Local News Categories All News Local News Sports & Recreation Commentary Arts & Culture Local News Mar 25, 2026 Niverville RCMP Arrest Wanted Criminal and Charge Sleeping Driver March has been a busy month for the Niverville RCMP detachment. Over the course of just a few hours, wanted criminals were arrested and impaired drivers were safely taken off the roadways. Local News Mar 24, 2026 Southeast Spring Flooding Forecast Low to Moderate According to the Hydrologic Forecast Centre, there is low to moderate risk of spring flooding in Manitoba this year. An exception is made for some areas of the Interlake and northern Manitoba where the risk moves to moderate or high. Local News Mar 24, 2026 Siblings Intensify Push for Debbie’s Law in Response to System Gaps On Wednesday, March 18, siblings Colleen Dyck and Daniel Fewster found themselves in front of news cameras again, drawing fresh attention to a policy initiative they call Debbie’s Law. Local News Mar 22, 2026 Seminar to Guide Philanthropists on Leaving a Lasting Legacy Cameron Rennie of Niverville understands the importance of philanthropy. More specifically, he and his team at IG Private Wealth Management understand the importance of gifts that keep on giving. Local News Mar 01, 2018 Family-Run Pietro’s Pizza Opens in IDC The start of a new year is often seen as an opportunity for change and new beginnings. One of those new beginnings recently came to Île-des-Chênes in a tasty way. Local News Mar 01, 2018 Council Takes Critical Look at Niverville’s Main Street On February 8, Niverville’s town council held a public open house at the south end of the arena to introduce aspects of a functional design study proposed for Niverville’s Main Street. The study encompasses the section of Provincial Highway 311 stretching from Krahn Road to Sixth Avenue. Local News Mar 01, 2018 New Bothwell For some, the true meaning of rural life is living right in the heart of the prairie, gazing up at the dark, starry skies without the distraction of city lights, and taking in the sights and sounds of farmers at work in their nearby fields. That’s New Bothwell. Local News Mar 01, 2018 Niverville Dubbed Manitoba’s fastest growing community, Niverville lies just 20 minutes south of Winnipeg’s perimeter. Along with unprecedented growth, this town of nearly 5,000 is quickly becoming a regional hub for commerce, health, and wellness. Local News Mar 01, 2018 St. Adolphe St. Adolphe is a quaint community along the Red River. Its francophone roots are still evident, having been originally settled by the Metis in the mid-nineteenth century. Local News Mar 01, 2018 Ste. Agathe Located just twenty minutes south of Winnipeg, Ste. Agathe provides a peaceful repose for those looking for a home in the heart of nature. Here, the winding Red River provides an authentic riverfront experience, accessible from anywhere in town. Local News Mar 01, 2018 Open For Business The communities south of Winnipeg are continuing to experience a residential boom, with growth on the rise. The RM of Ritchot’s population has jumped 21.9 percent in the last five years, and Niverville is almost certain to be the next Manitoba town to achieve city status. Local News Mar 01, 2018 Grande Pointe Grande Pointe is a community so close to the city that it almost feels like a suburb. Just minutes from the south perimeter on Highway 59, this picturesque spot to put down roots lies on the banks of the tranquil Seine River. Pagination Load more Citizen Poll Given the dramatic spike in the price of gasoline in recent weeks, would you be more likely to consider an EV for your next vehicle purchase? Choices Yes. EV technology interests me and it would be a relief not to have to worry so much about price volatility. * No. I have concerns about the practicality of EVs and prefer to stick with a gas-powered vehicle, even if it costs more to operate. * Vote Have a more nuanced opinion? Leave us a comment below: * By submitting a comment, you acknowledge that your feedback may be printed in a future edition of The Citizen. All responses will be anonymous unless signed by the writer. Signed comments are more likely to be published. Cell Number Comment
Local News Mar 25, 2026 Niverville RCMP Arrest Wanted Criminal and Charge Sleeping Driver March has been a busy month for the Niverville RCMP detachment. Over the course of just a few hours, wanted criminals were arrested and impaired drivers were safely taken off the roadways.
Local News Mar 24, 2026 Southeast Spring Flooding Forecast Low to Moderate According to the Hydrologic Forecast Centre, there is low to moderate risk of spring flooding in Manitoba this year. An exception is made for some areas of the Interlake and northern Manitoba where the risk moves to moderate or high.
Local News Mar 24, 2026 Siblings Intensify Push for Debbie’s Law in Response to System Gaps On Wednesday, March 18, siblings Colleen Dyck and Daniel Fewster found themselves in front of news cameras again, drawing fresh attention to a policy initiative they call Debbie’s Law.
Local News Mar 22, 2026 Seminar to Guide Philanthropists on Leaving a Lasting Legacy Cameron Rennie of Niverville understands the importance of philanthropy. More specifically, he and his team at IG Private Wealth Management understand the importance of gifts that keep on giving.
Local News Mar 01, 2018 Family-Run Pietro’s Pizza Opens in IDC The start of a new year is often seen as an opportunity for change and new beginnings. One of those new beginnings recently came to Île-des-Chênes in a tasty way.
Local News Mar 01, 2018 Council Takes Critical Look at Niverville’s Main Street On February 8, Niverville’s town council held a public open house at the south end of the arena to introduce aspects of a functional design study proposed for Niverville’s Main Street. The study encompasses the section of Provincial Highway 311 stretching from Krahn Road to Sixth Avenue.
Local News Mar 01, 2018 New Bothwell For some, the true meaning of rural life is living right in the heart of the prairie, gazing up at the dark, starry skies without the distraction of city lights, and taking in the sights and sounds of farmers at work in their nearby fields. That’s New Bothwell.
Local News Mar 01, 2018 Niverville Dubbed Manitoba’s fastest growing community, Niverville lies just 20 minutes south of Winnipeg’s perimeter. Along with unprecedented growth, this town of nearly 5,000 is quickly becoming a regional hub for commerce, health, and wellness.
Local News Mar 01, 2018 St. Adolphe St. Adolphe is a quaint community along the Red River. Its francophone roots are still evident, having been originally settled by the Metis in the mid-nineteenth century.
Local News Mar 01, 2018 Ste. Agathe Located just twenty minutes south of Winnipeg, Ste. Agathe provides a peaceful repose for those looking for a home in the heart of nature. Here, the winding Red River provides an authentic riverfront experience, accessible from anywhere in town.
Local News Mar 01, 2018 Open For Business The communities south of Winnipeg are continuing to experience a residential boom, with growth on the rise. The RM of Ritchot’s population has jumped 21.9 percent in the last five years, and Niverville is almost certain to be the next Manitoba town to achieve city status.
Local News Mar 01, 2018 Grande Pointe Grande Pointe is a community so close to the city that it almost feels like a suburb. Just minutes from the south perimeter on Highway 59, this picturesque spot to put down roots lies on the banks of the tranquil Seine River.
