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Silver alert issued for missing Winnipeg woman, 81Jessie Howell, 81, was last seen near Tache Avenue and Dollard Boulevard around 7:25 a.m. Tuesday, police say.CanadaFeb 27
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Manitoba police watchdog probes firing of ‘less lethal’ bean bag round during arrestThe Independent Investigation Unit (IIU) is looking into the arrest of a 44-year-old man, which involved the firing a 'less lethal' beanbag round.CrimeFeb 27
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NHL commissioner’s stop in Winnipeg carries extra weight amid attendance woesGary Bettman's Winnipeg appearance Tuesday comes on the heels of Jets owner Mark Chipman's candid comments about the team's struggles with season-ticket sales.SportsFeb 27
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One homicide suspect in custody, the other at large, Winnipeg police sayThe victim, River Harper, was killed Feb. 7 in an incident on Assiniboine Avenue, and police had reached out to the public to identify two men seen on surveillance footage.CrimeFeb 26
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Manitoba youth propose ‘auntie-style,’ culturally appropriate health careAs part of a national survey, the University of Manitoba hosted several marginalized groups for roundtable discussions, leading to the proposal of 'auntie-style' care.HealthFeb 26
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Bombers sign U.S. receiver K.J. HillThe club announced Monday that it has agreed to terms with receiver K.J. Hill, winner of three consecutive Big Ten championships with Ohio State between 2017 and 2019.SportsFeb 26
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Winnipeg cops to sell unclaimed goods to highest bidder in upcoming auctionWinnipeg police are cautioning would-be bidders that everything up for auction is in an 'as-is' condition, none of it has been tested, and all sales are final.CrimeFeb 26
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School cancellations around southern Manitoba on MondayA blast of wintry weather means closures and bus cancellations for some Manitoba school divisions Monday.WeatherFeb 26
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‘Wild ride’ of unpredictable weather means tough times for Winnipeg outdoor attractionsFor local business owners whose bread and butter comes from outdoor activities, it's been a frustrating season to say the least.WeatherFeb 22
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Woman charged in Carberry Curling Club theft: Manitoba RCMPA 36-year-old woman from Carberry, Man., has a court date after being charged in connection with what police are calling a 'significant' theft from the local curling club.CrimeFeb 22
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Winnipeg zoo hosting weekend of events to mark International Polar Bear DayThe zoo, which is home to the expansive Journey to Churchill exhibit, is hoping to raise awareness about the animals as well as the roles zoos play in their conservation.CanadaFeb 22
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Kids across Canada dealing with respiratory illnesses at pre-pandemic rates: CIHI reportThe report says in 2022, there were 33 kids under four who were hospitalized with the seasonal flu -- but that number jumped a whopping 7,000 per cent, to almost 2,500 in 2023.HealthFeb 22
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Manitoba’s top cop heading west to command Alberta’s RCMPAssistant Commissioner Rob Hill, commanding officer of the Manitoba RCMP, is headed west for a new gig heading up Alberta's Mounties.CrimeFeb 21
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Manitoba RCMP arrest man wanted on warrants for armed assaults, parole violationsRCMP in Flin Flon, Man., have arrested a man who was wanted on warrants for armed assaults, and parole violations.CrimeFeb 21
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Winnipeg firefighters find one dead in aftermath of Vivian Avenue blazeFire crews found smoke coming from a multi-family residence on Vivian Avenue just before 4:20 a.m. The blaze was extinguished, then firefighters found a body.FireFeb 21
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ANALYSIS: Jets’ second-line wingers need to find chemistry with new centre ASAPSince joining the team, Sean Monahan's chemistry with his linemates has been slow to develop, and the coach isn't blaming the newcomer, who has scored in three straight.SportsFeb 21
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Winnipeg cops seize $10K in cocaine, meth and Xanax, arrest wanted manWinnipeg police seized more than $10,000 worth of cocaine, meth and Xanax during a raid on an Edgeland Boulevard suite Sunday evening.CrimeFeb 20
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Downtown Winnipeg buses to feature new safety officers this weekA total of 23 sworn-in peace officers will be posted on buses that travel through the downtown core, with the goal of crime prevention and keeping both drivers and passengers safe.CrimeFeb 20
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Pipe leaking sewage into Red River not fixed yet, Winnipeg Councillor saysThe City of Winnipeg is scrambling to fix a pipe dumping millions of litres of raw sewage into the Red River, after a temporary fix didn't last as long as initially hoped.EnvironmentFeb 16
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Trio of Winnipeg homicide suspects handed second-degree murder chargesThe suspects were arrested with the help of the police service's Air1 helicopter early Thursday after fleeing the scene where Mitchell Hanslip, 26, was found dead.CrimeFeb 16
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Blue Bombers sign American offensive tackle Eric LoftonThe Blue Bombers announced Friday that Lofton, 30, has agreed to a one-year contract to play in Winnipeg. He previously suited up for Winnipeg in the 2022 season.SportsFeb 16
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New safety officers set to begin downtown patrols on and around Winnipeg TransitThe patrols will initially focus on bus routes in downtown Winnipeg, with safety officers present on buses, on foot around downtown transit hubs, and in marked vehicles.CrimeFeb 16
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Frozen truck leads Manitoba RCMP to fentanyl arrestsManitoba RCMP say they've arrested a Portage la Prairie man wanted on multiple warrants after they found him inside a truck that was stuck in a frozen ditch.CrimeFeb 15
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3 arrested fleeing scene of homicide, Winnipeg cops sayOfficers were called to the building around 2:40 a.m., where the victim was found dead. With the help of their helicopter, police tracked down suspects who were fleeing the scene.CrimeFeb 15
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Kinew, Trudeau announce $633M in health funding for ManitobaThe Manitoba government's focus on health care is getting a $633 million boost from Ottawa, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew announced Thursday.HealthFeb 15
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