Fire disrupts key services at Tallboys in St. Claude
The sudden closure of Tallboys’ main building and fuel services in St. Claude, following a fire early Friday morning, will have a significant impact on the local community.
As a key hub offering fuel, vendor, motels, a restaurant, and a lounge, Tallboys plays an important role in daily life for residents and travellers alike.
While the fire has shut down these operations, the carwash remains open for customers. The business says it is working diligently to restore full service as soon as possible.
Scoreboard/Line-up - Friday, July 25
THURSDAY, JULY 24TH
American Association Baseball
Winnipeg Goldeyes 6 Chicago Dogs 5
MLB
Toronto Blue Jays 11 Detroit Tigers 5
CFL
Montreal 23 Calgary 21
FRIDAY, JULY 25TH
CFL
Edmonton at Saskatchewan - 8:00 PM
Manhunt underway after suspect escapes police in Portage
A manhunt is underway in Portage la Prairie after a suspect escaped from police custody Thursday evening.
According to Manitoba RCMP, the Manitoba First Nation Police Service (MNFPS) reported around 9:00 p.m. on July 24 that a man they had arrested earlier in the day had managed to flee.
Last seen on 5th Street SE
The suspect, 26-year-old Byron Roulette of Winnipeg, was last seen at approximately 7:30 p.m. in the 500 block of 5th Street Southeast in Portage.
Sentencing for Freedom Convoy leaders Lich, Barber scheduled for Oct. 7
Tamara Lich and Chris Barber, two leaders of the Freedom Convoy protest, are scheduled to be sentenced for mischief on Oct. 7 in an Ottawa courtroom.
In addition to lengthy prison sentences, the Crown wants to seize Barber's truck, which was used in the protest.
A forfeiture hearing on that matter is scheduled for Sept. 12.
Ontario Court Justice Heather Perkins-McVey said Thursday she wants to rule on the mischief sentence and truck forfeiture at the same time so that she does not deliver "piecemeal" decisions.
One home destroyed after wildfire enters town in northern Manitoba
Ash and embers rained down on the northwestern Manitoba town of Leaf Rapids when an out-of-control wildfire entered the community Wednesday evening resulting in the damage of one home and several abandoned buildings.
Firefighters have been in the community for weeks establishing fire guards, managing vegetation and setting up value protection on critical infrastructure, but "intense fire behaviour" that ramped up over the course of a few hours prompted crews to temporarily leave the town.
Music at the heart of Threshermen's Reunion and Stampede
The Manitoba Agricultural Museum's biggest event of the year, the Threshermen's Reunion and Stampede, is underway. The event runs until Sunday, July 27th, and this beloved summer tradition blends heritage, entertainment, and community, with live music playing a central role in the festivities.
Extra caution urged as pools are recalled following U.S. tragedies
As families across Manitoba make the most of warm weather, water safety remains a pressing concern, particularly for young children.
Over 260,000 units recalled
On Monday, Health Canada issued a recall for more than 260,000 above-ground swimming pools sold nationwide, following reports of nine child drownings in the United States.
Padres looking to flip script against Royals in semis
The Portage Padres are gearing up for the second round of the Santa Clara Baseball League playoffs with Game 1 of the semi-finals against Carberry taking place Friday night at Rotary Republic of Manitobah Park.
Portage finished the regular season at the top of the standings and earned a first-round bye. The Royals advanced to the league semi-finals beating Minnedosa in three games.
Interlake producers welcome drought support, but say more help may be needed
Farmers in Manitoba’s Interlake are cautiously welcoming new drought support measures announced this week, though some say more action may be needed if dry conditions continue into August.
Arvid Nottveit, a cow-calf producer near Pineimuta Point and vice-president of Manitoba Beef Producers, says the area has seen very little rain this season.
“Some of our hayfields, they're not really even worth cutting,” he notes. “We’ll probably just hope that we can graze cattle on them.”
New Manitoba trade agreements a win, says Portage chamber exec
Stefanie Dunn, executive director of the Portage la Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce, says Manitoba’s recent trade agreements with four provinces are “long overdue” and will bring real benefits to local businesses and workers.
The Manitoba government signed memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with New Brunswick, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, and Prince Edward Island to reduce trade barriers, improve labour mobility, and open new markets.