Solution to Hydro’s economic woes right next door
While a former PUB chairman questions Manitoba Hydro’s economic viability, one wonders why the province doesn’t sell more hydropower to it’s western neighbours.
Craig Street Cats in trouble
A Wolseley-based kitten rescue and cat colony management organization may be closing its doors if additional funds can’t be raised.
Friday night bell tower rallies still going strong
Since November 2011, a dedicated group of community members has been meeting at the corner of Selkirk and Powers to build peace, support the community and set an example.
Beadwork at Manitoba Museum inspires teachers from Arviat
A tour for five teachers hailing from Nunavut is enhanced when they get a special peek at some of the Museum’s rare collections of Inuit clothing and artwork.
Morgentaler’s passing unlikely to reopen abortion debate
Most politicians would rather endure the Senate Scandal any day compared to the nightmare that is the abortion debate. It’s unfortunate because there is much that should be debated.
Sell-out crowd flocks to first-ever DIY Homesteader Festival
Despite a chilly morning, 350 people learned some of the skills necessary to live off the land at the inaugural Homesteader Fest on June 1.
Why support a cosmetic pesticide ban in Manitoba?
Summer is finally here and many are thinking about keeping the grass green and the flowers blooming. But how we maintain our lawn and garden can significantly impact our health and the environment.
City’s prime cycling destination attracts many
Now that the days are getting warmer, there’s no finer way to see the world go by than from the seat of a bicycle. We’re blessed in River Heights to have one of the finest urban cycling route anywhere.
PST debate presses NDP
A debate over the Manitoba government’s proposed hike in the Provincial Sales Tax heard the measure would have more support if the NDP held a referendum and put the money raised directly into the coffers of local municipalities.
Belly dance showcase empowers women
On June 9, belly dancers from around Winnipeg and Manitoba will take the stage for a fifth year in support of Osborne House.