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Michael Werier, the interim commissioner appointed to review the auditor general’s 2009 annual report as it relates to MLAs’ allowances, reported to the Speaker of the legislative assembly today.

On September 1, 2010, about 7pm, Oakbank RCMP, local EMS and Emergency Services were dispatched to the scene of a vehicle rollover near highway 207 on the west end of the Floodway Bridge on the Trans Canada Highway.

Manitoba Health reports one mosquito sample tested positive for West Nile virus during the week of Aug. 22 to 28, in Morris.

RCMP are seeking public assistance in connection with numerous electrical wiring thefts over the past few months in the RM of North and South Cypress.

The Canadian Pork Council expects planned amendments to the federal Health of Animals Regulations to accommodate swine tracebility to become effective by late 2010 or early 2011.

Many canola fields are still a week away from 50% to 60% seed colour change — the ideal swathing stage — but damage from sclerotinia, hail or frost has some growers eager to get he crop cut.

The Government of Canada is investing in cutting-edge research to grow market opportunities and maintain a bright future for the Canadian organic industry.

Advanced Education and Literacy Minister Diane McGifford is encouraging Manitobans to recognize the importance of strong literacy, numeracy and other essential skills during September, which has been declared Literacy Month in Manitoba.

On August 30, 2010, at about 4:30pm, Bloodvein RCMP were dispatched to the ferry dock at Bloodvein, Manitoba.

On August 29, 2010, at about 9:30am, Virden RCMP were dispatched to the scene of a workplace fatality.