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Winnipeg Police Launch Bar Patrols to Target Gangs
Winnipeg police have started a months‑long patrol initiative in city bars and lounges to target suspected gang members and reduce gang‑related crime in the…
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Swan River Valley Begins Rebuilding After Summer Floods
After two summer floods in 2026, Swan River Valley residents and local governments are engaged in rebuilding and recovery work while coping with costly repairs…
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Twin Tornadoes Hit Winnipeg, Shattering Urban Safety Myth
Two tornadoes struck Winnipeg in summer 2026, showing that urban areas are not immune to severe weather, according to experts.
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Man Charged After Sledgehammer Attack on Brandon Police Building
A 41‑year‑old man was arrested after smashing a window at the Brandon Police Service headquarters with a sledgehammer, being subdued by a Taser and a…
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Federal Researchers Target Climate‑Resilient Crops in Brandon
Agriculture and Agri‑Food Canada researchers in Brandon are testing new crop varieties on hundreds of acres to improve resilience to climate stresses and…
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Provincial $5.5 M Winnipeg Daycare Falls into Disrepair
A $5.5 million provincial daycare built in 2024 in Winnipeg is now vacant, looted and flood‑damaged, leaving the site overgrown and unused.
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StatsCan Report Shows Many Winnipeg Homes in Flood‑Prone Zones
Statistics Canada’s September 2026 report finds many Winnipeg homes lie in high flood‑hazard zones, adding to a national assessment of flood risk across…
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Canadian Filmmaker Sets Guinness Record for Bigfoot Movies
A Canadian filmmaker set a Guinness World Record for producing the most live‑action Bigfoot movies, a milestone announced at Winnipeg's Horror Con on September…
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Zebra Mussel Larvae Found in Two Manitoba Lakes
Manitoba officials detected zebra mussel larvae in Lake Winnipegosis and Waterhen Lake in late August 2026 and now require watercraft exiting these lakes to be…
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Around 100 Join Third Annual Winnipeg Fentanyl Awareness Walk
Around 100 people marched at The Forks on September 13 for the third annual fentanyl awareness walk, highlighting the drug’s deadly risks and calling for…
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Strong Wind Warning Issued for Southern, Central Manitoba
Manitoba’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre issued a wind warning for southern and central Manitoba for September 14‑15, expecting sustained winds of 45‑60 km/h on…
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Manitoba Watchdog Investigates Winnipeg Police Chase After Woman Injured
A police chase on September 11 in Winnipeg’s West Broadway area left a woman seriously injured, prompting the Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba to…
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Man Killed in Rural Manitoba Rollover Crash
A 40‑year‑old man died in a single‑vehicle rollover on Road 21 North near Hanover, Manitoba, over the September 12‑13 weekend. RCMP officers found the victim…
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Sports Groups Urge Canada, US to Pause New Tariffs
Sports groups and equipment firms have asked Canada and the United States to suspend new tariffs on sporting goods, warning that higher prices could reduce…
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Peace Garden Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 Attacks
Hundreds gathered at the International Peace Garden on September 11, 2026, to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, honoring victims and underscoring…
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Twin Tornadoes Challenge Winnipeg's Immunity Belief
Two tornadoes struck Winnipeg in summer 2026, prompting experts to question the belief that cities are immune to severe tornadoes.
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Ottawa Provides $5 Million for HIV Prevention in Winnipeg
Ottawa has pledged $5 million to Winnipeg for HIV prevention, including the distribution of self‑testing kits, as part of a nationwide effort to expand testing…
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Faith-Based Recovery Center Opens on Winnipeg Main Street
A faith‑based recovery organization opened a new office on Winnipeg’s Main Street on September 12, 2026, to provide addiction support. The center adds to the…
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Mayor Gillingham Promises More Funding for Winnipeg Recreation Centers
Incumbent mayor Scott Gillingham, running for re‑election in October 2026, promises extra funding for recreation centre upgrades, a revamped 311 service and…
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Brandon Scientists Breed Climate‑Resilient Crops for Local Farms
Scientists at Agriculture and Agri‑Food Canada in Brandon are breeding new crop varieties on hundreds of acres to help local farms survive increasing climate…
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Survey Shows Slight Boost in Police Approval, Downtown Safety Concerns Remain
A September 11 survey shows a slight rise in Winnipeg Police approval but notes ongoing downtown safety worries and concerns about response times, prompting…
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Canadian Filmmaker Sets Guinness Record for Bigfoot Films
A Canadian filmmaker was recognized at Winnipeg's Horror Con on September 13, 2026, for holding the Guinness World Record for the most live‑action Bigfoot…
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Police Chase Leads to Injuries and Broadway Closure
A police chase on West Broadway on September 11 led to injuries and a temporary road closure, highlighting the disruptive potential of such pursuits in…
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Justice Officials Move to Seize Assets of Winnipeg Drug Duo
Justice officials in Winnipeg have asked a court to seize the homes, vehicles, jewelry and cash of a father‑son pair arrested for operating a drug‑trafficking…