Leons Headlines Sept 24: The summer heat isn’t over yet; Environment Canada forecasts sun & temps up to 15 degrees above normal for Westman this week, starting today at +23°C, possibly 30°C by Sunday.
-Assiniboine College will host an intake of the 22-student Comprehensive Health Care Aide program starting in 2025 in Virden, with an online information session Oct. 1.
-With a potential strike by 25K health-care support workers looming, some union members are frustrated about being kept in the dark as the MB Government & Union hold a joint press conference outlining next steps. Workers have been in a strike position since August, affecting communities like Winnipeg, Brandon & Portage.
-The province will lower the mammogram screening age to 45 by next year to address rising breast cancer rates among young women, as women under 50 currently require a doctor’s referral for screenings.
-The search for a 6yr old boy northeastern MB ended tragically Sunday when his body was found in a wooded area with RCMP confirming a Canadian Ranger drone located him a considerable distance from where he was last seen at his school.
-Amazon is now allowing some Canadian Prime customers with a MyQ Smart Garage to have their packages delivered directly inside their garages for added security.
-CHL announced Monday 5 WHL clubs have officially submitted formal bids to host the 2026 Memorial Cup – the Brandon Wheat Kings, Kelowna, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat & Spokane.
No School Fundraising? Matt Henderson, superintendent of the Winnipeg SD, is urging schools to pause fundraising efforts, saying they create inequities between schools in different income areas. He emphasizes the need for public education funding to cover essential resources like play structures and electronic equipment, rather than relying on parents to fundraise, which can burden families already struggling with costs.
JT Does Late Night. PM Justin Trudeau appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, addressing mounting frustration over our cost of living and defending his leadership ahead of a non-confidence vote, while also discussing lighter topics like Canadian bacon and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre.
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Goodbye Nutty Club. The Nutty Club, a 120-year-old Manitoba candy and snack brand, is closing and auctioning off its remaining factory equipment, candies, and supplies, with auctioneer Gary Laidlaw highlighting quirky items and even some candy left to grab!
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6517781
Kmart Final Store Final Sale. Kmart, once a leading discount retailer in the U.S., is shutting down its last full-size store on the mainland. This marks a significant moment in retail history as the brand fades from the landscape.
What celebrities may go down with Diddy? Diddy faces multiple charges, raising concerns among his celebrity friends. Five celebrities may be feeling uneasy about their association with him following his arrest.
https://www.ebaumsworld.com/articles/diddyfriendstrouble/87606474
How do we identify this arson suspect? Calgary police have released a blurred photo of an arson suspect, seeking public assistance to identify him. The blurring is done out of respect for the suspect’s privacy.
Is the golden arches undergoing a fry change? McDonald’s customers have noticed changes to their beloved French fries, prompting discussions on social media. A report from a Bay Area location sparked curiosity about the adjustments made to this iconic menu item.
https://www.eatthis.com/mcdonalds-new-large-fries-bags
Cities where they party the hardest on vacation are also the most sleep-deprived. A study highlights travel hotspots where sleeping may be a challenge due to vibrant nightlife. The findings illustrate cities that embody the phrase “I’ll sleep when I’m dead.”
https://studyfinds.org/travel-hotspots-sleep-impossible
Dad makes daughter wear a surveillance camera. In a surprising move, a Pakistani father equipped his daughter with a surveillance camera on her head to monitor her safety. This extreme measure reflects the lengths parents will go to protect their children.
