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WINNIPEG — Since Manitoba’s tougher laws on distracting driving came into effect November 1, 237 drivers have had their licence suspended for a minimum three-day period.
Manitoba Public Insurance says Winnipeg police apprehended 149 drivers, while the RCMP and Brandon police reported that 67 and 21 drivers, respectively, were charged for using hand-operated electronic devices while driving.
By Kelly Geraldine Malone, The Canadian Press
WINNIPEG – When the first big snow dump covered Winnipeg this week, the developers of a new phone app put their technology to the test.
“You can think of it as Uber for snow removal,” said OnTheStep founder Buhle Mwanza, referring to the ride-hailing app.
WINNIPEG — Most Canadians will receive an alert message today in some form or another during a test of the Alert Ready system at 1:55 p.m. CT.
The last nationwide test took place in May, sending mixed signals and only reaching a fraction of the population.
Rogers Communications is enhancing wireless service in Manitoba by upgrading infrastructure in eight locations throughout the province.
Areas to see service improvements include South Transcona, Linden Woods, Beliveau, Provencher Boulevard, King Edward Street and Powell Avenue in Winnipeg, as well as Falcon Lake, Woodridge and Neepawa.
WINNIPEG — An ill-timed selfie has landed a man behind bars, but not for Highway Traffic Act violations.
Winnipeg police were on patrol in the area of Portage Avenue at Edmonton Street at around 1 a.m. Tuesday when they noticed a man driving while taking a selfie using both hands.
WINNIPEG — The newest wireless carrier to flip the switch in Manitoba is allowing customers to roll over unused data to the next month.
Xplore Mobile will launch November 14 on an established 4G LTE+ network and has opened retail outlets in both Winnipeg and Brandon.
WINNIPEG — If you choose to text and drive in Manitoba, it will now cost you much more than only a fine.
Beginning today, those caught using a hand-held electronic device behind the wheel will automatically receive a three-day licence suspension. Motorists will also be slapped with a $672 fine — up from a $203 fine previously — and five demerits.
WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government has taken the gloves off and introduced tougher penalties for motorists who choose to text and drive.
Beginning November 1, a first-time offence for distracted driving will cost you $672 — up from a $203 fine previously.
