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Physiological Leaf Spot is suspected in a number of winter wheat fields in Southern Alberta.

Physiological leaf spot (PLS) appears as round or oval lesions that may be yellow or bleached white to gray in color. Lesions may also have a dark center with a narrow chlorotic (yellow) halos and tend to be more numerous toward the tip of the leaf blade. PLS lesions are often found in the upper canopy, and missing or rare on lower leaves.

Three Factors Favoring Physiological Leaf Spot (PLS):

The Canadian citizen believed to be on an Air India flight that crashed shortly after takeoff is a dentist from Mississauga, Ont., her family has confirmed.

The husband of Nirali Sureshkumar Patel said she was on board the London-bound flight that crashed Thursday, killing at least 240 people.

Patel's dental clinic referred The Canadian Press to the husband, who said that he was in the process of booking travel to India for himself and the couple's one-year-old child.

Edward “Ed” Nikkel

Peacefully, with his family by his side, Edward Nikkel passed away on June 11, 2025 at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 79 years.

Portage la Prairie has welcomed nearly 600 wildfire evacuees in recent days, with approximately 400 still in the community as of this week. City officials, provincial departments, non-profits and local volunteers have all played a role in ensuring displaced families have shelter, medical support, food and essentials.

After a smoky start to the wildfire season, Manitobans may finally catch a break as shifting weather patterns and expected rainfall are poised to improve air quality in the days ahead. 

Wildfire smoke has brought hazy skies to large parts of southern Manitoba, impacting air quality in recent weeks. Although previously the smoke was caused by wildfires in Northern Manitoba, Christy Climenhaga, a scientist with Environment and Climate Change Canada, says the hazy conditions this week drifted in from further west. 

With summer well underway, Portage la Prairie city officials are reminding residents to stay alert as roadwork and public safety efforts increase across the city.

Councillor Colin Doyle, Chair of Public Safety for the City of Portage la Prairie, stressed the importance of driver awareness during the city's busiest construction season.

"It's no surprise to anyone that summertime is construction season," Doyle said. "We just awarded our pavement contract at our Council meeting, so you're going to see some road closures to improve infrastructure."

U.S. president Trump has attacked the sustainability movement, but a major pulse player urges investors to stick with the industry

A Canadian food industry executive is telling pulse companies to stick with their sustainability messaging despite attempts by powerful people to undermine the movement.

Murad Al-Katib, president of AGT Food and Ingredients, said U.S. president Donald Trump has been very vocal about his disdain for the green movement.

Lenoard William "Bill" Fuller, 90, of Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, passed peacefully into the loving arms of His Lord and Saviour on May 28, 2025 in Gladstone, Manitoba.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Johanna Schuiteman; wife of 8 years Hilary (Houden); parents William and Anne, and sisters: Helen and Betty.

At about 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Brandon Police Service officers were called to Neelin High School following an emergency involving two male youths. Officers arrived within minutes and by 1:22 p.m., a 16-year-old male suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

The 15-year-old victim sustained injuries to his chest, arms, and thighs. He was given immediate medical attention and transferred to Brandon Regional Hospital. His condition is now stable. His parents were quickly notified, and care supports are being provided to him and his family.

Max Murphy clubbed his 93rd and 94th home runs in a Winnipeg Goldeyes uniform Wednesday evening, surpassing franchise legend Reggie Abercrombie to become the team’s all-time home run leader.
 
Winnipeg (13-16) secured the series win with an 11-2 victory over the Chicago Dogs (14-16) at Impact Field.