A hike of a job for university student    
Posted 1 day ago
By Greg Vandermeulen Red River Valley Echo A Winnipeg university student has kicked off a six week trip across Manitoba, following the Trans Canada trail. [more]

Spray park in the works   
Posted 1 day ago
By Steven Sukkau A new spray park opening up in the Winkler Aquatic Centre will give young swimmers another reason to visit the pool next summer. [more]

Morris area worst hit but flood damage low   
Posted 1 day ago
By JASON HALSTEAD, Winnipeg Sun MORRIS, MAN. - The Morris area took the brunt of Monday evening's deluge but seems to have escaped without serious flood damage. The community south of Winnipeg received more than 100 mm of rain Monday, taxing the town's drainage infrastructure. [more]

Chase ends in collision for police   
Updated 1 day ago
By Lorne Stelmach A pursuit of a stolen vehicle brought a dangerous end to what had otherwise been a routine Corn and Apple Festival weekend for the Morden Police Service. A vehicle that had been reported as stolen from the Lowe Farm area led to the incident Sunday evening. [more]

In search of an outstanding Winklerite    
Updated 1 day ago
The City of Winkler's motto is "where people make the difference." And later this year, the Winkler Community Foundation will be honouring yet another citizen who has made a difference to the community. [more]

Threshermen's Museum ready to present annual Reunion Days    
Updated 1 day ago
The Pembina Threshermen's Museum is getting ready for its 42nd annual Reunion Threshing Days on the Labour Day weekend. It's two full days of old fashioned family fun and old time demonstrations. Gates open at 9 a.m. [more]

Diverse lineup for concert series    
Updated 1 day ago
The start of Southern Manitoba Concerts' 2010-2011 season is fast approaching. Now in its 39th year, the series seeks to bring diverse and engaging stage performances to southern Manitoba, contributing to the region's already rich musical and cultural landscape. [more]

This is your brain on motherhood   
Posted 1 day ago
To everything there is a season. At least that's what the Bible said, long before The Byrds decided to write a song about it. And after you've been on this good earth for a certain amount of time, you realize that it's true. [more]

We need a sea change in immigration policy   
Posted 1 day ago
By Michael Den Tandt QMI Agency How very predictable. The government, led by the blustering Vic Toews, whips the public into a righteous frenzy. The Opposition, seeing an opportunity to score points with new immigrants, chides him for his lack of sensitivity. [more]

Province to strengthen code for ag. buildings   
Posted 2 days ago
Manitoba will strengthen the building code for agriculture buildings and introduce a new Farm Building Code to make buildings safer and offer increased fire protection to livestock and property, Labour and Immigration Minister Jennifer Howard announced. [more]

Hog barn blaze still under investigation   
Posted 2 days ago
By Glen Hallick The Valley Leader There are no new developments in the two investigations of a Notre Dame hog barn. That's the word from spokespersons with the Office of the Fire Commissioner and RCMP D Division. [more]

Give the gift of life!   
Updated 2 days ago
During the summer and long weekends, the need for blood rises as increased motor vehicle and other mishaps occur. To ensure an optimal blood supply for hospital patients in need, Canadian Blood Services will be conducting an extra clinic on Wednesday, September 1 at the Winkler M.B. [more]

United Way gearing up for fall campaign   
Updated 2 days ago
By Steven Sukkau The Winkler and District United Way will kick off its fundraising campaign at its annual dinner Monday, September 13 at the Winkler Senior Centre. [more]

Storm fall to Sword   
Posted 6 days ago
By Donald McLeod The Winkler Storm fell 1-0 to Grant Mill Sword Wednesday night and out of playoff contention in the Manitoba Major Soccer League. Sitting in ninth spot in division two with a record of 4-8-5, the Storm wrap up their season next Wednesday with a vist to winless Britannia. [more]

Travel Manitoba draws fire   
Posted 6 days ago
By Jason Halstead QMI Agency The president of a group that represents the province's marketing professionals is disappointed with a Manitoba Crown corporation's decision not to shop locally. [more]

Wie comes up aces   
Posted 6 days ago
By Ken Wiebe QMI Agency Michelle Wie authored two of the signature shots of the day and those highlights helped propel her to the top of the leaderboard after the opening round of the 2010 CN Canadian Women's Open at St. [more]