Local News Categories All News Local News Sports & Recreation Commentary Arts & Culture Local News Apr 23, 2026 Residents of Ste. Agathe Vehemently Oppose Housing Proposal On April 22, Ritchot’s council chambers were filled with a large contingent of impassioned Ste. Agathe residents. Local News Apr 23, 2026 IDC Residents Tired of Policing Construction Vehicles Living next to a development that’s under construction has always had its downsides. In the name of growth and progress, many homeowners conclude that it must simply be endured on occasion. Local News Apr 22, 2026 Niverville Residents Seek Reassurance on Group Home Proposal Local residents filled the gallery of Niverville council’s ad hoc meeting room at the Centennial Arena on April 21. They came seeking answers and to demonstrate cautious support for a group home initiative being proposed to council that night. Local News Apr 22, 2026 Province Introduces Interim Wildfire Action Plan for 2026 Late last year, after the last of the Manitoba wildfires had died out, the provincial government set a path to create a comprehensive After Action Review (AAR) using 2025’s wildfire data. Local News Apr 15, 2024 Canada Prepares for Potentially Record-Breaking Wildfire Year Across the nation, 2023 marked an unprecedented year for wildfires. Experts say it wasn’t the number of fires burning that made it historic, but rather the sizable nature of the fires. Local News Apr 15, 2024 Evergreen Therapy Opens in Niverville Evergreen Therapy is now open at the Niverville Heritage Centre, offering another option for those seeking help with their relational or mental health. Local News Apr 11, 2024 Local Trades Respond to Proposed Changes to Apprenticeship Rules Making good on an election promise, the provincial government has announced its intention to alter current legislation in favour of a one-to-one ratio of apprentices to journeypersons throughout the construction industry. Local News Apr 10, 2024 HSD Appoints New Superintendent-CEO The Hanover School Division (HSD) trustee board went public on April 9 with their latest staff appointment. Effective August 1, Joe Thiessen will fill the position of Superintendent-CEO, replacing Shelley Amos. Local News Apr 10, 2024 Ritchot Council Talks EVs, Main Street IDC, Bilingual Service On Wednesday, April 3, Ritchot council covered a variety of topics at their morning public meeting. Local News Apr 08, 2024 Locals Weigh in on Use of Receipt Scanners In recent weeks, the testing of anti-theft scanners at Canadian retail outlets has many people feeling like these new security measures are taking things a step too far. Introduced at four Loblaws-owned stores across neighbouring Ontario, the scanners have been developed to curb theft from self-checkout users. Local News Apr 05, 2024 Debate Continues Over the Impact of Next Minimum Wage Increase In recent weeks, the NDP government announced their intent to give the minimum wage another boost, marking the fourth increase to Manitoba’s lowest wage in two years. By the fall, the minimum wage will have shot up by nearly $4 per hour since 2022. Local News Apr 04, 2024 Province Digs Deeper for Couples Dealing with Infertility Couples struggling to get pregnant will be glad to know that the provincial government is increasing fertility supports this year. Pagination Load more Citizen Poll Given the dramatic spike in the price of gasoline in recent weeks, would you be more likely to consider an EV for your next vehicle purchase? Choices Yes. EV technology interests me and it would be a relief not to have to worry so much about price volatility. * No. I have concerns about the practicality of EVs and prefer to stick with a gas-powered vehicle, even if it costs more to operate. * Vote Have a more nuanced opinion? Leave us a comment below: * By submitting a comment, you acknowledge that your feedback may be printed in a future edition of The Citizen. All responses will be anonymous unless signed by the writer. Signed comments are more likely to be published. Cell Number Comment
Local News Apr 23, 2026 Residents of Ste. Agathe Vehemently Oppose Housing Proposal On April 22, Ritchot’s council chambers were filled with a large contingent of impassioned Ste. Agathe residents.
Local News Apr 23, 2026 IDC Residents Tired of Policing Construction Vehicles Living next to a development that’s under construction has always had its downsides. In the name of growth and progress, many homeowners conclude that it must simply be endured on occasion.
Local News Apr 22, 2026 Niverville Residents Seek Reassurance on Group Home Proposal Local residents filled the gallery of Niverville council’s ad hoc meeting room at the Centennial Arena on April 21. They came seeking answers and to demonstrate cautious support for a group home initiative being proposed to council that night.
Local News Apr 22, 2026 Province Introduces Interim Wildfire Action Plan for 2026 Late last year, after the last of the Manitoba wildfires had died out, the provincial government set a path to create a comprehensive After Action Review (AAR) using 2025’s wildfire data.
Local News Apr 15, 2024 Canada Prepares for Potentially Record-Breaking Wildfire Year Across the nation, 2023 marked an unprecedented year for wildfires. Experts say it wasn’t the number of fires burning that made it historic, but rather the sizable nature of the fires.
Local News Apr 15, 2024 Evergreen Therapy Opens in Niverville Evergreen Therapy is now open at the Niverville Heritage Centre, offering another option for those seeking help with their relational or mental health.
Local News Apr 11, 2024 Local Trades Respond to Proposed Changes to Apprenticeship Rules Making good on an election promise, the provincial government has announced its intention to alter current legislation in favour of a one-to-one ratio of apprentices to journeypersons throughout the construction industry.
Local News Apr 10, 2024 HSD Appoints New Superintendent-CEO The Hanover School Division (HSD) trustee board went public on April 9 with their latest staff appointment. Effective August 1, Joe Thiessen will fill the position of Superintendent-CEO, replacing Shelley Amos.
Local News Apr 10, 2024 Ritchot Council Talks EVs, Main Street IDC, Bilingual Service On Wednesday, April 3, Ritchot council covered a variety of topics at their morning public meeting.
Local News Apr 08, 2024 Locals Weigh in on Use of Receipt Scanners In recent weeks, the testing of anti-theft scanners at Canadian retail outlets has many people feeling like these new security measures are taking things a step too far. Introduced at four Loblaws-owned stores across neighbouring Ontario, the scanners have been developed to curb theft from self-checkout users.
Local News Apr 05, 2024 Debate Continues Over the Impact of Next Minimum Wage Increase In recent weeks, the NDP government announced their intent to give the minimum wage another boost, marking the fourth increase to Manitoba’s lowest wage in two years. By the fall, the minimum wage will have shot up by nearly $4 per hour since 2022.
Local News Apr 04, 2024 Province Digs Deeper for Couples Dealing with Infertility Couples struggling to get pregnant will be glad to know that the provincial government is increasing fertility supports this year.
