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A two-vehicle collision just west of MacGregor caused a temporary closure of Highway 1 on Monday evening, but no serious injuries were reported.

MacGregor Fire Chief Chris Leckie says the crash occurred shortly after 8 p.m. along a stretch of the highway with no intersections or known risk factors.

Canada's elections commissioner said Wednesday she has no evidence to suggest the federal election result in April was affected by foreign interference, disinformation or voter intimidation — even though the volume of complaints about the campaign shot way up.

In a preliminary report, Commissioner Caroline Simard said her office received more than 16,000 complaints about the spring campaign that ended on April 28 — seven times the number of complaints received in the 2019 and 2021 elections.

Sen. Patrick Brazeau is said to be recovering after collapsing on the Senate floor on Wednesday in the midst of debate on the federal government's major projects bill.

Brazeau, 50, rose to speak shortly after 4 p.m. before falling over sideways onto the floor.

A Senate spokesman says Brazeau appears to be recovering following an examination by paramedics.

Warning: The following video contains mild foul language and a medical event.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25TH

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The Manitoba government is moving forward with plans to redesign the busy intersection of the Trans-Canada Highway and Highway 5 near Carberry, the site of a tragic 2023 minibus crash that killed 17 people. However, the preferred design option, a Reduced Conflict U-Turn (RCUT) intersection, has sparked significant controversy among local residents, truckers, farmers, and elected officials.

The rhythmic beat of drums and the cleansing scent of smouldering sage and sweetgrass filled La Verendrye School (LVS) in Portage la Prairie earlier this week.

The school hosted a heartfelt indigenous ceremony, a special send-off for Grade 12 students graduating from Portage Collegiate Institute (PCI) who began their educational journeys within LVS's walls.

A traditional cultural celebration

It was a vibrant celebration of achievement and a poignant homecoming steeped in cultural tradition.

Students at Oakville School (OVS) wrapped up the school year with a fun-filled day that brought everyone together. The school put a new spin on its traditional year-end field day, rebranding it as Fun Fest. On Tuesday morning, Kindergarten to Grade 4 enjoyed a variety of exciting activities that challenged their skills, sparked laughter, and kept smiles on everyone’s faces.

Wesley Huber has been named Volunteer of the Month by the City of Portage la Prairie, recognized for stepping up as coach of the PCI Trojans hockey team when no one else would.

“It is unexpected for sure, but you know it’s a great honor for to be recognized in anything,” Huber says. “That was great to be recognized.”

Jumping in to save the team from folding

Huber got involved because the team was at risk of folding due to the absence of a coach.

The Portage Stampeders Special Olympics team delivered an unforgettable performance, capturing medals and embodying spirit at the 2025 Provincial Summer Games for Special Olympics Manitoba this past weekend.

Head Coach Deanna Talbot beams with pride as her athletes return home triumphant, each having earned at least one medal from the provincial competition.

Westpark School’s Class of 2025 gathered Tuesday for a heartfelt send-off, celebrating years of shared memories, hard work, and friendships.

Among the proud graduates was valedictorian Katherine Knox, who delivered an emotional speech to classmates, staff, and families at the ceremony.

“It was really good. It actually went really smoothly,” notes Knox. “It wasn't very long. Only about an hour and a half, but everyone was happy.”

Knox says she teared up while giving her address but managed to power through.