'We just have to pull together', Leaders on the border react to trade tariffs

As newly imposed tariffs take effect, a number of business and municipal leaders in the southeast are expressing their surprise. 

Dave Carlson, Reeve of the Rural Municipality of Emerson-Franklin, says he expected negotiations to take place and never thought the tariffs would actually be implemented. Now that they have, he hopes they will be short-lived. 

Denton Mateychuk’s NHL dream becomes a reality after years of hard work

Every young hockey player in Canada dreams of the day they get the call to the NHL, and for Denton Mateychuk, that dream came true just before Christmas.  

The defenseman from the small town of Dominion City, Manitoba, has now made his NHL debut with the Columbus Blue Jackets, turning years of dedication and perseverance into a reality on the biggest stage. 

Children’s grief support program uses art for healing and comfort

Grieving the loss of a loved one is never easy, especially for children. That’s why Southeast Cancer Support Services is offering a unique grief support program, designed specifically for kids and their caregivers.  

Facilitated by Mishelle Aminov Kosonovsky, the program provides a safe space for children to navigate their emotions through creative expression. 

Denton Mateychuk’s NHL dream becomes a reality after years of hard work

Every young hockey player in Canada dreams of the day they get the call to the NHL, and for Denton Mateychuk, that dream came true just before Christmas.  

The defenseman from the small town of Dominion City, Manitoba, has now made his NHL debut with the Columbus Blue Jackets, turning years of dedication and perseverance into a reality on the biggest stage. 

Vita Catholic Church celebrates one year anniversary since reopening

The St. Isidore Catholic Parish in Vita is getting ready for a big celebration this Sunday, marking one year since reopening its doors to the community.  

After being closed for some time, the church was revived thanks to the efforts of dedicated individuals who wanted to bring Catholic worship back to Vita. 

Vita Catholic Church celebrates 1 year anniversary since reopening

The St. Isidore Catholic Parish in Vita is getting ready for a big celebration this Sunday, marking one year since reopening its doors to the community.  

After being closed for some time, the church was revived thanks to the efforts of dedicated individuals who wanted to bring Catholic worship back to Vita. 

Students and staff return to SRSS following bomb threat

Students and staff are able to return to Steinbach Regional Secondary School after a bomb threat was made earlier Tuesday morning. 

RCMP and fire crews quickly responded to the scene and the school was evacuated as a precaution. 

To assist in the search, Manitoba RCMP Police Dog Services were called in. Officers cleared the scene a short time later after no suspicious devices or items were located.

A 16-year-old male youth has been identified as a possible suspect.