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Manitoba Issues Measles Exposure Warning for The Pas Hospital ER
Manitoba health officials warned that people in The Pas hospital’s emergency department waiting room during the week of Oct. 2, 2026 may have been exposed to…
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41-Year-Old Woman Found Safe After Missing in Pine Falls
Police found the missing 41-year-old woman in Pine Falls and confirmed she is safe, after she failed to return from errands earlier in the week.
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Winnipeg Tenants Protest $500 Rent Hike After Upgrades
Two Winnipeg tenants were informed of a $500 monthly rent increase linked to cosmetic upgrades, which they deem unjustified and feel forces them to consider…
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Brandon Homeless Count Drops, Advocates Say Many Missed
The 2026 Brandon homeless count reported lower numbers, but advocates say the snapshot likely misses many unsheltered individuals.
The Local Sunset ·
Volunteer Removes Up to 30 Snakes Daily at Eriksdale Centre
A volunteer in Eriksdale is removing 20‑30 red‑sided garter snakes daily and releasing them on the centre’s grass, reflecting the species’ prevalence in the…
The Local Sunset ·
Mayoral candidate Vogiatzakis says out‑of‑city home won't hinder run
Vogiatzakis defended his eligibility despite living in St. Andrews, while fellow mayoral hopefuls criticized the move.
The Local Sunset ·
Flood Closure Cuts Weekly Class Time for Winnipeg Students
Flood damage forced the closure of a Winnipeg elementary school, and the resulting relocation has left students missing several class hours each week due to…
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Manitoba regulator censors three nurses for misconduct
Three nurses in Manitoba were censured by the College of Registered Nurses for improper record access, student harassment, and defamatory podcast statements.
The Local Sunset ·
Man Arrested for Shoplifting on Portage Avenue
A 42-year-old man was arrested and charged with robbery after allegedly shoplifting at a store on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg on Friday afternoon. Police acted…
The Local Sunset ·
Doctors Warn Energy Drinks Endanger Children’s Health
Doctors warned that energy drinks pose serious health risks to children after a teen’s emergency visit, highlighting broader concerns about youth consumption.
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Sturgeon Falls Trail Reopens After Safety Upgrades
The Sturgeon Falls trail reopened on Oct. 2, 2026 with added safety measures after being closed due to the summer drowning of two boys.
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Manitoba alerts possible measles exposure at The Pas ER
Manitoba health officials warned that recent visitors to The Pas hospital's ER waiting room could have been exposed to measles, prompting a provincial health…
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Eight Disability Groups Seek Ombudsman Probe of Public Trustee
Eight disability groups have called for an Ombudsman investigation into the Manitoba public trustee over alleged failures to make essential decisions for…
The Local Sunset ·
Man Charged Over Winnipeg Retail Theft Spree
A 42-year-old man was charged for multiple retail thefts in Winnipeg that took place between early September and early October 2026, after the crimes were…
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Man Charged with Arson After Late-Night Fire on Dublin Avenue
A 41-year-old man was charged with alleged arson after a fire outside a Dublin Avenue store was captured on surveillance at 11:30 p.m. on Oct. 1, 2026.
The Local Sunset ·
Mayoral hopefuls vow demolition of vacant homes, add addiction housing
Mayoral hopefuls pledged faster demolition of vacant homes, new addiction housing, and limits on councillor spending to tackle housing decay and support those…
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CRTC to Launch Cellphone Coverage Reporting Standard
The CRTC is introducing a reporting standard to show cellphone coverage quality and pinpoint gaps, aiming to aid consumers in assessing signal strength amid…
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Winnipeg Set for Dry, Sunny October
A CBC Manitoba meteorologist predicts a dry, sunny and uneventful October for Winnipeg as autumn settles in.
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Fire damages apartment suite on Hendon Avenue, no injuries
A fire in a high‑rise on Hendon Avenue damaged one apartment suite, but no injuries were reported.
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One dead, two injured in Highway 8 crash near Riverton
A two‑vehicle crash on Highway 8 near Riverton on Oct. 1, 2026, killed a 22‑year‑old and hospitalized two others, according to the Manitoba RCMP.
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Ontario Men Charged After $50,000 Found in Semi‑Truck Near Winnipeg
Two Ontario men were charged by Manitoba RCMP after $50,000 in cash was found during a traffic stop of a semi‑truck near Elie, west of Winnipeg, on September…
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Silver Alert lifted after missing 57-year-old found safe
Police ended the Silver Alert on Oct. 2 after the missing 57-year-old man was found safe.
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Eleven Winnipeg School Trustees Acclaimed Without Opposition
Eleven trustees were acclaimed, a near threefold increase over the prior election.
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Manitoba Hydro’s Power Imports Equal Exports in 2025‑26
In fiscal year 2025‑26, Manitoba Hydro’s imports matched its exports as drought‑driven low water levels limited its own generation, requiring external power…