Provincial News

The coordinator of Squeal on Pigs Manitoba says, as scientists learn more about the behaviors and feeding patterns of feral Eurasian wild boar in Manitoba, strategies for their capture and eradication are evolving.

Selkirk RCMP are reporting that a 27-year-old Selkirk man has been arrested and charged in connection to five armed robbery incidents that occurred during the summer months of 2023.

The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU) has concluded its investigation into an allegation that Brandon Police Service (BPS) officers fabricated evidence after an arrest in February 2021.

The Manitoba government is launching an electronic monitoring program, allowing for 24-7 global positioning system (GPS) monitoring to supervise those involved in the criminal justice system who are released on bail.

Since spring, the Manitoba Conservation Officer Service have been active in the response to the large wildfire near Flin Flon and Cranberry Portage by assisting local authorities and the Manitoba Wildfire Service to protect the communities and assist with evacuations.

The Manitoba government is adding 68 transitional care beds to facilities across the province in an effort to reduce wait times in emergency departments and ease access block within hospitals.

Oakbank RCMP are currently investigating a serious assault incident that recently occurred at a business located on Jean Marc Avenue, in the Rural Municipality of Springfield.

There are currently 64 active wildfires across the province, with a total of 236 wildfires this season. Lightning and human caused fires continue to persist with above seasonal temperatures forecast into next week.

Morris RCMP are reporting that two individuals have been arrested and charged after they were found to be in possession of drugs and stolen property.

Education and Early Childhood Learning Minister Nello Altomare announced that the Manitoba government will be banning the use of cellphones in the classroom as a way to minimize distractions in schools. The new ban will be starting this September.