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Groups in Thompson working to offer support, programming for seniors forced from homes by Manitoba fires
In Thompson, Man., groups are working to provide activities and support geared towards seniors who have been evacuated due to wildfires.
New, larger airport terminal nearing completion in Thompson, Man.
Thompson residents can soon expect a new airport terminal, opening before the end of the year, with amenities including expanded dining options, both before and after security.
Thompson city council moves to restore comments at meetings after public outcry
Dozens of people showed up Monday at a Thompson city council meeting to defend what they call a vital part of democracy. They were there to support a motion aimed at saving a bylaw that allows an open public comment period before the start of meetings.
As Manitoba wildfires spread, Pimicikamak Cree Nation braces for the worst
As wildfires continue to intensify across the province, residents in Pimicikamak Cree Nation are focusing on fire prevention and are preparing for the worst.
Boards to beauty: Skills Shop helps people in Thompson upskill in trades
Skills Shop North offers Thompson residents the chance to upskill in a variety of trades, including woodworking and welding, and hosts a variety of workshops, while giving people the opportunity to work on their own projects.
Thompson mall says 'Figar-no' to loitering, crime
The City Centre Mall in Thompson, Man., has turned to classical music from a loudspeaker to deter loitering, which it says helps reduce crime in the mall parking lot.
Reaching voters a challenge for candidates in massive northern Manitoba riding
Candidates in Churchill-Keewatinook Aski are racing to reach as many communities as possible before the April 28 federal election, but in Manitoba's largest riding by land area, that poses a challenge during a short campaign.
Thompson residents left with few options after bus service cancelled last year
A visually impaired woman says the City of Thompson needs to bring back its local transit service, which was shut down last summer. Michelle Bruneau says the bus service was vital to her and others who can't get around easily without it.
Thompson looks to diversify from mining into other industries, including tourism
Northern Manitoba's largest urban centre is looking to diversify and rebrand, shifting the perception of Thompson as a mining town to instead encourage people to think of it as a northern hub for services like education and health care, as well as a tourism hot spot.
Northern Manitoba communities feeling the pinch as winter road openings delayed this year
A delay in opening the winter road has left people living in Pukatawagan unable to drive out of the isolated northern Manitoba community. The delay has forced residents to rely on the railroad, which runs only twice a week in either direction, or commercial flights.