Hellebuyck hoopla, volleyball showdown, school threats
Plus: What you need to know this tax season

Ken Wiebe:

Connor in the house

Jets winger declines Trump visit, returns to team Read More

Gabrielle Piché:

Eight of 10 people using bus to get downtown unhappy after system overhaul, BIZ survey reveals

“The level of dissatisfaction — that is dire,” said Coun. Sherri Rollins. “Winnipeggers are… voting with their feet. They’re not taking transit anymore. We’re losing revenue.” Read More

Maggie Macintosh:

Two city teens, Toronto woman charged for making violent threats to Winnipeg schools

Two Winnipeg teens and a 30-year-old woman from Toronto are facing charges after a wave of violent threats targeting city schools earlier this month. Read More

Melissa Martin:

‘Russia will never bring us to our knees’

Battered, bruised Ukrainians mark fourth anniversary of Russian invasion with weary, but unwavering resolve Read More

Dan Lett:

‘Built on love, hope, patience’

In the city of Kitchener, a tiny-home initiative has had an outsized positive impact on the homeless community Read More

David Sanderson:

No sleep till closing

Local real-estate agent Rod Peeler, famed for advertising tagline, still in the game Read More

Joshua Frey-Sam:

Last chance at the big dance

Bisons, Wesmen v-ballers set out on playoff road Read More

Free Press staff:

Medical examiner calls inquests into six deaths

The province’s chief medical examiner has called inquests into six deaths in 2023, including the fatal shooting by Winnipeg police of a man who was holding a woman hostage at knifepoint. Read More

Maggie Macintosh:

‘Pushed every boundary’: student teachers wowed at U of W conference

Student teachers stepped to the front of the class at a University of Winnipeg conference that featured a record number of research presentations and an international twist. Read More

Chris Kitching:

Police warn about AI use in sophisticated scam calls

‘Just Hang Up’ campaign launches in Manitoba to protect seniors Read More

Chris Kitching:

Councillor calls for permanent bike lanes on Wellington stretch

Why proceed with temporary pilot project when city can ‘do it right the first time,’ says Lukes Read More

Tyler Searle:

City report recommends reducing residential speed limit to 40 km/h

Slowing down a growing trend in North America, urban studies expert says Read More

Conrad Sweatman:

Sketches by eccentric Winnipeg artist Ed Ackerman hit the Hollywood Bowl

Mac DeMarco, one of Canada’s most celebrated indie musicians, has chosen Winnipegger Ed Ackerman’s art to grace posters for his upcoming fall concerts at the Hollywood Bowl and Carnegie Hall. Read More

Aaron Epp:

Advocating for education, inclusion

People First president focuses on helping those who need help Read More

Eva Wasney:

Purr-fection

Manitoba’s top tabby clawing for title of North America’s favourite pet Read More

Aaron Epp:

Legacy of opportunity, accomplishment

Winnipeg-based West End Radiators drives toward 7th decade in business with 5 locations in 2 provinces Read More

Adithi Ramakrishnan, The Associated Press:

6 planets will parade across the night sky Saturday

Six planets are linking up in the sky at the end of February, and most will be visible to the naked eye. Read More

Dan Lett:

Hellebuyck faces tough save with Winnipeggers after fool’s gold-plated day with Trump

At a time when a lot of hockey players shun smaller markets and change teams as often as they change their socks, Connor Hellebuyck is a true role model. And that’s what makes the events of this week so utterly disheartening. Read More

Niigaan Sinclair:

Alberta premier asks voters to bypass Indigenous rights

There is a standard playbook that politicians use when they have mismanaged an economy, want to divert attention from a scandal, or violate citizen rights and the law: Blame the brown people. Read More

Jen Zoratti:

Brontë film sumptuous fanfic… and that’s just fine

“Wuthering Heights” is a beautiful cake that turns out to be mostly buttercream. But have you never run an index finger through an inch of frosting and plopped it in your mouth? Read More

Nina Dragicevic, The Canadian Press:

From rent hikes to damages: Understanding the basics of rental agreements

Tenancy laws vary by province, and educational resources are easily accessible online for renters to learn about their rights and the basics of a typical rental agreement. If you’re moving out-of-province for school or a new job, you’ll need to look up local laws. Read More

Joel Schlesinger:

Grim yield to reap

Massive borrowing could see lenders demanding higher rates, incurring pain for investors in years to come Read More

Ritika Dubey, The Canadian Press:

Tax-filing season begins today. Here’s all you need to know

Gather your tax slips and receipts because it's that time of the year. The 2025 tax-filing season officially kicks off on Monday. It will last a little over nine weeks, ending with the April 30 deadline for most taxpayers. Read More

Ben Sigurdson:

Local breweries tap into diversity

This month’s round-up of new, new-ish and returning local brews includes a summery lager to beat the February blahs, an ale inspired by a 50-year-old classic British comedy and some bigger, gutsier beers in a range of styles. Read More

Lauren Chambers, The Associated Press:

Rotisserie chicken meets grapes and pecans in a crisp romaine wrap

I make these wraps most weekdays for lunch as they’re easy, tasty and packed with protein. They’re also loaded with fresh raw fruits and veggies. Read More

What’s up: Philharmonic Choir; films of Sylvia Hamilton and Claire Prieto; storytime; Emily Austin; French Class

Free Press staff recommend things to do this week Read More

Ben Waldman:

Actor connects multiple storylines in RMTC’s telecommunications drama Rogers v. Rogers

Inviting audiences into the inner sanctum of a dysfunctional dynasty, playwright Michael Healey’s Rogers v. Rogers does for the Canadian telecommunications industry what Adam McKay’s The Big Short did for subprime loans: surveying a national economic ecosystem that feels destined to take advantage of consumer’s best interests while lining the coffers of a controlling billionaire class. Read More

Ben Waldman:

PTE play shines a light on cultural harms caused by forgeries

Drew Hayden Taylor explores art authentication with his signature wit in The Undeniable Accusations of Red Cadmium Light, a play inspired by the ongoing challenges to the artistic legacy of Anishinaabe painter Norval Morrisseau. Read More

AV Kitching:

(Big) screen time

Children’s film festival showcases joy of shared experience Read More

Ben Waldman:

Nothing mysterious about Hood & Dagger’s motives

A bit part in a community theatre run in Selkirk has turned into a full-time pursuit for the Winnipeg couple behind Hood & Dagger, a non-profit that’s raised more than $15,000 for local charities through its stage productions. Read More

The week that was: Feb. 17-23

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