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LG salutes dedicated citizens on Manitoba Day

Culture, History, Local HeroesBy Gloria RomaniukMay 14, 2015

The Queen’s representative in Manitoba has been turning heads in the course of his duties, “celebrating” in an official capacity during the final weeks of his term in office.

Grassy Narrows activists undeterred by CN injunction

Environment, Health & Safety, History, Outside Winnipeg, Religion & SpiritualityBy Michael Welch CKUW 95.9 FMMay 12, 2015

Police and CN take action even though protesters move their traditional water ceremony away from the main rail line.

Marking anniversary of amazing Canada-Netherlands bond

History, Outside Winnipeg, Politics, Safety, Stories of GivingBy Roger CurrieMay 10, 20151 Comment

Once again this past week, Canadian men in their 90’s were celebrated in the streets of Appledoorn and other Dutch communities liberated by Allied forces in WWII.

Notley’s surprise victory similar to previous NDP wins

History, Outside Winnipeg, PoliticsBy Roger CurrieMay 7, 2015

Alberta result not unlike Manitoba in 1969 when Schreyer’s NDP formed a first time government, or the 1990 Bob Rae win in Ontario, or when Jack Layton became official opposition leader in 2011.

Olympus: The Greco-Roman Collections of Berlin

Arts & Entertainment, Downtown, History, Our City, ReviewsBy LuAnn LovlinApril 27, 20151 Comment

The first major exhibition of classical antiquities in Manitoba in more than half a century, opened last weekend at Winnipeg Art Gallery. And what a collection it is!

Jane’s Walk celebrates diversity and vibrancy of neighbourhoods

Culture, History, Our City, Our NeighbourhoodsBy Nolan BicknellApril 24, 20151 Comment

Winnipeggers can choose from more than a dozen guided walks across the city presented in an innovative and uniquely neighbourly fashion.

Renaissance along Selkirk Avenue

Charitable Organizations, Economy & Business, Education, Health & Safety, History, Northwest, Stories of GivingBy Noah ErenbergApril 23, 2015

An iconic Winnipeg neighbourhood steeped in history, struggles through adversity to flourish once again, thanks to generosity and vision of donors, and a community focused on working together.

A time for Aussies and Kiwis in Manitoba to remember

History, Our CityBy Jenny GatesApril 19, 2015

Local club will celebrate Anzac Day, a national occasion Down Under, this year marking the 100th anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces in WWI.

Government sells half the Wheat Board to Saudi Arabian company

Economy & Business, Food, History, PoliticsBy Roger CurrieApril 15, 2015

Long running Canadian farm marketing institution now just a memory.

Massacre’s anniversary a reminder of man’s inhumanity

History, Politics, SafetyBy Roger CurrieApril 13, 2015

A murderous nightmare that happened on April 13, 1945, less than a month before VE Day, is not well remembered.

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