WINNIPEG, MB – The City of Winnipeg saved money and more by refurbishing their spreader trucks. The City saved $1.9 million by refurbishing seventeen sand spreader trucks. The refurbishment also reduces our carbon footprint by not purchasing newly manufactured truck bodies and it was good for local business because the project was completed by City…
53 Year Old Brandon Man Charged for Sex With a Minor
BRANDON, MB – A 56 year old woman was transported to Winnipeg after being struck by a vehicle and a 53 year old man was charged with Obtaining Sexual Services from a Person Under 18 Years of Age. Police said a vehicle struck a pedestrian at 18th Street and Queens Avenue around 8:40 AM. A…
Winning Numbers from Lotto 6/49 Feb 28th
WINNIPEG, MB – A ticket purchased in Alberta won the $12 million Lotto 6/49 jackpot last night. The next Lotto 6/49 jackpot draw, March 3rd, is an estimated $5 million dollars. Here are the winning numbers from the February, 28th, 2018 draw; The Lotto Max draw for Friday March 2nd is an estimated $23 million…
Walmart and Dick’s Take Steps to Curb Gun Sales
WORLD NEWS – Two major US retailers, Walmart and Dicks Sporting Goods, took bold steps yesterday to curb gun sales on their own. Walmart Inc, the largest U.S. retailer, says it will raise the minimum age to purchase firearms to 21 after the massacre at a Florida high school that has reopened a fierce debate…
Two Men Wanted by Winnipeg Police
WINNIPEG, MB – Many law enforcement agencies in Manitoba provide pictures and details of individuals that are wanted by police. The Manitoba Post brings you those details and photos of wanted people in our province on a weekly basis. Please share this story with your friends on Facebook and Twitter. Jesse McMillan was convicted of…
Province Approves $30 Million for Health Care Facility Improvements
WINNIPEG, MB – The Manitoba government has approved more than 120 projects across the province with funding totalling nearly $30 million to ensure health-care facilities are properly maintained. “It’s important that we regularly invest in the maintenance of our health-care system to make sure repairs are done and the most up-to-date equipment is used to…
Body of Woman Found on Roadside
WINNIPEG, MB – RCMP from Yellowhead are investigating suspicious death after the discover of a woman’s body on Provincial Road 354. RCMP received a call on Monday, February 26 from a person who saw an unresponsive 40-year-old woman in the ditch along Provincial Road 354, south of Oak River, Manitoba. EMS were first on the…
Manitoba Opens the Door Ride-Sharing Services
WINNIPEG, MB – Provincial Government makes it easier for ride-share companies to operate in Manitoba with changes to a host of regulations. The amendments made to the Vehicle Registration Regulation and the Driver Licensing Regulation to support The Local Vehicles for Hire Act, which takes effect March 1. “We made a commitment to modernize Manitoba’s…
Manitoba Agrees to Clean Growth & Climate Change
WINNIPEG, MB – Manitoba joins the federal government’s Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change “I’m thrilled to have Manitoba join Canada’s clean growth and climate change plan. It’s great to see Manitoba’s commitment to climate action, including pricing pollution – which is a key component of any credible climate plan. The environment and…
IKEA Recall – Possible Contamination from Mice
WINNIPEG, MB – IKEA brand Marshmallow candy is being recalled. The Ikea brand Marshmallow candy (GODIS PÅSKKYCKLING) recall from the marketplace is due to possible contamination from mice infestation. There is a chance these products may contain harmful bacteria. You should not consume the recalled product described below. These products have been sold from Ikea…