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Want to save a few bucks on groceries? Don’t shop online, experts sayIf you're finding groceries more expensive, smart shoppers recommend using apps that can price-match items so you don't have to bring a flyer to the store.ConsumerSep 18, 2020
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Price of beef, vegetables increasing during the COVID-19 pandemicFood prices are expected to end the year three to four per cent higher than at the beginning of 2020, experts say.ConsumerSep 18, 2020
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City of Winnipeg considering three projections for COVID-19’s impact on financesThe City of Winnipeg is forecasting several options for what its finances could look like over the coming year as a result of COVID-19.EconomySep 15, 2020
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Fewer bikes stolen in Winnipeg during the first months of pandemicBike thefts are down in Winnipeg during the first couple months of the COVID-19 pandemic -- and police hope the trend continues.CrimeSep 15, 2020
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Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service employee tests positive for COVID-19The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service Training Academy is getting a deep clean after an employee tested positive for COVID-19 Tuesday.HealthSep 9, 2020
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International student enrollment a mixed bag for Manitoba universitiesThe University of Winnipeg is seeing a six per cent increase in the number of international students enrolled, while the University of Manitoba is expecting a 10 per cent drop.EducationSep 4, 2020
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Manitoba outlines more details on back-to-school plans amid coronavirus for parents, students, staffStudents across the province will head back to school Sept. 8, and teachers returned to the classroom Wednesday to get ready.EducationSep 2, 2020
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2 young people arrested for ‘alarming’ attack on 76-year-old Winnipeg womanTwo teens have been arrested for violently attacking a Winnipeg senior -- who was left lying on the ground for hours after the assault.CrimeAug 31, 2020
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Toronto man Winnipeg’s latest homicide victim, arrest made in previous slaying: policeWinnipeg police have made an arrest in the shooting death of a man who gunned down in the North End and are investigating the city's latest homicide after a Toronto man shot last week has died from his injuries.CrimeAug 31, 2020
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Manitoba government to spend $22 million to improve child care optionsManitoba's Minister of Families announced $22 million to add 1,400 child care spaces and offer more options to parents who need extra flexibility.HealthAug 26, 2020
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Coronavirus: Pair of Americans in Ontario fined, charged under Quarantine ActA pair of Americans have been fined and charged for breaking Canada's Quarantine Act in Ontario's cottage country.CanadaJul 4, 2020
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Mounties investigate fatal crash on Highway 75 south of Letellier, Man.A 19-year-old woman is dead after her car was struck by a semi while crossing Highway 75 south of Letellier, Man., on Friday.Jul 4, 2020
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Winnipeg crisis line seeing uptick in calls due to COVID-19 pandemicThe COVID-19 pandemic isn't just having an effect on Manitobans' physical health -- it's impacting many people's mental health.Mar 29, 2020
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Manitoba curlers return from world championships to hero’s welcomeTeam Gauthier and Team Zacharias were greeted by scores of friends and family shortly after midnight at Winnipeg's Richardson International Airport.SportsFeb 24, 2020
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City of Winnipeg, union working to move garbage collection pilot project forwardWinnipeg city councillors voted to lay over a proposed pilot project on garbage pickup for another 30 days.Feb 19, 2020
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Manitoba officer will not face charges after man shot with foam-tipped bulletA Mountie in The Pas will not face charges after a man was injured during a lengthy standoff.CrimeFeb 7, 2020
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Standoff in Tyndall Park following stolen vehicle investigationWinnipeg police are on scene in Tyndall Park for a stolen car investigation turned standoff.CrimeJan 27, 2020
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HSC Foundation Hope to Life Radiothon exceeds fundraising goal for 2020The 2020 HSC Foundation Hope to Life Radiothon presented by Maric Homes has raised $212,458.81.Jan 24, 2020
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HSC Hope to Life Radiothon sharing stories of healing: Nick PrychitkoThe Health Sciences Centre Foundation is sharing inspirational stories from HSC during its Hope to Life Radiothon Friday, Jan. 24.Jan 24, 2020
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Jump in calls to Winnipeg police putting strain on dispatchersWinnipeg police are seeing an increased number of requests for help this year -- with a huge spike in the number of urgent priority three calls.CrimeNov 28, 2019
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St. Boniface Radiothon of Hope and Healing: Dawn’s storyOne woman shares how the team at St. Boniface Hospital has helped her manage her mental health in an effort to help raise funds to improve the McEwen building.HealthNov 15, 2019
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Manitoba now providing universal coverage of the abortion pillThe cost of the abortion pill is now universally covered by the Manitoba government.HealthOct 4, 2019
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Stabbing in downtown Winnipeg apartment sends two to hospitalWinnipeg police are looking into an incident downtown on Portage Avenue that sent two people to hospital.CrimeSep 15, 2019
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Residents cancel planned water quality protest in the RM of SpringfieldResidents cancelled a planned protest outside the RM of Springfield municipal office Tuesday.PoliticsJul 23, 2019
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Lifeflight doctors back aboard planes for JulyAfter refusing to board the new planes when the province terminated the old Cessna Citation program, Lifeflight doctors are testing the waters for the month of July.HealthJul 11, 2019
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