Winnipeg Free Press

Bartley Kives

1. Good news: IT'S NEARLY OVER

   It was supposed to be a campaign about big ideas, like the environment, the economy and an unpopular overseas war. Updated 9:15 AM

2. Restaurants offering more food for thought

   44It's tough to plunk down big bucks on a meal outside the home when a recession looms on the horizon. Escapist pleasures are difficult to enjoy if you feel like Marie Antoinette chowing down on cake, even if you can still afford the luxury. Updated 2:14 PM

3. SATURDAY SPECIAL

   Fair ball? Examining the ethics at Riverside Park

   In 2004, Sam Katz swept into the mayor's office on the basis of his reputation as an affable, shrewd and highly motivated businessman. Updated 8:02 AM

4. Election Roundup

   No time for Katz

   THREE out of five of Canada's top federal party leaders couldn't find the time to answer a letter from Winnipeg Mayor Sam Katz. Updated 1:54 PM

5. Affordable housing near top of agenda

   A shortage of affordable housing is one of the key issues in Winnipeg North, a wedge-shaped riding that contains some of Canada's poorest neighbourhoods. Updated 2:14 PM

6. Bus fares up in 2009

   Find it too convenient to pay for bus fare with a toonie and a quarter? Then get ready for $2.30 rides in 2009. Updated 2:50 AM

7. City eyes $90-million loan to finance bus corridor

   Winnipeg plans to borrow almost $90 million to pay for the first phase of the city's new bus corridor -- and doesn't expect to pay off the loan until 2039. Updated 2:50 AM

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