Portage

A section of 1st Street NW, between 6th Ave NW and 7th Ave NW, has been temporarily closed to traffic following an emergency watermain break early this morning.

Residents in the immediate area are also experiencing a temporary disruption in water service as city crews complete the urgent repairs.

Southern Manitoba is under an active heat warning as daytime highs reach the low to mid-thirties, with overnight temperatures remaining at or above 16°C. These extreme heat conditions are expected to persist through Wednesday.

SUNDAY. MAY 11TH

NHL
Playoffs - Round 2
Game 3
Dallas 5 Winnipeg 2
Dallas leads series 2-1

Playoffs - Round 2
Game 4
Florida 2 Toronto 0
Series tied 2-2

Jeff Bereza, Portage la Prairie’s MLA, has been appointed deputy leader of Manitoba’s Progressive Conservative opposition under newly elected leader Obby Khan. The move signals a renewed focus on collaboration and disciplined governance within the party as it positions itself to challenge the NDP government. 

This July marks a major milestone for Portage Toyota as it celebrates 45 years as a Toyota Canada dealership – a journey that began with one family's vision and continues today with an ongoing commitment to customer care, innovation, and community.

The business was founded in 1973 as Portage Leisure & Truck Centre by Dennis and Kathy Thompson, Erwin and Katherine Thompson, and George and Wanda Ryder. In 1980, Dennis acquired the Toyota franchise, and the business began its Toyota journey.

Brendan Schaan, human resources manager at Meseyton Construction, says the company launched an ambitious slate of projects across Manitoba this spring despite lingering road restrictions. Crews broke ground on sites in Brandon, Winnipeg, and the Lord Winkler area, with additional work in the Parkland and Pembina Valley regions.

The Portage Youth Hub has been steadily growing since opening its doors almost six months ago. The free programming and drop-in supports are designed to meet the needs of youth aged 15 to 29. 

Programs run throughout the week 

The hub offers activities Tuesday to Saturday, both at its main site and off-site locations. On Thursdays, programming takes place at Red River College, including access to tools like 3D printers, an industrial sewing machine and a Cricut machine. 

A controversial goal early in the third period proved to be the turning point Sunday afternoon as the Dallas Stars defeated the Winnipeg Jets 5–2 in Game 3 of their second-round series.

With the score tied 2–2, Dallas defenceman Alexander Petrovic appeared to direct the puck into the net with a kicking motion just 3:51 into the period.

Grade 3 students at Crescentview School in Portage la Prairie recently participated in a community cleanup. Under the guidance of teacher Allana Boschman, the students took to Henderson Drive to collect litter and learn about environmental responsibility. 

For several years, the school has organized the annual cleanup event, which coincides with Earth Day and teaches students the value of environmental responsibility. 

Portage la Prairie residents Darius Stevens, Jayda Yakielashek, and Brett Clark will be turning heads at Winnipeg’s Van Dijk Classic bodybuilding competition coming soon. The trio, who train together at Portage Fitness Co-op, bring a mix of rookie enthusiasm and seasoned experience to the stage.

For Stevens, a first-time competitor, the event marks the culmination of six months of gruelling preparation and a journey of self-discovery.