Poplar River

• Woman arrested, Poplar River RCMP continue investigation into homicide death

  One person is behind bars and faces manslaughter charges following an investigation into a homicide death, conducted by Poplar River RCMP.

  Crime

  Dec 29, 2023
  
• Manitoba First Nation starts rationing after declaring state of emergency

  After officially declaring a state of emergency on May 30, Poplar government liaison Dave MacKay says it's been "a perfect storm of unfortunate issues."

  Canada

  Jun 7, 2022
  
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• Manitoba First Nation declares state of emergency after supply barge explosion

  A Manitoba First Nation says it may have to ration food and fuel after the barge that regularly brings supplies to the community exploded earlier this month.

  Canada

  May 31, 2022
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• Body found after early morning blaze in Poplar River, Man.

  After the local fire department extinguished the blaze, police found a body inside, which will be taken to hospital in Winnipeg for an autopsy.

  Canada

  Nov 25, 2021
• Suspect sought after officers find cocaine bound for Poplar River First Nation: Manitoba RCMP

  Manitoba RCMP are looking for a suspect after police say officers found cocaine hidden in hollowed-out cans being sent to Poplar River First Nation.

  Crime

  May 4, 2020
• Northern Manitoba students lace up for marathon, inspire others along the way

  A group of young students from first nations communities in northern Manitoba were among the racers in the 10km event, and they hoped to serve as an inspiration for people back home.

  Sports

  Jun 16, 2019
• Three arrested in Poplar River homicide

  A 19-year-old is facing manslaughter charges and two others have been arrested in the death of a Poplar River man Friday night.

  Crime

  Jun 3, 2019
• Coronach, Sask. ‘will die’ in the push for a greener Canada

  Catherine MacKay-Wilson knows in a post-coal future, Coronach, Saskatchewan loses theirs.

  Canada

  Jun 15, 2018
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• Forest fire evacuees from Poplar River First Nation heading home

  The wildfire that prompted hundreds of people from their homes was brought under control, and the evacuees can start returning home.

  Sep 5, 2017
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• Poplar River First Nation wildfire under control: Manitoba

  The wildfire that has been burning near Poplar River First Nation since last month is now classified as being held, according to the Manitoba government.  

  Canada

  Sep 3, 2017