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Zebra mussels may prompt closure of national park lake, Manitoba government says

Zebra mussels may prompt closure of national park lake, Manitoba government says

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government says Parks Canada is considering closing a popular lake to boating this year because of zebra mussels.
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Manitoba's historic Lido Theatre devastated by fire, police suspect arson

Manitoba's historic Lido Theatre devastated by fire, police suspect arson

THE PAS, Man. — A century-old movie theatre in northern Manitoba is no more, ravaged by flames on suspicion of arson, leaving behind fond memories of snacks for a quarter but also the pain and humiliation of racist rules.
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Andrew Harris to sign one-day deal and retire as a Winnipeg Blue Bomber

Andrew Harris to sign one-day deal and retire as a Winnipeg Blue Bomber

WINNIPEG — Running back Andrew Harris will sign a one-day contract with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers this month and retire as a member of the team, the CFL club said Friday.
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First Nations men wrongfully convicted in Manitoba file lawsuits claiming racism

First Nations men wrongfully convicted in Manitoba file lawsuits claiming racism

WINNIPEG — Two First Nations men wrongfully convicted of murdering a restaurant worker are suing three levels of government saying their imprisonment was the result of racial discrimination.
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Manitoba government cracking down on organized crime with new bills

Manitoba government cracking down on organized crime with new bills

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government has introduced two bills aimed at cracking down on drug trafficking and organized crime.
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Gabe Vilardi's hat trick helps Jets clinch playoff berth with 5-2 win over Flames

Gabe Vilardi's hat trick helps Jets clinch playoff berth with 5-2 win over Flames

WINNIPEG — Gabe Vilardi’s hat trick helped the Jets clinch a berth in the NHL playoffs. And now, he’s looking forward to Winnipeg’s famous playoff Whiteout.
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WHL Roundup: Moose Jaw Warriors complete first-round sweep of Brandon Wheat Kings

BRANDON, Man. — Denton Mateychuk scored and added an assist as the Moose Jaw Warriors downed the Brandon Wheat Kings 6-2 on Thursday to complete a four-game sweep in the first round of the Western Hockey League playoffs.
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Trudeau says provinces must price carbon as Manitoba eyes alternative to federal plan

Trudeau says provinces must price carbon as Manitoba eyes alternative to federal plan

WINNIPEG — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew appeared at odds over carbon pricing Thursday.
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University of Winnipeg says some staff, student information stolen in cyberattack

University of Winnipeg says some staff, student information stolen in cyberattack

WINNIPEG — An investigation into a cyberattack that took down the University of Winnipeg's network last month has found the personal information of some staff and students was compromised.
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Manitoba property managers group says rebate changes could lead to higher costs

Manitoba property managers group says rebate changes could lead to higher costs

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government faced concerns Wednesday that its new budget, delivered a day earlier, could be a financial hit to landlords and delay the construction of several schools.
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