North Dakota tourism, CFL changes, Manitoba economic target

Kevin Rollason:

Woman alleges in lawsuit that former Manitoba, national grand chief Fontaine sexually assaulted her as teen in 1970s

A prominent national and local Indigenous leader has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman when she was a high school student more than half a century ago. In a statement of claim filed in Manit... Read More

Gabrielle Piché:

St. Vital Centre shuffles space for yet-unnamed new tenant

At least four shops are either moving within St. Vital Centre or leaving the south Winnipeg mall to make room for a new, top-secret occupant. Read More

Kevin Rollason:

Mona Lisa among eateries closed temporarily for provincial health violations

Provincial health inspectors temporarily closed an Italian restaurant earlier this month that has been a fixture in River Heights for more than four decades. Read More

Tyler Searle:

Community unveils playground memorial honouring slain Carman family

CARMAN — With tears in her eyes, Nancy Clearwater cradled the neck of a bronze turtle sculpture in her hands and planted a kiss on the top of its head, reflecting on the lives and loss of her daughter and grandchildren. Read More

Scott Billeck:

Moving at the speed of trust

Collaboration, compassion and a clear sense of purpose among non-profit agencies and government recently moved more than 30 people out of homeless encampments and into supportive housing Read More

Chris Kitching:

North Dakota missing its Manitobans

State’s hospitality, retail sectors suffer as Pembina border crossings drop by 34% in first half of year Read More

Maggie Macintosh:

Domestic enrolment helped U of W’s fiscal health: president

The University of Winnipeg’s financial situation has stabilized following 10 months of cutbacks on the downtown campus. “We’re confident we’ll have a balanced budget this year, and we’re very happy ab... Read More

Maggie Macintosh:

Minister says law on sign language services in works

Promise made months after Fontaine’s infamous ‘hot mic’ incident Read More

Taylor Allen:

Bisons trample Golden Bears in blowout victory

The Manitoba Bisons ran the Alberta Golden Bears out of town Saturday. Read More

Joshua Frey-Sam:

Homecoming for Fust

Former Dakota Lancers hoopster set to debut with University of Manitoba Bisons Read More

Joyanne Pursaga:

Speed-limit cut proposed for street in Wolseley

A reduction to the speed limit has been proposed for a section of Arlington Street following concerns that ramped-up bus traffic has added noise and disruption to the quiet Wolseley neighbourhood. Cou... Read More

Carol Sanders:

Two officers, 5 weapon detector scanners at HSC starting Nov. 1

The provincial government says Winnipeg police officers will be stationed around the clock at Manitoba’s largest hospital starting on Nov. 1. Read More

Janine LeGal:

Small changes, big impact

Green Action Centre has been teaching people to treat the planet with more kindness for the past four decades Read More

Rodrique Ngowi And Kimberlee Kruesi, The Associated Press:

Foraging revival: How wild food enthusiasts are reconnecting with nature

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (AP) — Standing barefoot in a grassy patch of dandelions, Iris Phoebe Weaver excitedly begins listing the many ways the modest plant can be used medicinally and in cooking. “I just pi... Read More

Catherine Morrison, The Canadian Press:

Almost 2,000 student employees cut from federal government in the last fiscal year

OTTAWA – The number of students working for the federal government fell almost 20 per cent between 2024 and 2025. Data provided by the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat shows 9,120 students w... Read More

Denise Duguay:

Truth, consequences and five good stories

As in life, so goeth this latest batch of five viewing suggestions: Truth can be a hard and costly target to hit. Keep an open mind, keep a good thought but most of all, keep watching. Read More

Nicole Buffie:

McLuhan’s childhood home to become hub for big ideas

‘Come for the message, stay for the medium’: Winnipeg non-profit restores philosopher’s former home as museum and gathering space Read More

Aaron Epp:

‘I’ll help you’: Mr. Turtle still sticks out neck for library time

Retired WSD librarian volunteers overseeing Carolyn Sifton Library at Portage Commons Read More

Eva Wasney:

Trio of ’Tobans honoured by Western Canadian Music Awards

Three Manitobans are being celebrated for their impact on Canadian music. On Monday, the Western Canadian Music Awards (WCMA) announced Winnipeg-born Juno winner Chantal Kreviazuk as this year’s induc... Read More

AV Kitching:

Sacred symbols

Winnipegger’s artwork chosen for Walmart’s national Orange Shirt offering Read More

Niigaan Sinclair:

Denialist doling out distraction not worth the time of anyone who cares about the truth

A former university professor who built a career by attacking the Black Lives Matter movement, “woke-ism” on university campuses, the accounts of residential school survivors and the findings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission is speaking at the University of Manitoba this week. Read More

Grace Anne Paizen:

CFL changes beyond tone deaf

Commissioner banking on players, fans not caring about completely unnecessary changes Read More

Jen Zoratti:

Another comedian silenced. Who’s next?

Using one’s power and influence to silence one’s critics is dictator behaviour. Read More

Gabrielle Piché:

Kinew vows to turn Manitoba into a ‘have’ province by 2040

NDP unveils economic development plan; biz leader hails it as ‘very bold initiative’ Read More

Adriana Morga, The Associated Press:

How to navigate social media trends without derailing your budget

NEW YORK (AP) — Did you buy a new pink dress to watch the Barbie movie, only to never wear it again? An Oura ring because your favorite TikTok influencer had it? A new pair of baggy jeans because R... Read More

Joel Schlesinger:

Fool’s guide for successful investing

New book from co-founder of popular advice platform urges some rule-breaking for long-term prosperity Read More

Ritika Dubey, The Canadian Press:

Return to office full-time may require a lifestyle change, revisiting budget

It’s happening: The trains are overcrowded again. There’s traffic gridlock every weekday morning. There are longer lines at your favourite downtown coffee shop and even longer queues at lu... Read More

Ben Sigurdson:

Wine lovers’ cups runneth over this weekend

Festival refocuses on vino, with special attention on sparkling varieties Read More

Gabrielle Piché:

Mix & match: Winnipeg first in Canada to boast Applebee’s-IHOPs dual-brand restaurant

A second IHOP has entered Winnipeg — and it’s moved into an Applebee’s. Transcona marks the first Canadian neighbourhood to house the dual-branded restaurant. Read More

Eva Wasney:

Korn on the cob

Whether you prefer niblets or nu metal, we’ve got you covered in the kitchen Read More

David Sanderson:

Going with the flow

Molten master plan quickly bears fruit Read More

Ben Sigurdson:

How winemakers get all those tiny bubbles in the bottle

When the Winnipeg Wine Festival pops the cork on two days of swirling, sniffing and sipping at the RBC Convention Centre next weekend, it will once again feature a theme, which usually involves highli... Read More

What’s up: Enchanted Forest, J.D. Renaud, art auction, Jo-Ann Roberts, Casual Friday

Free Press staff recommend things to do this week Read More

The Arts & Life team:

The Art and the Beats

Artists, performers open their doors, and their souls, for Culture Days Read More

Ben Waldman:

Indigenous stories given wings by peers, playwrights

Six Indigenous storytellers are sharing new works with local audiences this week through Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre’s Pimootayowin: A Festival of New Work. Read More

Jen Zoratti:

WCD’s season lineup promises to keep audiences on their toes

Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers are putting the Winnipeg part of their name in bold with a hyper-local 61st season. Read More

Aaron Epp:

‘We’ve basically built our own adult playground’

Smash n Axe Arcade Disco opens in former Nor Villa Hotel banquet room on blueprint of nostalgia Read More

The week that was: Sept. 15 to 21

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