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Royal Winnipeg Ballet brings Hansel & Gretel to the Centennial Concert Hall this October

The Royal Winnipeg Ballet (RWB) is set to whisk audiences away on a candy-coloured adventure this fall with the Winnipeg premiere of Hansel & Gretel. Running October 9–12 at the Centennial Concert Hall, the production promises a mix of whimsy, humour, and world-class dance in a fresh reimagining of the Brothers Grimm classic.

With summer winding down, Manitobans are making the most of the season’s final weeks – and whether it’s a weekend getaway or a longer adventure, packing smart remains top of mind. At U.N. Luggage, located in the heart of Winnipeg’s historic Exchange District, one travel essential continues to stand out: the Osprey Daylite Expandable Travel Pack 26+6.

"It’s one of those bags that sells like hotcakes," says Jon Thiessen, owner of U.N. Luggage. "Frankly, it's usually out of stock. We’re showing it to you now because we finally have some inventory."

For 40 years, Harvest Manitoba has been committed to ensuring no Manitoban goes hungry, and now the non-profit is gearing up for a big celebration by doing what they do best.

"That is feeding people and doing it a little bit differently with a barbecue street party at our warehouse," Vince Barletta, the President and CEO of Harvest Manitoba said. "We've got entertainment lined up, the screening of a new short documentary, lots of activities, and tours of the warehouse."

Photo Central is celebrating the life of a father and business visionary this month.  

Dick Toews, who founded the business in 1991, passed away earlier this month at the age of 85. According to his son, Andrew Toews, the present owner of Photo Central, a love of photography was instilled in him from an early age, growing up on the family farm outside the small community of Kane where his family also ran the general store. 

Jay Friedman to Retire After More Than Six Decades with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Jay Friedman, the legendary principal trombone of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO), has announced his retirement after an extraordinary 63-year tenure. His final performance with the orchestra will take place in September 2025, marking the end of one of the longest and most influential orchestral careers in modern history.

The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service was kept busy overnight battling two separate fires. 

The first blaze broke out just after 11:20 p.m. in a single-storey commercial building in the 1000 block of Nairn Avenue.

Smoke was coming from the building when crews arrived. It took about an hour and a half to get the fire under control, and crews were able to stop it before it spread to adjacent businesses.

No one was inside when the fire broke out, and no injuries were reported.

 It's believed the fire was accidental, caused by an electrical failure. 

Winnipeg Blue Bombers fans have stepped up in a big way.

Through the Purolator Tackle Hunger initiative, which took place during the first five home games of the season, fans responded by bringing non-perishable food items and monetary donations in support of Harvest Manitoba. 

In the end, over 81,000 pounds of food were collected, with Peak of the Market matching donations along the way.  

It’s not often that you’ll find a nun up to no good in a gay bar in downtown Winnipeg, but for Manitoba UNDERGROUND Opera, there’s a first time for everything. The company’s latest production is Count Ory, an English adaptation of Gioachino Rossini’s Le comte Ory from 1828.  

Canadian innovation in 3D-printed instruments could help make music more accessible

The Manitoba government has signed a $30-million contract with the Canadian Red Cross for evacuee support and other services related to this year's wildfires.

The recently disclosed contract is worth more than half the province's total annual budget for emergency services and provides a first glimpse into the cost of the Manitoba's worst wildfire season in at least 30 years.

"We know that we need to continue providing supports to Manitobans who are facing evacuations and are continuing to need support," Finance Minister Adrien Sala said in an interview Tuesday.