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Lives changed forever: The real-life impact of a non-life-threatening injury
By Joe Scarpelli Reporter
A Manitoba woman seriously injured in a crash that killed her friend in 2017 says while she is grateful to be alive, her life will never be the same. Continue reading
Lives changed forever: Winnipeg family deals with the aftermath of a fatal crash
By Joe Scarpelli Reporter
It was November 2018 when a girl’s night out would quickly turn tragic, changing the lives of many who loved them, forever. Continue reading
Winnipeg ice cream shop dishing up support for young cancer patient
By Joe Scarpelli Reporter
A young cancer patient is counting on Winnipeggers with a sweet tooth to help put her on Cloud Nine. Continue reading
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Where’s the beef? Red meat consumption, prices dropping, say experts
As meat prices are expected to go down in Canada this year, the beef industry says it remains in good shape while studies show a growing popularity in plant-based foods. Continue reading
Manitobans paying more for fruits and vegetables at the grocery store
The price of groceries in Manitoba, fresh vegetables in particular, are on the rise, and there’s no sign of it slowing down this year. Continue reading
Convicted murderer urges Winnipeggers to put the guns down
By Joe Scarpelli Reporter
A Winnipeg man convicted of second-degree murder in Montreal nearly four decades ago hopes federal funding for Manitoba’s guns and gangs suppression strategy will help reduce violence. Continue reading
Winnipeg escort believed to be first to advertise on billboard
By Joe Scarpelli Reporter
Police and city officials believe the escort, who goes by the name Sensational Serena, is the first escort to use a billboard to advertise, and there is nothing stopping her from doing so. Continue reading
Latest serious crash at Exchange District intersection prompts calls for change
A Winnipeg woman is calling for new safety measures at a downtown intersection after witnessing too many crashes. Continue reading
Winnipeg police asking fans to behave for Thursday’s whiteout party
After a number of drunken fights and bad behaviour at last Friday’s whiteout street party, Winnipeg police are reminding fans attending Game 5 to be responsible. Continue reading
Heavy police presence at rural home northeast of Winnipeg
Thursday afternoon around a dozen unmarked cruisers had filled the driveway and some of the yard as investigators searched the home in Oakbank. Continue reading
How much will the federal carbon tax cost Manitoba drivers?
By Joe Scarpelli Reporter
The federal government’s carbon tax kicks in on April 1 in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario and New Brunswick, and will result in an approximate cost increase of 4.4 cents a litre for gasoline. Continue reading
Truck driver hopes Manitoba’s new driver training rules make roads safer
A long-time truck driver hopes Manitoba’s new mandatory entry-level training for commercial truck drivers will lead to improved safety on the roads. Continue reading
Flood forecast stays the same for now
American flood forecasters say a slow and gentle melt continues across the Red River basin due to favourable temperatures and dry weather conditions. Continue reading
Winnipeg couple’s eye-witness account of Winnipeg mall employee stabbing
By Joe Scarpelli Reporter
A Winnipeg couple was shocked to witness a shoplifter attack an employee at one of the city’s busiest malls on Thursday night. Continue reading
Despite homicide spike, threat level to Winnipeggers not measurably higher: Criminologist
A Winnipeg criminologist says residents should practice basic safety but shouldn’t be constantly looking over their shoulders, despite a sudden spike in homicides. Continue reading