WINNIPEG – The Manitoba government has asked almost two dozen union leaders to go along with a plan for a shorter work week for public service workers. Premier Brian Pallister says it might mean two days on and three off, with employment insurance covering the lost wages. The money saved would go to the frontlines…
HELP FOR BUSINESS
WINNIPEG – Not everyone likes it but Premier Brian Pallister has announced help for Manitoba businesses. The province will spend four million dollars with a local call centre so it can help business owners apply for federal aide to get them through this CoVid-19 pandemic. Critics say Pallister should just give the money directly to…
FLOODWAY OPERATING
WINNIPEG – The Floodway is in operation and the province says the Red River could peak in Morris as soon as Friday. One flood expert thinks Highway 75 might end up under water for at least a week. The RM of Montcalm has declared a state of emergency. This was done to help six homes…
PALLISTER PAUSES PARTY
WINNIPEG – Manitoba 150 celebrations have been put on hold. Premier Brian Pallister says there’s important work to be done right now but when CoVid-19 concerns ease, people will be ready for a big party to mark this province’s 150th birthday. He also announced the legislature will resume sitting next Wednesday so coronavirus measures can…
FARMERS DONATING MILK
WINNIPEG – Because of CoVid-19, demand for milk is down. But Manitoba dairy farmers don’t want to just dump their excess milk. So instead, they plan on giving more to food banks. Winnipeg Harvest got more than 320,000 litres of milk last year from the Dairy Farmers of Manitoba. Look for them to get even…
Manitoba COVID-19 Cases Jump to 167
WINNIPEG – 40 additional cases of COVID-19 have now been identified making today the biggest jump in cases to date. The total number of cases in Manitoba now stands at 167. The data also shows: • five individuals are currently hospitalized including four in intensive care, • 11 individuals have recovered from COVID-19, and •…
RCMP Seize Liquor and Cannabis in Checkstops
NORWAY HOUSE – On March 27 and 28, 2020, Norway House RCMP along with First Nation Safety Officers, conducted numerous checkstops and roving patrols in the community to ensure compliance with local band council resolutions which prohibits alcohol in the community. This led to officers seizing over 1000 cans of beer, and issuing over $7000.00…
RCMP Investigate Sudden Death in Thompson
THOMPSON – On March 29, 2020, at approximately 12:10 pm, Thompson RCMP received a report of a female requiring medical attention behind a business located on Selkirk Avenue in the community. Officers attended and met with Thompson Fire and Emergency Services (TFES) who were already on scene and providing medical care to a 52-year-old female.…
COVID-19 Cases Reach 72 in Manitoba
WINNIPEG – the number of COVID-19 cases in Manitoba has grown to 72 with the 33 new cases report this weekend. The total number of deaths reported in Manitoba remains at one. Public health investigations are underway to determine additional details and to confirm the possible exposure of these cases. Case data, including possible events…
Manitoba Records First COVID-19 Death
WINNIPEG – Three more cases of COVID-19 have now been identified, bringing the total number of cases in Manitoba to 39. Manitoba has also recorded its first patient death. Patient specific details are not being released at this time. Public health investigations are underway to determine additional details and to confirm the possible exposure of…