Leons Headlines June 16: After weekend rainfall & cooler temps, the province is now officially in a LOW fire danger level to kick off the week. Slight risk in the interlake and far north, deemed “moderate” but far from the flood of red or “extreme” just weeks earlier.
-500 Pimicikamak Cree Nation residents return home today after wildfire evacuations, this after Cranberry Portage residents began returning Saturday.
-MB premier wants to bring police officers back into schools after a violent high school attack in Brandon, saying they can help with safety, even though the program was stopped in 2021 due to budget concerns & criticism.
-A group of Brandon parents are asking the BSD to take over lunch programs, saying they’re too important to rely on volunteers & should be treated as a regular part of school.
-Starting today, Todd Burton becomes Brandon’s new GM of Operations, taking over from Patrick Pulak to oversee services like parks, roads & utilities.
-Over $81K was raised for Westman Dreams for Kids at the first-ever CPKC Hockey Tournament in Brandon, one of the biggest donations in the charity’s history.
-Valleyview Co-op announces Kenton’s Community Playground Project will receive $39K through the Co-op Community Spaces fund.
-A man who police say was at large, violating a parole order, faces a number of charges after a standoff with officers at the Disraeli Bridge in Wpg lasted nearly 10 hours over the weekend.
-Canadian Real Estate Association says home sales in May fell 4.3% compared to a year ago, but in MB they were up in May by 0.4 %. The average price of homes sold in MB was $410K.
-Tariffs, wildfires and AI on the agenda as Canada hosts world leaders at G7 in AB this week.
-Panthers beat Oilers 5-2 in pivotal game 5 of Stanley Cup final Saturday. Florida now one win away from repeating as champions, game 6 Tuesday.
That’s alot of Blue and blue is the best news in the fight against wildfires. After rainfall and cooler temperatures, the Province of Manitoba is now shaded in blue which indicates a low fire danger level to kick off the work week, with only a moderate in the interlake and far north regions.
Canada is home to quirky roadside attractions. Like the world’s largest axe in Nackawic, N.B., the Big Nickel in Sudbury to Mac the Moose in Moose Jaw, these oversized landmarks help small towns stand out and attract visitors. These roadside stops mix folk art, civic pride, and nostalgia, making them beloved detours across the country, and Manitoba has more than just a few.
Ready for the new RAMEN Flavour MELTING the iNternet? Get ready, Canada! Cup Noodles is launching its limited‑edition Dill Pickle flavored ramen nationwide on June 21, rolling out in stores like Walmart and online until it’s gone. This tangy, vinegary twist taps into the summer pickle craze—offering a bold, pickle-packed snack in under five minutes.
How could we have a show about food and not talk about the hottest movie streaming on NETFLIX right now! “Nonnas” is the #1 streaming movie on Netflix right now—a heartwarming dramedy about a man who opens an Italian restaurant staffed entirely by nonnas (grandmothers) to honor his late mother. It’s a comforting blend of food, family, and intergenerational wisdom, with standout performances by Vince Vaughn, Susan Sarandon, Lorraine Bracco, and Talia Shire.
Celebrity Dads With Their Mini-Mes. Hollywood stars like Rob Lowe proudly posed with their lookalike children to kick off Father’s Day weekend.
https://www.tmz.com/2025/06/15/hollywood-celebrates-famous-dads-on-fathers-day
Justin Bieber’s NSFW Father’s Day Post. Justin Bieber warned others not to mess with his family in a tough-talking Father’s Day Instagram post.
https://www.tmz.com/2025/06/15/justin-bieber-says-not-a-dad-to-be-messed-with-fathers-day-post
There are parades, then there’s the Army 250 year anniversary parade. But people are talking about the Fox News guest who slurred her speech on-air after sharing a champagne selfie, but denied being drunk. You be the judge.
https://www.tmz.com/2025/06/15/rebekah-koffler-drunk-on-air-fox-news
News Helicopter Pilot Talks Marriage Problems On-Air. A helicopter pilot unexpectedly shared details about his failing marriage during a live news broadcast.
It happens to all of us. Why You Fart More on Planes: Changes in cabin pressure while flying can increase flatulence and cause discomfort, but there are ways to prevent it.
First it was resort fees, now the mini bar in Vegas is just criminal. The Las Vegas Hotel Charges $26 for Water: The Aria Hotel in Las Vegas charges $26 for bottled water, challenging basic economic principles about value and scarcity.
