News - Winnipeg

Testing for COVID-19 is now available at the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, which provides a convenient option for people travelling to Manitoba who need a COVID-19 test.

The Manitoba government plans to construct a new diamond interchange at the intersection of PTH 100 (Perimeter Highway) and PTH 3, which will increase safety and reduce travel delays along the Perimeter Highway.

Lynn Lake RCMP are asking the public for any information into the whereabouts of a missing man from Winnipeg, 33-year-old Robert McMahon.

A 26-year-old semi truck driver from Winnipeg is facing a number of charges after the semi he was driving collided into an SUV on the Perimeter Highway. The result of the impact caused a chain reaction of collisions.

A 48-year-old Winnipeg man is facing a number of drug related charges after recently being arrested by Portage la Prairie RCMP.

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living is advising that two new COVID-19 testing sites were opened this past week, a drive-up location located at 1 Research Rd. at the University of Manitoba’s SmartPark and drive-thru location at 485 George Ave. in Winkler.

Winnipeg Police Service, along with Manitoba RCMP, are searching for a Winnipeg man in an ongoing joint investigation.

Manitoba Infrastructure is advising that work is beginning on PTH 100 (Perimeter Highway) to replace the median barrier between Portage Avenue and the Assiniboine River, and that some traffic delays may occur.

An aircraft, traveling from Vancouver to Toronto, was diverted to the Winnipeg International Airport due to an unruly male passenger. The man was subsequently arrested and charged.

The Manitoba government is introducing further safety measures on Winnipeg’s South Perimeter Highway (PTH 101).