WINNIPEGTHEFT

God forbid that news breaks out in front of the cameras of Winnipeg’s three television news stations. It just spoils everything. Reporters and cameramen for CKY, Global and CBC T.V.were on the steps of the Manitoba Law Courts getting reaction to the sentencing of murderer Corey Spence who killed Phil Haiart five days before turning 18. Full Story… The Black Rod

Myth: Corey Edward Spence — found guilty of second-degree murder in connection with the killing of Phil Haiart — got life in prison this week. Full Story… By TOM BRODBECK

An Ashern man who threatened to kill several members of the local RCMP detachment has been banished from town for two years. Full Story… By DEAN PRITCHARD, SUN MEDIA

A Portage la Prairie area couple have pleaded guilty to animal cruelty charges after they fit a pony with a bit and bridle and neglected to remove the gear as the animal grew to maturity. Full Story… By DEAN PRITCHARD, SUN MEDIA

A downtown nightclub, the scene of a Nov. 18 stabbing death and Oct. 21 shooting that injured four people, remains closed as police continue to hunt for the suspected killer and alleged gunman. Full Story… By Bruce Owen, Winnipeg Free Press