A&F at Polo, St. Patrick’s Day plans, Kelce in town
Plus: Get a slice of these recipes for Pi Day

Aaron Epp:

Abercrombie & Fitch to open first Manitoba store in Polo Park

Venetian Nail Spa expands local footprint, T&T Supermarket rumour floats around at Winnipeg shopping hub Read More

Malak Abas:

Marlborough redevelopment likely to include ballroom restoration, retail space: CentreVenture

The transformation of the Marlborough Hotel will include retail spaces and a restoration of its sky view banquet hall alongside the planned 307 units of housing announced last week. While CentreVen... Read More

Nicole Buffie:

Chief demands answers after family evicted from hotel

The chief of a northern First Nation says a Winnipeg hotel must explain why it kicked out a 16-year-old boy and his family days after the teen got knee surgery. “There was child abuse that occurred... Read More

Scott Billeck:

NFL royalty — and soon-to-be Taylor Swift’s brother-in-law — drops into town for some poutine and…?

Super Bowl champion and seven-time Pro Bowler Jason Kelce — co-host of one of the most listened-to sports podcasts in the world — was in Winnipeg briefly over the weekend. Read More

Tyler Searle:

Pilot law enforcement program on transit reduced crime, police say

A 15-week crackdown on crime aboard Winnipeg buses has proved effective, officials said Wednesday, but establishing a dedicated police unit for transit hinges on resources — which are already taxed. Read More

Scott Billeck:

Wounded wombs

Proposed federal bill wants coerced procedures classified as a crime Read More

Melissa Martin:

Devotion in motion

Minister on the move always willing to adapt to expansive western Manitoba parish’s shifting demographics and linguistic needs Read More

Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe:

Jets mailbag: Recouping assets a trade deadline accomplishment

Hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe are back to answer all your burning questions regarding the Winnipeg Jets. Read More

Mikaela MacKenzie:

Gallery: A time-honoured tradition

While Manitobans primarily only worry about adjusting their clocks twice a year — including springing forward an hour this weekend — it’s often a daily routine for Ilya Goldman. Read More

Maggie Macintosh:

Gathering of knowledge keepers at U of M brings ‘generations together’

The University of Manitoba is hosting a record number of visitors, ranging from schoolchildren to seniors, at its 20th annual gathering of knowledge keepers. A sacred fire was lit on the Fort Garry... Read More

Jen Zoratti:

Hands on

Brandon-based visual artist focuses on precarious labour in series of portraits Read More

Ben Little:

‘It’s a special thing we’ve got going on here’

Bisons make program history as drama reigns at track and field nationals Read More

Gabrielle Piché:

Manitoba to require businesses to provide period products for workers

Beginning in August, all provincially regulated companies must provide free menstrual products to their employees in washrooms or other accessible areas. Read More

Carol Sanders:

Province issues reminder about free birth control policy

After learning that a pharmacy in the province was still charging for prescription birth control recently, the government reminded Manitobans they have been eligible to receive it free for the past 18 months. Read More

Gabrielle Piché:

Manitoba legislation aims to improve screening for breast cancer

Manitoba has introduced legislation that targets breast cancer screening for higher-risk women, on the heels of lowering the screening age. Read More

AV Kitching:

‘There’s no shortage of good stories to tell’

Volunteering at aviation museum sparks love of learning, sharing knowledge for former Air Force pilot Read More

Crystal Greene Local Journalism Initiative Reporter:

Transfer program adds to Manitoba First Nation’s bison population

The herd of bison that calls Chitek Lake Anishinaabe Provincial Park in Manitoba home just grew a little larger. Read More

Tyler Searle:

‘Free advertising for Winnipeg:’ stars put spotlight on city

Movie stars' unsolicited endorsements are among the most effective ways to build the reputation of Manitoba, which is increasingly becoming a destination for the film and travel industries. Read More

Niigaan Sinclair:

Listen to what kids are saying; their lives may depend on it

Eleven-year-old Marietta Star Colombe died by suicide Feb. 4. Her grief-stricken parents say she was bullied at school. Read More

Jen Zoratti:

Chalamet’s comments about art asinine

Timothy Chalamet says “no one cares anymore” about the ballet and the opera. That's a wild thing for an artist to say about other artists. Read More

Tom Brodbeck:

It’s great to have a family doctor; it’s even better to get a quick appointment

Governments love a good statistic. Especially the kind that can be packaged neatly into a news release and used to suggest progress is being made. Read More

Joel Schlesinger:

Show her the money

‘Equal pay for equal work’ remains elusive, reflecting ongoing financial inequality Read More

Ritika Dubey, The Canadian Press:

Don’t leave cash on the table

Experts give advice on how to maximize your tax return Read More

Kumutha Ramanathan, The Canadian Press:

Don’t inherit a crisis: How to manage a parent’s debt before they pass

For many families, the grief of losing a parent is compounded by a harsh and unexpected reality: a messy financial aftermath.  Amidst mourning, loved ones may suddenly find themselves... Read More

Eva Wasney:

Celebrate pi day with (what else?) fresh pie

Math fans and baking enthusiasts have a common cause for celebration on Saturday. Read on to find three recipes from Free Press readers to help fuel your numerical revelry on Pi Day. Read More

Ben Sigurdson:

Here’s where to stop and sip awhile in weeks ahead

Winnipeg whisky lovers have been enjoying drams all over town this week in the lead-up to the Winnipeg Whisky Festival, which wraps up tonight at the RBC Convention Centre. But fret not, lovers of ... Read More

Nicole Buffie:

Restaurant sector advocate pushes province for wholesale discount on liquor prices

Ravi Ramberran thinks he spends too much money on booze. The Winnipeg entrepreneur estimates he spends about $250,000 annually on beer and spirits across the two restaurants he owns. Read More

What’s up: St. Patrick’s Day events

Free Press staff recommend things to do this week Read More

Jen Zoratti:

Getting the ball rolling

Writing on baseballs, playing covers shaped Matt Berninger’s process in latest solo work Read More

Jen Zoratti:

Fresh fairy tale

RWB presents reimagined version of beloved Tchaikovsky classic Read More

Conrad Sweatman:

Silver anniversary, comedy gold

Comedy festival celebrates event’s 25th year with national lineup Read More

Ben Waldman:

Ghosts that haunt them

First-time playwright’s social work training helps craft horror drama In the Shadow Beyond the Pines Read More

The Week That Was: March 2 to March 7

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