Leons Headlines Oct 29: Manitoba food banks being ‘pushed to the brink’ as Canada’s food bank usage reached a record 2M visits in March, double 2019 levels, with rapid inflation, housing costs, and insufficient social supports primary drivers. Harvest MB warns of growing strain on resources with 1 in 3 clients children and 18% employed.
-134 MB first responders were inducted into the Order of the Buffalo Hunt for their courageous efforts during the tragic June 2023 Carberry bus crash, honoring emergency teams from agencies who managed the scene & transported patients.
-Brandon temporary overnight drop-in centre opens, operated by the Brandon Friendship Centre at Life’s Journey, offers a safe warm space, addressing rising shelter demand and an alternative to the over-capacity Safe & Warm Shelter.
-Poilievre Promises New sales tax cut on new homes under $1M, funded by scrapping the Liberal housing policy.
-Brandon delegation that included Mayor Fawcett recently visited Ottawa to explore funding for projects like Transit upgrades.
-Recall Alert: Tangfastics Gummy Candies. 175g Tangfastics recalled due to wood pieces; best before June 2025.
-Sask. Party to form 5th consecutive majority government.
-Google exempt from Online News Act for 5 yrs, must pay $100M: CRTC.
-Toronto Maple Leafs snap Winnipeg Jets’ unbeaten streak with 6-4 win in front of Winnipeg’s first sellout crowd.
It was a great run and disappointing the winning streak ended, but this will put a smile on your face! Young Leafs fan Grayson Joseph dressed up as a life-sized Auston Matthews trading card for Halloween, complete with hockey gear, a mustache, and a Leafs sweater, hoping to meet his hero. Matthews noticed the creative costume, resharing it on Instagram with a flame emoji.
Hallmark Christmas Movie Lawsuit. This doesn’t sound very jolly at all: Hallmark’s Christmas movies have a formulaic charm, app, and merchandise attracting millions. However, a lawsuit alleging ageism toward actors like Lacey Chabert and Holly Robinson Peete has sparked backlash among fans, who argue the network should embrace aging actors.
How many kids is too many kids for Halloween? A Costco Shopper Shows Off Massive Halloween Candy Haul. One customer prepared for Halloween with a candy stash for 1,000 trick-or-treaters. The impressive haul has people ready for spooky season.
https://www.eatthis.com/costco-shopper-candy-haul-for-1000-trick-or-treaters
Scary hotels. No thanks. These US Cities Have The Most Haunted Hotels. A new ranking reveals the top U.S. cities for haunted hotels. Expect plenty of ghostly encounters for brave travelers.
https://digg.com/data-viz/link/us-cities-most-haunted-hotels-halloween
Mom Vents About Disappointing McDonald’s Happy Meal Toy. A mom was unhappy after her child received a toy Croc from McDonald’s. Her reaction video urges McDonald’s to step up their Happy Meal toy game.
Taylor Swift’s Final U.S. Concert Ticket Prices. Taylor Swift’s final U.S. concert series will be in Indianapolis from Nov. 1-3. Ticket prices vary based on demand and seating.
NYC’s Over-the-Top Halloween Decorations Stir Debate. Wealthy New Yorkers are going all out on Halloween displays this year. Some find it festive, while others see it as excessive.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBfHDC-sNdH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Disney Announces Sequels and Major Layoffs. Disney is set to release Toy Story 5, Frozen 3, and Zootopia 2. Unfortunately, this announcement comes alongside 7,000 layoffs.
UK’s Scariest Halloween House Bans Children. A couple in Stafford transformed their home into a terrifying haunted house that’s too scary for kids. With ghosts and haunted mazes, it’s a fright fest for brave visitors.
Holiday Inn Express Shocks Guests with ‘Energy Fee’. Holiday Inn Express is surprising guests with a new $12.95 “energy fee.” This fee has left many guests questioning the hotel’s pricing.
McDonald’s Brings Back Quarter Pounders After E. Coli Scare. After a temporary pause due to E. coli concerns, McDonald’s is reintroducing Quarter Pounders. The popular burger will return with a few safety adjustments.
https://www.eatthis.com/mcdonalds-quarter-pounder-returning-e-coli-outbreak
