from PR 206 near Dugald to the Brokenhead River. Minister Schuler said in a news release; “This is a heavily travelled area serving several growing communities, and we want to ensure a safe and smooth ride,” Work will…
Municipalities to Set Own Speed Limits
WINNIPEG, MB. – Manitoba Municipalities will now be able to set their own speed limits as part of new legislation introduced by the Government of Manitoba. This legislation will transform the management of Manitoba roadways, Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler announced. Based on recommendations from local governments, provincial civil servants and businesses, the proposed amendments would…