COVID-19 daily updates - Wednesday, Apr. 22

1:09 p.m. Two new COVID-19 cases announced. 97 active cases overall

Public health officials advise two new cases of COVID-19 were identified as of 9:30 a.m. today, bringing the total number of lab-confirmed positive and probable positive cases in Manitoba to 257. 

The data also shows:
•    seven individuals are currently hospitalized, which includes three individuals in intensive care; 
•    97 active cases and 154 individuals who have recovered from COVID-19; and
•    the number of deaths due to COVID-19 remains at six.

There were 440 laboratory tests performed on Tuesday. A total of 21,601 tests have been performed since early February. 

Read more: COVID-19 daily updates - Wednesday, Apr. 22

COVID-19 daily updates - Tuesday, April 21

1:06 p.m. One new confirmed COVID-19 case in Manitoba

Public health officials advise one new case of COVID-19 was identified as of 9:30 a.m. today, bringing the total number of lab-confirmed positive and probable positive cases in Manitoba to 255. 


The data also shows:
•    seven individuals are currently hospitalized, which includes four individuals in intensive care; 
•    99 active cases and 150 individuals who have recovered from COVID-19; and
•    the number of deaths due to COVID-19 remains at six.

Cadham Provincial Laboratory performed 314 tests on Monday. A total of 20,319 tests have been performed since early February. 

Read more: COVID-19 daily updates - Tuesday, April 21

COVID-19 daily updates - Monday, Apr. 20

1:15 p.m. Provincial state of emergency extended 

Public health officials advise one new case of COVID-19 was identified as of 9:30 a.m. today, bringing the total number of lab-confirmed positive and probable positive cases in Manitoba to 254. In addition, a sixth death has been reported, a woman in her 80s. No other patient-specific information is available at this time.

The data also shows:
•    eight individuals are currently hospitalized, which includes five individuals in intensive care; 
•    105 active cases and 144 individuals who have recovered from COVID-19; and
•    the number of deaths due to COVID-19 is now six.

On March 20, the Manitoba government declared a provincewide state of emergency under The Emergency Measures Act, to protect the health and safety of all Manitobans and reduce the spread of COVID-19. This state of emergency is being extended for an additional 30 days. 

Read more: COVID-19 daily updates - Monday, Apr. 20

Friday, April 17, 2020 Neepawa Banner & Press

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In this week's edition, read about regional businesses that have had to close their doors and how they're finding different ways to provide their services, make sure to read Kate's last ever column, get the details on the new addition to the Carberry fire hall and much more!

Don't forget to pick up a hard copy of the Banner & Press so you don't miss out on some great deals in the flyers! In this week's, you can find Giant Tiger, depending on where you pick up your paper.

Read more: Friday, April 17, 2020 Neepawa Banner & Press

Friday, April 17, 2020 Rivers Banner

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This week, see the signs of spring, RM of Oakviews Council minutes and a small COVID-19 update.

Read more: Friday, April 17, 2020 Rivers Banner