New Transcona library opens doors to public
The $6.5 million Transcona Library, which opened Thursday, features meeting and study spaces, a family literacy playground and an outdoor reading deck. Continue reading
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Transcona’s negative reputation changing, says area city councillor
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
For some who think about Transcona, negative stereotypes sometimes come to mind, but the people who live there see the stigma as a badge of honour. Continue reading
Speedy Valentine’s date costs teen almost $500, say Manitoba RCMP
Police said a driver – who was going 133 km/h on the Perimeter near Transcona Thursday – told them he was just trying to impress his date. Continue reading
Transcona schools losing Ukrainian program to upcoming merger
Parents in Transcona feel moving the Ukrainian language program out of the neighbourhood is a mistake. Continue reading
Transcona councillor wants Winnipeggers to be compassionate in extreme cold
Councillor Shawn Nason said he’d like to see more options available to help Winnipeg’s vulnerable when extreme temperatures hit the city. Continue reading
Girl, 14, arrested for social media threats to Transcona middle school
Winnipeg police have arrested a minor in connection to threats Monday at Arthur Day Middle School, according to a note sent to parents of the students. Continue reading
Winnipeg police shoot at car, officer hit by train in bizarre chase
One suspect and one WPS supervisor were hurt after a bizarre shooting and police chase Wednesday night. Continue reading
Transcona parents say un-plowed streets put school students in danger
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
In Waterside Estates in Transcona, there are only sidewalks on main roads, which means students getting to and from the bus stop are forced to share snowy roads with vehicles. Continue reading
10-year-old Transcona boy steps up to defend a special needs classmate
By Marek Tkach Reporter
Logan Krawchuk, a fifth-grader at Harold Hatcher Elementary, was near the playground when he allegedly spotted a special needs classmate being picked on. Continue reading
Second girl chased in Transcona by unknown male
Winnipeg police confirmed Thursday a second girl was chased in Transcona by an unknown male Tuesday. Continue reading