The air is gradually getting colder in southern Manitoba, likely resulting in more treacherous driving and walking conditions over the holidays. In the news, Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. says all landline and wireless phone service was restored overnight, as well as 911 emergency service in the province. Its now a three way race for the leadership of the Manitoba NDP. The political drama is continuing to unfold in Alberta. Also in Alberta, charges have been laid against a 21 year old man after a young aboriginal girl was found near death on a reserve west of Edmonton. In Montreal, the jury in the Luka Magnotta murder trial have still not reached a verdict after seven days of deliberation. And Winnipeg continues to enjoy the lowest gasoline prices in Canada, with most outlets selling regular for 86.9 cents a litre. And in sports, the Winnipeg Jets are hoping to give their fans the Christmas gift of a huge upset tonight when they take on the high flying Blackhawks in Chicago. Get all the scores plus details on these and other stories when you click on CNCs Daily News Podcast: communitynewscommons.org/daily-news-podcast/
Posted on: Tue, 23 Dec 2014 13:24:01 +0000