Marissa Turton

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• Getting fitness back on track after pandemic restrictions leads to new challenges for Winnipeggers

  Despite the ongoing need to navigate obstacles like supply chain issues and inflation, business has picked up exponentially for Winnipeggers in the fitness industry.

  Health

  Nov 30
• Man shot after alleged altercation at downtown bar

  Police say a man was shot near the corner of Portage Avenue and Fort Street at around 2:20 a.m. on Wednesday. He's listed in stable condition in hospital.

  Crime

  Nov 1
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• Snow piling up on some Manitoba roads Thursday morning

  There was no significant snow accumulation to report in Winnipeg on Thursday morning, but more snow is headed to the city in the evening. There was 5 to 7 cm of snow in Westman.

  Weather

  Oct 26
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• Manitoba highway closures: Thursday, April 20

  These roads are closed as a result of poor winter driving caused by rainy and icy conditions.

  Weather

  Apr 20
• Spring snow hits southwestern Manitoba Wednesday

  A special weather statement for Southern Manitoba has been issued by Environment Canada with precipitation and gusting winds starting Wednesday lasting through Friday morning.

  Weather

  Apr 19
• Manitoba highway closures, Monday, April 3

  A couple of highways closed as of Tuesday morning due to poor driving conditions as parts of the province are under a Winter Storm Watch.

  Weather

  Apr 3
• Culinary arts program at Winnipeg high school teaches, feeds community

  The culinary arts program at R.B. Russell Vocational High School in the Winnipeg School Division offers educational opportunities while feeding students in need at several schools.

  Education

  Feb 15
• Snow causing a tricky commute in Manitoba Friday morning

  Part of Highway 1 is closed in Manitoba from wintery overnight conditions. 511 also warning of snow-covered roads throughout much of the province.

  Traffic

  Jan 27
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• 10 abandoned puppies found near rural Manitoba highway

  Falcon Beach RCMP responded to a call on Jan. 6 about several puppies found on the side of a highway.

  Weather

  Jan 10
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• Missing 74-year-old man found safely: police

  Police say a 74-year-old man who had been missing since Monday has been found safe.

  Canada

  Jan 10
• Manitoba RCMP search for missing man, vehicle spotted on highway

  Multiple Manitoba Search and Rescue Teams are scoping areas around the Grand Valley Campground near Brandon for Jordan Ross, who was reported missing on Friday.

  Crime

  Jun 19, 2022
• Woman with dementia abducted in stolen vehicle found safe: Winnipeg Police

  Winnipeg Police have issued a Silver Alert for a missing 63-year-old who was allegedly abducted early Saturday morning from the Unicity area.

  Crime

  Jun 4, 2022
• Main Street hotel fire forces 15 people into temporary shelter

  Winnipeg fire crews were called to Main Street hotel just after 9:40 a.m. The cause of blaze is under investigation.

  Fire

  May 22, 2022
• Winnipeg house fire under investigation in Point Douglas area

  Eleven people are staying in temporary homes after a fire forced them from their building in the Point Douglas area early Sunday morning.

  Fire

  May 8, 2022
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• Grassroots organization aims to bring more mental health supports to Manitoba farmers

  Created by veterans of Manitoba's farming community, the Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program intends to begin accepting appointments in March.

  Health

  Feb 8, 2022
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• Environment Canada warns of heavy snow as Alberta Clipper heads for Manitoba

  An Alberta Clipper is headed to Manitoba with strong winds up to 80 km/h and 5-15 centimetres of snow over the next few days.

  Weather

  Jan 30, 2022
• Rescues in Newfoundland and Manitoba team up to find dogs new homes on the East Coast

  Dozens of dogs and puppies from northern Manitoba communities are on their way to new homes on the east coast, thanks to a pair of dog rescues and a chartered plane.

  News

  Dec 19, 2021
• Francophone facility opens dozens of new child-care spaces in St. Norbert

  St. Norbert now has dozens of new child-care spaces, thanks to an expansion of Les Toupies Inc., a francophone child-care facility at École Noel-Richot.

  News

  Nov 14, 2021
• Palliative Manitoba looking for new partner to help with transportation, assembly of ‘Memory Tree’

  Palliative Manitoba is looking for someone to transport and assemble its "Memory Tree," which provides a space for Winnipeggers coping with loss or grief over the holidays.

  Health

  Oct 31, 2021
• Manitoba to spend $1M to fund local green initiatives

  The money will go directly to organizations that fit in one or more of the categories of climate and green technology, water, and nature and resilient landscapes.

  Environment

  Jul 5, 2021