Over the span of three days this week, some areas in southwest and western Manitoba received more than 200 mm of precipitation.

The Manitoba government on Tuesday announced $1.9-million in annual funding to add more Mounties across the province and bolster existing crime reduction teams and programs.

One day after federal trade minister Jim Carr confirmed Winnipeg will see at least $40 million from this year's gas tax allocation, Mayor Brian Bowman said he hopes to see that money spent on local roads.

Municipalities from across Manitoba have joined forces to voice their concerns about a provincial government decision to cut a program to fund roads and bridges.

The majority of  Manitoba municipalities believe pot revenue should be shared with towns and cities.

Mayor Martin Harder said Winkler will not decide by the deadline of December 22.

Manitoba municipalities asking for infrastructure funding from the province.