Leons Headlines June 1: Another collision at 110 & Richmond is creating growing concern in the community as names & details have yet to be released by authorities; an intersection already under scrutiny following a recent fatal collision, with inactive traffic lights still waiting for activation.
-Manitoba says the trucking company involved in Wednesday’s fatal crash had its safety certificate revoked over ongoing concerns & was later found operating under AB registration.
-After months of preparation, BPS will begin rolling out body-worn cameras tomorrow.
-The 2026 MB Summer Fair in Brandon opens Wednesday, and will have expanded security measures, including increased staffing, police & entry screening technology.
-BSD urges Manitoba to consider student safety, mental health, and learning impacts before making any changes to clock changes.
-PMH adds designated parking spaces at BRHC to reduce traffic-loop congestion & improve safety.
-New report says Employment Insurance is helping fewer Canadians as the workforce shifts to gig work & part-time jobs, and away from full time work.
-Opposition calls for emergency debate in Ottawa as Canada enters “technical” recession.
-Canadian postal workers vote on a five-year tentative deal as Canada Post reports a $205M first-quarter loss.
-Nearly 300 CPKC signal workers are on strike after contract talks failed, impacting rail maintenance across Canada.
-The YMCA Strong Kids Run raised about $16K with over 350 participants supporting local youth programs.
-Brandon’s free Music in the Park series returns to Princess Park tomorrow, featuring 13 weeks of live music every Tuesday through August 25.
Our Liberty is Officially a Graduate of BU. Along with 500+ last week, the class of 2026 Grad Season is underway. Assiniboine College’s Brandon convocation ceremonies take place a week from Friday, June 12 at the Keystone Centre, and Brandon HIgh Schools go at the end of June.
One Grad on Friday did NOT go as planned. It was meant to be an outdoor celebration, with organizers saying the weather and setting would make it perfect. Instead, things didn’t quite unfold as expected and the moment didn’t land the way people hoped.
What happens after Grad? The job hunt. Finding jobs in 2026 for graduates is more challenging than ever. Kaley Kline had to become a star on social media to get some attention.
FAIR WEEK! Don’t eat and ride. A reminder is being shared about staying safe on rides after incidents where people ignored the rules at major amusement parks. One example highlighted someone getting banned after breaking ride safety guidelines.
Can ice cream kill? Ice cream itself is generally safe, but it can be dangerous or even deadly for people with severe allergies. The key message is that food allergies must always be taken seriously.
Hollywood gets crushed by a 20-year-old with an indie film! A young filmmaker is gaining major attention after an indie project outperformed expectations against bigger industry players. The story highlights how smaller creators can still break through in Hollywood.
Childhood food and DRINKS from FRIDAY’s SHOW……The segment revisits nostalgic snacks and drinks people grew up with and remembers on-air discussions. It focuses on fun memories tied to childhood favourites.
Buy things from TEMU? Be careful. Concerns are being raised about safety and compliance issues connected to products sold through the platform. The company has also faced scrutiny and penalties in recent reporting.
