Leons Headlines Oct 26: Strong winds gusting 70–100 km/h swept through southwestern Manitoba Saturday, knocking out power for thousands, including over 2K in the Portage area before most were restored by evening.
-Westman to see light snow or a rain-snow mix Tuesday overnight, with better snow chances to the west & north, more rain farther south, as temps hover near freezing.
-BPS suspends their use of Crime Stoppers after nationwide data breach.
-BSD will review its student-staff communication policies to ensure they comply with MB’s new ban on DMs between teachers & students.
-Brandon sets a new advance-polling record, nearly 2,400 residents; Municipal Election Day is Wednesday 8 am-8 pm.
-A 27yr old RM of Dufferin man is in custody facing drug trafficking and weapons charges after Carman RCMP seized 90.5 grams of cocaine, 3D-printed brass knuckles and suspected trafficking equipment during a home search.
-A 3-day police sweep across Wetman resulted in 28 arrests, three firearms seized and cocaine recovered as officers targeted violent offenders and outstanding warrants; communites seeing arrests were Dauphin, Grandview, Winnipegosis, Sandy Bay and Ebb & Flow FN.
-MB Nurses Union calls for staff & weapons scanners at BRHC, warning staffing shortages are driving long ER wait times & increasing the risk of violence.
-MB Shared Health’s chief medical officer has resigned, citing ‘demands of the role,’ work environment; Dr. José François was appointed in March 2024 to newly created role in provincial health agency.
-Royal Canadian Legion’s Poppy Campaign started Saturday, runs until Remembrance Day.
-Silvertips drop the Wheat Kings 5-3 to start a busy week, Wheaties travel to Moose Jaw Tuesday, PA Wednesday & host Lethbridge Friday.
-A sellout crowd of 32, 342 watched the Canadiens beat the Jets 2-1 at the Heritage Classic Sunday.
-Bombers thump BC 34-10; face Toronto in Eastern Semi-final Saturday.
Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck’s voice actor. The legendary voice behind Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck is gone far too soon, reminding us how much magic one voice can bring to our childhoods. These characters made generations of us laugh, and the man behind the mayhem helped make them unforgettable. Let’s look back at the voice that brought these cartoon legends to life!
Baby born with a moustache?! Forget the baby pictures — this little guy apparently arrived with a full-on moustache! The internet is losing its mind, and honestly, he looks like he’s already got a mortgage and strong opinions about lawn care. Somebody get this kid a tiny coffee and the morning newspaper!
Brandon to Abu Dhabi — one stop! Who knew getting from Brandon to Abu Dhabi could be so easy with just one stop? Suddenly, that dream vacation in the United Arab Emirates feels a whole lot closer to home. Now, are we booking flights or just dreaming about the airport lounge?
Travelling WELL — Etihad Airways. If you’re going to spend hours in the air, you might as well do it in style! Etihad Airways is all about making the journey part of the vacation, because nobody wants to arrive in paradise feeling like they’ve been folded into a carry-on bag.
UK says prepare for three days without….The UK is encouraging people to prepare to manage for several days without essential services if a major emergency strikes. That means having food, water, medication and basic supplies ready before you need them. It’s not about panicking — it’s about avoiding the classic human response of rushing to the store AFTER everybody else has had the same idea!
Don’t be alarmed — just be prepared! Nobody wants to think about emergencies, but a little preparation can go a long way. Having a few essentials tucked away could make a stressful situation much easier to manage. Think of it as insurance for your peace of mind — hopefully, you never need it, but you’ll be glad it’s there if you do!
Houses on the roof of the mall?! Forget shopping upstairs — how about LIVING upstairs? Prince Albert is exploring the idea of building housing on top of a shopping mall, making use of space that’s already there. Imagine popping downstairs for groceries without ever stepping outside — although your wallet might be in serious trouble with a food court that close!
