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Blue Bombers Linebacker Adam Bighill Happy to Help Kids with Facial Differences

November 7, 2018 05:10 PM in The Canadian Press • 0 Comments

By Judy Owen, The Canadian Press

WINNIPEG – Adam Bighill is happy and satisfied every time he hauls down a quarterback or knocks the ball out of an opponent’s hands.

But those feats don’t top the list of accomplishments for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers middle linebacker, who was voted the CFL team’s most outstanding player and top defensive player. Helping shy children with facial differences look people in the eye, smile and speak confidently is what makes him as proud as any of his football achievements.

Investors Group Field Set to Be Renamed After Company Rebrands

October 31, 2018 11:49 AM in Sports • 0 Comments

WINNIPEG — No matter what they choose to rename it, football fans will still call the Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ stadium “IG Field.”

Investors Group Field — also home to the U of M Bisons football team — will soon undergo a name change, after the company whose name adorns all venue signage, rebranded itself.

Blue Bombers’ Stadium a Losing Game: Jackman-Atkinson

October 27, 2018 08:15 AM in Columns • 0 Comments

By Kate Jackman-Atkinson, Neepawa Banner & Press

NEEPAWA, Man. — Our roads are in shambles and Manitobans are concerned about cutbacks to health care, yet last month, the provincial government announced that it is writing off $82 million in loans to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

The loans are related to the construction of the Bombers’ new stadium, Investors Group Field, and are part of a saga that has been filled with nothing but bad news for taxpayers.

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Toy Drive Kicks Off at Winnipeg Blue Bombers Game

October 26, 2018 10:00 AM in Sports • 0 Comments

Heading to tonight’s Winnipeg Blue Bombers game? Pack a toy for the kids.

The Salvation Army’s annual Toy Mountain campaign kicks off early this year with support from the Winnipeg police, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service, Retired Firefighters Association, and the Blue Bombers.

Blue Bombers Sign Winnipeg OL Geoff Gray

October 15, 2018 10:06 AM in Sports • 0 Comments

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are shoring up their offensive line by bringing in city product Geoff Gray.

The Winnipeg native and former University of Manitoba Bison was selected by the Bombers eighth overall in the 2017 CFL Draft.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers Slash Prices for Some Concessions, Parking

September 17, 2018 12:50 PM in Sports • 0 Comments

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have reduced the prices on some stadium concessions and parking for the remainder of the season.

Based on fan feedback, the Bombers have introduced a new $3 menu featuring hot dogs, perogies, spring rolls and a vegetarian chili bowl, and bottled water for $3 including taxes. The lower prices also extend to hot chocolate, coffee, and 12 oz fountain pop for $2.50.

Blue Bombers’ Banjo Bowl Game Sold Out

September 5, 2018 08:51 AM in Sports • 0 Comments

If you didn’t already snag a ticket for Saturday’s Banjo Bowl at Investors Group Field, better luck next year.

The annual Winnipeg Blue Bombers-Saskatchewan Roughriders tilt on September 8 is sold out.

Blue Bomber Legends Reminiscing in Hall of Fame Tour

August 20, 2018 09:00 PM in Sports • 0 Comments

CFL greats and Winnipeg Blue Bombers alumni are greeting fans Tuesday and Wednesday at events in Winnipeg and Brandon.

Milt Stegall, Chris Walby, and Dieter Brock are appearing at Princess Auto on Panet Road from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. tomorrow.

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