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RM of Boissevain-Morton declares local state of emergency due to heavy rain this week - July 22/22
Fewer Manitobans were admitted to hospital last week with COVID, A Winnipeg man accused of killing a Saskatchewan RCMP officer to stand trial for first-degree murder, A 29-year-old Brandon man faces assault charges - and Brandon car enthusiasts are gearing up for next weekend's Super Run Car Show. These stories and more in today's update.
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Manitoba expands COVID vaccine eligibility to children under age 5 - July 21/22
Mosquitos carrying West Nile virus have been found near Headingley, Brandon's Cando Rail has reportedly been sold - and some economist believe inflation may have peaked. These stories and more in today's update.
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Keystone Agricultural Producers warns about significant weather-related crop losses - July 20/22
An RCMP officer was hit by a fleeing vehicle during a traffic stop at a campground in Roblin last weekend, Canadian pilots are having long waits getting their licenses from Transport Canada, MB will soon unveil its COVID vaccine program for younger kids - and Canada's passport is ranked 8th in the world. These stories and more in today's update.
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A storm Monday night dumped significant rain and knocked out power across the province - July 19/22
Brandon police arrested a man for allegedly paying for a cab ride with a fake $100 bill, MPI is warning about a text scam, Atlantic Canadians are the most eager to get a second COVID booster shot - and Manitobans still love their plastic straws. These stories and more in today's update.
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We’ll get some relief from the heat this week - July 18/22
More wildfires sprang up across Manitoba over the weekend, Brandon City Council will discuss a proposal to borrow $30-million dollars to pay for water and sewer infrastructure at its meeting tonight, Brandon police busted a man for allegedly threatening a security guard with a handgun at the Victoria Inn, and if you're under 40 researchers say no amount of alcohol is beneficial. These stories and more in today's update.
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A northern Manitoba community is being evacuated due to a forest fire - July 15/22
Be prepared for bears and bugs when heading to Riding Mountain National Park this weekend, the MB government is helping send Ukrainian newcomer children and youth to summer camp, Canada is bringing back mandatory random COVID testing for incoming travellers next week - and the prime minister is getting a new Can Force One. These stories and more in today's update.
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