Manitobans have spoken – and the results are in. The 2025 CAA Worst Road is Provincial Trunk Highway 34 (PTH 34) in Central Plains/Pembina Valley, Manitoba. Frustrations with potholes, poor road maintenance, poor road signage and unpaved roads pushed PTH 34 to the number one spot. This marks this road’s sixth appearance on the CAA Worst Roads Top 10 list; however, this is the first time it has taken the top spot. This year also marks a historic first for the CAA Worst Roads campaign – for the first time in its 14-year history, nine out of ten roads on the top 10 list are from rural Manitoba communities. Saskatchewan Avenue, the only Winnipeg road on the list in 2025, has appeared on the CAA Worst Roads list for the last seven consecutive years. "The CAA Worst Roads campaign provides a powerful snapshot to governments on where to prioritize budgets and move up road repairs by giving Manitobans an opportunity to have their say on the difficulties they are experiencing in getting around," says Ewald Friesen, manager of government and community relations for CAA Manitoba, "We saw the proof of this when last year's winner, 18th Street in Brandon, received a swift and coordinated response from governments on the same day the results were released, with shovels in the ground by Fall.” This year’s campaign saw an almost 50 per cent increase in roads nominated, with 723 different roads across 86 municipalities. CAA research shows that 39 per cent of respondents expressed dissatisfaction with road work projects, stating that the roads don’t last long before they must be repaired again. However, 88 per cent are willing to put up with the inconvenience of construction in exchange for long-term improvements. "Manitobans take to this campaign because they are hopeful for change,” says Friesen. “CAA’s annual campaign plays a critical role in highlighting the roads that need urgent attention, providing governments with a better understanding of where Manitobans want these investments made." Half of the roads on the top 10 list are new this year. These include Provincial Road 234 in Interlake, Provincial Road 349 in Westman, Provincial Road 239 in Interlake, 26th Street in Brandon, and Provincial Trunk Highway 12 in Eastman. Manitoba's Top 10 Worst Roads for 2025 1. Provincial Trunk Highway 34, Central Plains/Pembina Valley 2. Provincial Road 234, Interlake 3. Provincial Road 307, Whiteshell 4. Provincial Road 239, Interlake 5. Provincial Road 349, Westman 6. 26th Street, Brandon 7. Provincial Trunk Highway 12, Eastman 8. Provincial Trunk Highway 26, Central Plains 9. Richmond Avenue, Brandon 10. Saskatchewan Avenue, Winnipeg "CAA Manitoba urges all levels of government to prioritize road safety through predictable, year-over-year investment and timely repairs," adds Friesen. “CAA Manitoba will continue to advocate for Manitobans to drive positive change in communities across the province."   For more information and historical results, please visit: https://www.caamanitoba.com/advocacy/government-relations/worst-roads

The Manitoba government is declaring a provincewide state of emergency under the Emergency Measures Act, Premier Wab Kinew and Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor, minister responsible for the Emergency Measures Organization, declared based on the recommendation from Manitoba’s wildfire and emergency management officials. “With the wildfires in northern Manitoba intensifying, our government has triggered a provincewide state of emergency to help us through this crisis,” said Kinew. “The safety of Manitobans is, and will always be, our number one priority.” The state of emergency is initially in effect for 30 days once issued and may be extended if necessary. This ensures federal, provincial and local resources can be delivered in a co-ordinated response to help protect Manitobans, noted the premier. In addition to the state of emergency declaration, the city of Flin Flon and the First Nations of Pimicikimak and Mathias Colomb have issued mandatory evacuation orders. All residents and visitors must evacuate the communities as soon as possible before midnight tonight. “This is the largest evacuation in many Manitobans’ living memory and this will require significant resources and co-operation from all levels of government,” said Kinew. “I have spoken with the prime minister and we have asked for the support of the Canadian Armed Forces in transporting evacuees. There are hundreds of people who are mobilized to get you to safety and provide help. This is what Manitobans do, and we will get through this.” All evacuees are urged to follow the instructions of the emergency alerts in their communities with specific instructions on how to make their way to safety. Visit www.manitoba.ca/emo/guide/index.html for more information.

Possess child pornography/Access child pornography Following an investigation into Possess child pornography/Access child pornography from February, 2025, Police located and arrested the 68-year-old male on May 27, 2025.  He was released to appear in court on August 7, 2025. Prohibited Driving On May 27, 2025, at 5:25pm, Police conducted a vehicle stop at 900 block of 18th Street North. A 31-year-old male driver was found to be prohibited from driving Canada-wide.  He was arrested and later released to appear in court on July 21, 2025, vehicle was seized 30 days.

On May 26th at 5:19PM a call to a disturbance in the 300 block of 9th Street was received. Police attended and found two individuals in an argument, a 30-year-old male and a 36-year-old female.  The 30-year-old male was found to be the primary cause of issues. He was arrested, held in BPS detention cells and will be released once sober.

The Manitoba government is investing $1.65 million to support the Town of Virden in the expansion and rehabilitation of Virden Regional Airport, allowing greater capacity and capabilities for commercial operators, medical transfer flights and STARS Air Ambulance, Municipal and Northern Relations Minister Glen Simard announced here today. “This is an important investment that will encourage regional development and job creation in Westman,” said Simard. “Thanks to the hard work and commitment of the Town of Virden, this grant funding will enhance the airport’s capacity, support commercial growth and strengthen its role as a critical hub for medical access, economic development and regional connectivity.” The investment is being made through the Manitoba Growth, Renewal and Opportunities for Municipalities Program (Manitoba GRO). The upgrades include a new Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) III, enabling STARS Air Ambulance to make critical weather-based decisions. The improvements will also support 24-7 medical transfer flights, charter services and expanded commercial operations, boosting local tourism and economic activity, the minister noted. “The Town of Virden is thrilled to have the support of the province for the upgrades to our regional airport,” said Mayor Tina Williams, Town of Virden. “As well as experiencing large commercial expansion and attracting new business to our community due to this project, the health care and safety of our entire region will be immeasurably improved as a result of the province’s investment.” “This is a significant milestone for our airport. One that would not have been achieved as quickly without the funding provided through the Manitoba GRO fund,” said Coun. Bruce Dunning, Town of Virden, and chair, Virden Airport Commission. “The extension of the runway, installation of the AWOS system and runway lighting upgrades have made our airport a centre for medical, commercial and private aeronautical activity in southwest Manitoba. The airport commission is very grateful to the province for their contribution to this project.” Manitoba GRO was created to support infrastructure projects that help communities grow and thrive. This investment reflects the Manitoba government’s commitment to building strong, healthy communities and supporting long-term economic growth across Manitoba, the minister added.