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PWHL broadcaster Daniella Ponticelli is thrilled with how the year has gone and couldn't be more excited for playoffs, the overall growth of the league and expansion announcements. 

In part two of a two part conversation, Ponticelli delves into the expansion, it's pivotal role in the future of the league, the importance of media and more.

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After spending the year learning from the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and specifically from Winnipeg-product Brady Oliveira last season, Kaiden Banfield is hoping to get the opportunity to run it back this year.

Banfield was signed to the Bombers' practice roster last season following an injury on the second day of training camp, which put him on one of the wildest schedules a sports fan might ever see.

The Manitoba Thresherman’s Reunion & Stampede in Austin, Manitoba is a huge event! This year it’s happening July 24th to 27th. Those wanting to skip the lineups and get right onto the grounds upon arrival can buy tickets online, right now, right here!

Sunset Palliative Care has entered its 31st year of offering compassionate end-of-life support to Portage la Prairie and the surrounding area. Executive director Aldene Moroz says the non-profit continues to grow thanks to strong local support and the dedication of its volunteers.

The 73-year-old male reported missing yesterday has been located safe and sound.

The RCMP would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance

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As temperatures warm up, the Portage Wolves Youth Rugby Club prepares to start up its fourth season with an accessible and fun new season. Head coach Nathan Peto emphasizes their commitment to introducing kids aged five to 14 to the sport while fostering a supportive community.

King Charles will visit Ottawa to deliver the speech from the throne at the end of this month in a show of support for Canadian sovereignty, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday.

The news came in his first press conference since leading the Liberals to a fourth straight mandate in Monday's election, where he laid out the priorities for his first few months, promising to "embark on the biggest transformation of our economy since the end of the Second World War." 

More than three quarters of Canadians believe misinformation had an impact on the outcome of the federal election, a new poll suggests.

The Leger poll, which sampled more than 1,500 Canadian adults from April 29 to May 1, suggests that 19 per cent of people think false information or misinformation had a major impact on the election.

Almost a third (32 per cent) said it had a moderate impact, while 26 per cent said it had a minor impact on the election's outcome.

Only nine per cent of Canadians said misinformation had no impact on the election at all.

PWHL broadcaster Daniella Ponticelli is thrilled with how the year has gone and couldn't be more excited for playoffs, the overall growth of the league and expansion announcements. 

In part one of a two part conversation, Ponticelli reflects on the second season for the PWHL and how it differs from the inaugural season. 

Key players taking a big steps from year one

The Portage Royal Canadian Legion Branch #65 is receiving a much-needed upgrade to its kitchen, thanks to a recent donation from the Community Foundation of Portage and District.  

Legion Service Officer Bob Oldford says the foundation’s ongoing support has a meaningful impact on the Legion’s ability to give back to veterans.