WINNIPEG — Canoeist David Danyluk doesn’t live far from Winnipeg’s Assiniboine River but he tends to spend more time paddling further afield. That’s because he doesn’t want to risk gliding through the sewage that regularly makes its way into Winnipeg’s river system. The sewage dumps are a black mark on the city’s reputation, said Danyluk.…
Winnipeg Watchdog Marty Gold is Asking Who Knew What & When at Hydro
Recently we heard disturbing news that complaints regarding sexual abuse and racist behavior towards First Nations communities affected by Manitoba Hydro development projects, were repeatedly ignored for decades. What we did not hear about, is who, specificially, might have been reasonably expected to know about the claims of abusive conduct, or have been responsible to…
Debenham & Edmondson Appointed to Sport Manitoba Board
One new member and one returning member have been appointed to the board of Sport Manitoba. “Manitoba has an energetic and passionate sports community, and we are pleased to announce the latest appointments,” said Minister Cathy Cox in a news release. “As terms expire, we want to keep the board of directors as fresh and…
Norway House Cree Nation Gets $100M Health Centre
NORWAY HOUSE, Man. — A northern Manitoba First Nation where several men were switched at birth is getting a new $100−million health centre. Indigenous Services Minister Jane Philpott says Norway House Cree Nation will get the money over the next five years. She says the health facility will provide emergency and in−patient care, as well…
Manitoba First Nation Calling for Provincial Inquiry
WINNIPEG — A northern Manitoba First Nation is calling for a provincial inquiry into racism, discrimination and violence linked to hydroelectric development on its territory. York Factory First Nation Chief Leroy Constant says people have suffered because of the Manitoba Hydro projects. He says women in particular have experienced ongoing trauma. A report released last…
It’s All About the Fans
It’s all about the fans this weekend at Assiniboia Downs. It’s also the final weekend of live racing in 2018 and features four stakes races. It all starts Friday with the first post parade at 7:15 p.m. and the opening of Fan Appreciation Weekend. There will be discounts on programs, food and merchandise and double…
Police Association Blasts Bowman & Councillors as Cause of Problems
The police union leadership told a town hall pointed to a negligent attitude by Mayor Brian Bowman and councillors as a major cause of the 911 emergency call response problems facing Winnipeg. The town hall was convened by Charleswood-Tuxedo council candidate Kevin Klein, who cited feedback while campaigning door-to-door that residents fear property and violent…
16 & 12-Year-Old Arrested for Stealing and crashing Two Vehicles
WINNIPEG – A 16 and 12-year-old were arrested after stealing, then crashing two stolen vehicles. Blue Hills RCMP said on Thursday around 2:00Am a caller stated he saw a suspicious pickup truck drive onto his property and believed the young men from this vehicle had stolen his neighbour’s pickup truck. Both vehicles sped away with…
RCMP Believe 17-Year-Old Killed by Vehicle was Lying on The Road
OXFORD HOUSE – A 17-year-old man died Tuesday after being struck by a vehicle. RCMP said din the evening, 11:30PM, on September 4th a vehicle, being driven by a 16-year-old woman from Oxford House, struck a 17-year-old male, also from Oxford House. Police believe the young man was lying on the road at the time…
Winnipeg Watchdog, Marty Gold, Interviews Dean Koshelanyk
After one term as Trustee for Ward 9 in the Winnipeg School Division, Dean Koshelanyk is seeking to step up to City Council, in a seat where the incumbant is retiring. In this 15 minute podcast, he explains his basic platform running for election in Point Douglas: common sense. As the oddly-shaped ward sprawls from…