Leons Headlines Dec 4: Blowing snow expected to produce hazardous driving conditions across southern MB today as wind gusts to 70km/hr will also produce high wind chill values as temps plumet. Mild temps return Friday.
-Pressure rises on feds to intervene in Canada Post strike, now into its 20th day. The Retail Council of Canada urges the federal government to end the postal strike, which it claims jeopardizes businesses, while Canada Post awaits a union response to a proposed framework.
-The future of Park Community Centre now depends on the MB government, which is reviewing design, costs & demo details submitted by the City of Brandon.
-RCMP investigating deaths in Portage as double homicide. The male & female victims were in a relationship & investigators believe this to be targeted with no danger to the public.
-MB will open permanent office in US to strengthen trade relationship: Kinew. Premier made an announcement to business leaders Tuesday at the state of the province.
-RCMP commissioner open to deploying cadets to harden the border. Feds also looking at helicopter purchases.
-Police forces in Manitoba have launched this season’s holiday Checkstop program targeting impaired drivers. Every driver pulled over during Wpg holiday check stop program must give breath sample: police.
-Searchers on an airboat scoured the Assiniboine River in Brandon for 39-year-old Jeffrey Floresco, missing for 12 days since being last seen on November 21st.
-Jets sing the Blues in 4-1 home loss to St. Louis.
The Trump joke many are not finding funny. After the Friday meeting between Trump and Trudeau, and the reported comment from Trump in response to concerns that tariffs would destroy the Canadian economy by replying “then maybe Canada could become the 51 state”. Then came the post. Of Trump no a mountain and “oh Canada”. Oh the internet. Let the games begin.
And from media south of the border, more reaction……….
Divorce Lawyer Says These Professions Have The Most Cheaters: Certain careers, such as sales, law enforcement, and healthcare, are statistically linked to higher infidelity rates due to stress and work environments.
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting 2024: The 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree will shine with over 50,000 LED lights during its highly anticipated lighting ceremony.
MORE ON TONIGHT’S FESTIVITES HERE: https://nypost.com/2024/12/04/entertainment/rockefeller-center-christmas-tree-lighting-2024-how-to-watch-performers-more/
Pizza Hut New Prototype: Pizza Hut is testing a new restaurant design featuring a drive-thru, kiosks, and a “Hut ‘N Go” menu for faster service.
Chi-Chi’s Comeback: The once-popular Chi-Chi’s restaurant chain will make its return in 2025, two decades after closing its doors.
Dollar Store Struggles: Dollar Tree and Dollar General are facing slowing sales and challenges in attracting bargain hunters amidst a competitive retail landscape.
Most Workers Want a Thank You: A recent poll shows that most employees prefer a simple “thank you” over a pay raise, especially during the holiday season.
https://studyfinds.org/workers-just-want-a-thank-you
