Ben Waldman
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Winnipeg Free Press arts reporter, theatre appreciator, music enjoyer, book considerer, film ponderer, bagel eater
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Incredibly honoured to write this obituary for the one and only Aganetha Dyck 🐝 www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-lif...
Winnipeg artist’s collaborations with the hive mind proved sweet
Aganetha Dyck saw art in the everyday, the domestic, the small. Nowhere was that more evident than in her internationally recognized work with live honeybees. The Winnipeg-based artist would place fou...
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July 24, 2025 at 2:46 AM
Incredibly honoured to write this obituary for the one and only Aganetha Dyck 🐝 www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-lif...
after several months of pretty challenging depression, i'm turning the corner. it's always a beautiful moment when the medicine connects, and suddenly the music sounds better, the laughs come easier and the apartment stays cleaner.
thank you to everybody who's been here: you're the reason I am
thank you to everybody who's been here: you're the reason I am
a cartoon of a man holding a skateboard with the words cowabunga dudes below him
ALT: a cartoon of a man holding a skateboard with the words cowabunga dudes below him
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July 15, 2025 at 4:34 AM
after several months of pretty challenging depression, i'm turning the corner. it's always a beautiful moment when the medicine connects, and suddenly the music sounds better, the laughs come easier and the apartment stays cleaner.
thank you to everybody who's been here: you're the reason I am
thank you to everybody who's been here: you're the reason I am
#nowreading adele wiseman's 'the sacrifice'
July 14, 2025 at 3:42 AM
#nowreading adele wiseman's 'the sacrifice'
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has any jewish person ever experienced anxiety before, or am i the first?
March 14, 2025 at 3:49 AM
has any jewish person ever experienced anxiety before, or am i the first?
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After 17 years at the helm of the Winnipeg Art Gallery, Stephen Borys is stepping into a new field: consulting.
Longtime WAG CEO departs to start consulting firm
‘I see it as a very natural transition’
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July 14, 2025 at 1:13 AM
After 17 years at the helm of the Winnipeg Art Gallery, Stephen Borys is stepping into a new field: consulting.
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Yves Jarvis All Cylinders has been nominated for the #Polaris2025 #AlbumShortList, and will perform live at the Concert on Sept 16! 15%-Off Tix at link in Bio.
CBC presents the 2025 Polaris Music Prize. This year's Short List is presented by FACTOR.
CBC presents the 2025 Polaris Music Prize. This year's Short List is presented by FACTOR.
July 10, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Yves Jarvis All Cylinders has been nominated for the #Polaris2025 #AlbumShortList, and will perform live at the Concert on Sept 16! 15%-Off Tix at link in Bio.
CBC presents the 2025 Polaris Music Prize. This year's Short List is presented by FACTOR.
CBC presents the 2025 Polaris Music Prize. This year's Short List is presented by FACTOR.
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I didn’t know Brendan Berg well, but he was always beyond kind whenever we crossed paths.
According to friends, meaningful connection was a common thread for the Royal Canoe bassist and his partner, Olivia Michalczuk.
According to friends, meaningful connection was a common thread for the Royal Canoe bassist and his partner, Olivia Michalczuk.
Family, friends and fans are mourning the unexpected loss of two influential figures in Winnipeg’s music community.
Winnipeg's music community mourns loss of two of its own
Family, friends and fans are mourning the unexpected loss of two influential figures in Winnipeg’s music community.
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July 4, 2025 at 2:40 AM
I didn’t know Brendan Berg well, but he was always beyond kind whenever we crossed paths.
According to friends, meaningful connection was a common thread for the Royal Canoe bassist and his partner, Olivia Michalczuk.
According to friends, meaningful connection was a common thread for the Royal Canoe bassist and his partner, Olivia Michalczuk.
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Family, friends and fans are mourning the unexpected loss of two influential figures in Winnipeg’s music community.
Winnipeg's music community mourns loss of two of its own
Family, friends and fans are mourning the unexpected loss of two influential figures in Winnipeg’s music community.
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July 3, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Family, friends and fans are mourning the unexpected loss of two influential figures in Winnipeg’s music community.
Olivia could only tell it like it was, and anybody who met them could immediately see their immense intelligence, care and quick wit. Brendan was impossibly kind. Whenever he chatted with anyone, they were the centre of his attention. I feel very lucky to have known them. An immense loss for so many
July 3, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Olivia could only tell it like it was, and anybody who met them could immediately see their immense intelligence, care and quick wit. Brendan was impossibly kind. Whenever he chatted with anyone, they were the centre of his attention. I feel very lucky to have known them. An immense loss for so many
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Polaris is incredibly sadden to hear of the tragic passing of juror Olivia Michalczuk and their partner Brendan Berg of the band Royal Canoe. Polaris extends our deepest sympathies to both Olivia and Brendan's family, friends and the music lovers they touched with their enthusiasm and care.
July 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Polaris is incredibly sadden to hear of the tragic passing of juror Olivia Michalczuk and their partner Brendan Berg of the band Royal Canoe. Polaris extends our deepest sympathies to both Olivia and Brendan's family, friends and the music lovers they touched with their enthusiasm and care.
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The barricades are down at Portage Avenue and Main Street and Winnipeg’s landmark intersection will soon be officially open to pedestrian traffic for the first time in more than four decades.
