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Classic cars cruise through Portage
Portage la Prairie got a taste of automotive history today as the Manitoba Street Rod Association made a pit stop at the West End Tim Hortons.
The association is on its way to Brandon, Manitoba, for the highly anticipated Western Canadian Nationals event.
The brief stop drew a crowd of car enthusiasts and admirers, eager to catch a glimpse of the impressive vehicles.
Fueling Up for the Nationals
The convoy of classic and custom cars pulled into the Tim Hortons parking lot for a quick refuel, grabbing coffee and snacks before continuing their journey.
Automated garbage collection begins Friday: what you need to know
Automated garbage collection officially begins in Portage la Prairie on August 1, 2025, with Zone 1A residents the first to start using the new system.
The shift to automation replaces manual collection with trucks that use mechanical arms to lift standardized carts; aiming to improve worker safety, reduce litter, and streamline operations.
Road work advances as new detours start this week
Portage la Prairie drivers should prepare for ongoing road work with new phases starting this week, including lane closures and detours in key areas.
Matt Phillips, manager of engineering for the City of Portage la Prairie, provides the latest update on several projects.
Work on Crescent Road West between 4th Street SW and 12th Street SW is progressing, with excavation expected to be backfilled with limestone by Thursday evening. Phillips notes that next week crews will begin compacting the base and working on density to prepare for the concrete pour.
Search continues for suspect who fled Portage Hospital
Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNP) is continuing its search for Byron Alvin Soloman Roulette, 26, from Sandy Bay First Nation, who escaped police custody while receiving treatment at the Portage Hospital.
On July 24, police responded to a break and enter involving a firearm on Center Road in Sandy Bay First Nation. They found that a male adult had been assaulted by two men who then stole a truck from the residence. One of the suspects was armed.
Melnic goes the distance as Padres take Game 1 of SCBL final
The Portage Padres couldn’t have scripted a better start to their championship series.
A massive seven-run second inning and a complete game from Chad Melnic lifted the Padres to a 13-5 victory over the Plumas Pirates Wednesday night at Republic of Manitobah Park, kicking off the best-of-five Santa Clara Baseball League Final in commanding fashion.
Scoreboard/Line-up - Thursday, July 31
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30TH
Santa Clara Baseball League
Playoffs - Finals (Best of 5)
Game 1
Portage 13 Plumas 5
American Association Baseball
Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks 10 Winnipeg Goldeyes 4
MLB
Toronto 9 Baltimore 8
THURSDAY, JULY 31ST
Manitoba government poll suggests concerns over health care, crime and immigration
The number of Manitobans concerned about crime and public safety has risen steadily, an opinion poll done for the Manitoba government suggests.
The Benchmark poll by Leger is commissioned by the province and conducted every few months to gauge public concerns. The latest available survey, done in October and obtained by The Canadian Press under Manitoba's freedom of information law, suggests affordability and health care remain the most popular concerns.
Judge to rule on bail for 3 charged in alleged plot to seize land near Quebec City
A judge is scheduled to rule today on whether to grant bail to three men facing terrorism charges in an alleged plot to forcibly seize land in the Quebec City area.
Quebec court Judge René de la Sablonnière heard evidence and arguments over three days.
Simon Angers-Audet, 24, Raphaël Lagacé, 25, and Marc-Aurèle Chabot, 24, face charges of facilitating a terrorist activity, and other charges related to the illegal storage of firearms and possession of explosives and prohibited devices.
Prime Minister Carney says Canada will recognize a Palestinian state
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Wednesday that Canada intends to recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations in September, as long as the Palestinian Authority holds elections next year.
"Preserving a two-state solution means standing with all people who choose peace over violence or terrorism. And it means honouring their innate desire for peaceful coexistence," Carney told reporters on Parliament Hill.
He said Ottawa intends to officially recognize the State of Palestine at the UN General Assembly in September.