Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg announced three park improvement projects today that will improve recreational opportunities for residents in the ward of Charleswood-Tuxedo-Westwood. The projects include a rejuvenation of John Steel Park (300 Westwood Dr.), pathway replacement in Swindon Oaks Park (40 Swindon Way), and a renewal of Beachemin Park (67 Elmvale Cres.).
Winnipeg, MB – Tonight, the City of Winnipeg recognized the renaming of Rooster Town Park as the commemorative name for the park located at Pan Am Pool (25 Poseidon Bay). Councillor John Orlikow was joined in recognizing Rooster Town Park and unveiling an historical marker with the support of former residents of Rooster Town.
Winnipeg, MB – At 8:38 a.m. on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in three-storey, multi-family residence in the 600 block of Stella Avenue.
When crews arrived, they found heavy smoke coming from the building. Crews launched an offensive attack while simultaneously using a ladder to rescue several occupants from an upper-storey window. The fire was declared under control at 9:26 a.m.
Winnipeg, MB – At 12:10 p.m. on Saturday, August 20, 2022, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a single-family bungalow in the 800 block of Alfred Avenue.
When crews arrived, they found heavy smoke and flames coming from the house. An offensive attack was launched and the fire was declared under control at 12:27 p.m.
Winnipeg, MB – At 11:04 a.m. on August 19, 2022, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a three-storey hotel in the 700 block of Main Street.
When crews arrived, they found smoke coming from the building. An offensive attack was launched and the fire was quickly brought under control, aided by the building’s sprinkler system. Crews ensured all hotspots were extinguished, deactivated the sprinkler system and ventilated the building.
Occupants of the building safely self-evacuated. No injuries were reported.
Winnipeg, MB – The City announced today two upcoming road closures that take effect early next week.
Westbound River Road, from Settlers Road to St. Mary’s Road, will be closed to traffic for road construction on Monday, August 22 at 9 a.m. until Saturday, September 3 at 3 p.m.
Edmonton Street, from Graham Avenue to Portage Avenue, will be fully closed to accommodate the Manitoba Possible Drop Zone charity event on Tuesday, August 23 from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m.
Winnipeg, MB – At 6:40 a.m. on Thursday, August 18, 2022, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a single-family bungalow in the 100 block of Matheson Avenue East.
Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg announced today a project that will bring new recreational amenities to the community of Sinclair Park. The project at Sinclair Park Community Centre will include the design and construction of a new basketball court.
Registration for fall activities begins on August 30
Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg’s Fall 2022 Leisure Guide, Leisure Guide Skating brochure, and Leisure Guide Swimming brochure are now available for viewing online. Registration for all fall activities begins Tuesday, August 30 at 8 a.m. for Winnipeg residents, and Thursday, September 1 at 8 a.m. for non-residents.
Winnipeg, MB – At 7:48 p.m. on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a vacant commercial structure in the 1600 block of Regent Avenue West.
When crews arrived, they found the gas line to the building was leaking and had ignited, with flames coming from the gas meter on the exterior of the building. Fire suppression crews worked to extinguish the fire while additional crews established a safety zone. Manitoba Hydro attended the scene to shut off service to the building.