Leons Headlines Aug 4: Despite a tentative deal ending the WestJet flight attendant strike, many MB travelers were still scrambling Monday to rebook flights, secure refunds & find a way home after widespread cancellations.
-Rockin’ the Fields Minnedosa was another successful festival, with strong performances, near-perfect weather & lively crowds; planning is already underway for 2027.
-Prairie Mountain Health says lab services & temporary outpatient clinic at Dauphin Regional HC should open by the end of the week, dialysis expected to return in the coming months; the hospital remains closed with no reopening date yet announced.
-Rossburn, Sandy Lake & other Westman fire departments are among 32 across MB receiving new mobile wildland firefighting units through a partnership between the province and GlobalMedic to strengthen wildfire response.
-MB Ag Days opens registration tomorrow for landmark 50th show in January.
-Downtown Wpg restaurant burns for 2nd time since fire last fall in a suspected arson Sunday night.
-An 18yr old woman is in stable condition after being shot by a WPS officer during an early Monday morning altercation linked to a nearby shooting investigation.
-Wpg Sea Bears star Teddy Allen is recovering in hospital after an assault in downtown Winnipeg Sunday, WPS are investigating.
-US State Dept to close 5 foreign missions, including its consulate in Wpg; closures also include posts in Japan, Indonesia, Cameroon & Grenada, all notified to Congress but not publicly announced.
WestJet Flight Attendants Strike. Some Westman travellers were among those stranded this weekend after a WestJet flight attendant strike cancelled hundreds of flights. A tentative deal has been reached, but how long will it take before operations fully return to normal?
HOLY FULL THEATRES Spider-Man! The new Spider-Man movie is making headlines after a massive opening weekend at the box office. Could it become one of the biggest movie launches ever?
Chick-fil-A Coming Closer. Chick-fil-A is getting closer to Brandon, with a new location planned that could mean Grand Forks is no longer the closest option for local fans. Would you make the drive for the famous chicken sandwiches?
July Business Closures. Several familiar businesses closed their doors in July, including Aurora Video and Audio after 60 years and The Keg in downtown Winnipeg. What local business closure surprised you the most?
Scary Moments: Seaplane Crash. A seaplane crash in the Bahamas over the weekend created some terrifying moments for passengers and witnesses. Thankfully, emergency crews responded quickly after the aircraft went down on the water.
Should Metal Water Bottles Be Banned at Schools? Some schools are debating whether metal water bottles should be restricted because of safety concerns. Is this a reasonable precaution, or are schools going too far?
