The Westman News Update's Podcast

RM of Boissevain-Morton declares local state of emergency due to heavy rain this week - July 22/22

Fewer Manitobans were admitted to hospital last week with COVID, A Winnipeg man accused of killing a Saskatchewan RCMP officer to stand trial for first-degree murder, A 29-year-old Brandon man faces assault charges - and Brandon car enthusiasts are gearing up for next weekend's Super Run Car Show. These stories and more in today's update.

Manitoba expands COVID vaccine eligibility to children under age 5 - July 21/22

Mosquitos carrying West Nile virus have been found near Headingley, Brandon's Cando Rail has reportedly been sold - and some economist believe inflation may have peaked. These stories and more in today's update.

Keystone Agricultural Producers warns about significant weather-related crop losses - July 20/22

An RCMP officer was hit by a fleeing vehicle during a traffic stop at a campground in Roblin last weekend, Canadian pilots are having long waits getting their licenses from Transport Canada, MB will soon unveil its COVID vaccine program for younger kids - and Canada's passport is ranked 8th in the world. These stories and more in today's update.

A storm Monday night dumped significant rain and knocked out power across the province - July 19/22

Brandon police arrested a man for allegedly paying for a cab ride with a fake $100 bill, MPI is warning about a text scam, Atlantic Canadians are the most eager to get a second COVID booster shot - and Manitobans still love their plastic straws. These stories and more in today's update.

We’ll get some relief from the heat this week - July 18/22

More wildfires sprang up across Manitoba over the weekend, Brandon City Council will discuss a proposal to borrow $30-million dollars to pay for water and sewer infrastructure at its meeting tonight, Brandon police busted a man for allegedly threatening a security guard with a handgun at the Victoria Inn, and if you're under 40 researchers say no amount of alcohol is beneficial. These stories and more in today's update.