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Catalytic Converter Crackdown A Success
Apr. 25, 2024WINNIPEG – A crackdown on thefts of catalytic converters in Winnipeg seems to be working. Police say there have been 12 thefts reported so far this year, a number which has fallen significantly over the past two years. The main reason is because scrap metal dealers are being required to follow strict rules and keep detailed records when buying converters.
Manitoba Credit Unions Hope To Merge
Apr. 23, 2024WINNIPEG – The boards of three Manitoba credit unions have announced their intention to merge and it’s now up to members to decide. Members of Assiniboine Credit Union, Caisse Financial Group and Westoba Credit Union will all hold votes on the merger in June. If approved, the merger will create a financial institution with $10 billion dollars in assets, making
Man Arrested After Red River College Theft & Fire
Apr. 22, 2024WINNIPEG – Police say a 23 year old man has been arrested in an arson and theft at Red River College back in February. Thousands of dollars in electronics was stolen before the school was set on fire in the middle of the day while staff and students were present. The building was evacuated and nobody was hurt. Investigators say
Delivery Driver Accused Of Stealing $1M In Electronics
Apr. 19, 2024WINNIPEG – An employee at a package delivery company in Winnipeg is accused of stealing over $1 million in electronics and selling it all online. City police say the products were stolen between last September and this January while in transit. They believe some of the proceeds were used to buy a home valued at more than $600,000. The 30
PCs Pick Leadership Date
Apr. 17, 2024WINNIPEG – Progressive Conservatives in Manitoba will pick a new leader April 26, 2025. The party, headed by Heather Stefanson, lost power last October 3rd to the NDP. She was going to resign on election night but stayed on until January so the PCs could come up with rules for the leadership race.