‘Felt great, but also unremarkable:’ pedestrians cross Portage and Main as city preps for official opening
The barricades are down at Portage Avenue and Main Street and Winnipeg’s landmark intersection will soon be officially open to pedestrian traffic for the first time in more than four decades.
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June 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The barricades are down at Portage Avenue and Main Street and Winnipeg’s landmark intersection will soon be officially open to pedestrian traffic for the first time in more than four decades.
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Pedestrians will legally cross Portage Avenue and Main Street before the end of next week.
One small step for pedestrians, one giant leap for Portage and Main
Pedestrians will legally cross Portage Avenue and Main Street before the end of next week.
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June 19, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Pedestrians will legally cross Portage Avenue and Main Street before the end of next week.
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The city will turn a four-block stretch of Graham Avenue into a living lab when Winnipeg Transit’s network overhaul pulls buses off the downtown street.
Graham Avenue stretch to get pedestrian, bike-only trial when buses vanish
The city will turn a four-block stretch of Graham Avenue into a living lab when Winnipeg Transit’s network overhaul pulls buses off the downtown street.
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June 20, 2025 at 11:40 PM
The city will turn a four-block stretch of Graham Avenue into a living lab when Winnipeg Transit’s network overhaul pulls buses off the downtown street.
so many so willingly speak the language of war
June 22, 2025 at 9:11 AM
so many so willingly speak the language of war
always so excited to see what mr. panahi has created <3
Breaking News: The Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival was awarded to the Iranian drama “Un Simple Accident” by Jafar Panahi.
Iranian Movie Shot in Secret Wins Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival
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May 24, 2025 at 9:29 PM
always so excited to see what mr. panahi has created <3
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Incredible. Magical. Historical. Describe it however you want. A comeback for the ages has the Winnipeg Jets moving on to the second round.
‘Absolutely amazing’ Jets advance with comeback for the ages
Incredible. Magical. Historical. Describe it however you want. A comeback for the ages has the Winnipeg Jets moving on to the second round.
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May 5, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Incredible. Magical. Historical. Describe it however you want. A comeback for the ages has the Winnipeg Jets moving on to the second round.
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The '81 #NHLJets were fuelled by Monster Cookies, boozy Orange Slush, Crab Dip and Biff a la Lindström, according to a vintage cookbook published by the club.
Find recipes for a throwback game-day feast in today's @winnipegfreepress.com ⬇️
Find recipes for a throwback game-day feast in today's @winnipegfreepress.com ⬇️
Score in the kitchen with recipes from Winnipeg Jets 1981 cookbook
In the NHL’s 1981-82 Norris Division semi-finals, 19-year-old Dale Hawerchuk scored eight points as his Winnipeg Jets were defeated in a best-of-five by (checks Hockey-Reference.com) … the St. Louis…
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April 30, 2025 at 4:42 PM
The '81 #NHLJets were fuelled by Monster Cookies, boozy Orange Slush, Crab Dip and Biff a la Lindström, according to a vintage cookbook published by the club.
Find recipes for a throwback game-day feast in today's @winnipegfreepress.com ⬇️
Find recipes for a throwback game-day feast in today's @winnipegfreepress.com ⬇️
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The Free Press is looking to speak today to Manitobans who are travelling to Rome to attend Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday.
To share your story, contact our reporter by email at nicole.buffie@winnipegfreepress.com or by phone at 204-891-4633.
To share your story, contact our reporter by email at nicole.buffie@winnipegfreepress.com or by phone at 204-891-4633.
April 23, 2025 at 5:14 PM
The Free Press is looking to speak today to Manitobans who are travelling to Rome to attend Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday.
To share your story, contact our reporter by email at nicole.buffie@winnipegfreepress.com or by phone at 204-891-4633.
To share your story, contact our reporter by email at nicole.buffie@winnipegfreepress.com or by phone at 204-891-4633.
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Very proud to see our childcare project recognized by the National Newspaper Awards! Congratulations to all the incredible finalists.
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Free Press reporters nominated for investigative series
Two Free Press reporters have been nominated for a National Newspaper Award for their months-long investigation into the state of child care in Manitoba and related underlying issues. The six-part ser...
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March 19, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Very proud to see our childcare project recognized by the National Newspaper Awards! Congratulations to all the incredible finalists.
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I spent weeks combing through Manitoba's homegrown food industry so you don't have to!
This @winnipegfreepress.com grocery guide isn't all-encompassing, but includes a wide range of sources for local produce, protein, dairy, grains, beverages, snacks and condiments.
This @winnipegfreepress.com grocery guide isn't all-encompassing, but includes a wide range of sources for local produce, protein, dairy, grains, beverages, snacks and condiments.
Made in Manitoba: A guide to locally produced goods
Maple leaf stickers, new “Product of Canada” signage and shoppers squinting at food labels to suss out the country of origin: In the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada,…
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March 19, 2025 at 5:23 PM
I spent weeks combing through Manitoba's homegrown food industry so you don't have to!
This @winnipegfreepress.com grocery guide isn't all-encompassing, but includes a wide range of sources for local produce, protein, dairy, grains, beverages, snacks and condiments.
This @winnipegfreepress.com grocery guide isn't all-encompassing, but includes a wide range of sources for local produce, protein, dairy, grains, beverages, snacks and condiments.
has any jewish person ever experienced anxiety before, or am i the first?
March 14, 2025 at 3:49 AM
has any jewish person ever experienced anxiety before, or am i the first?
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A Marion Warhaft review could make or break a restaurant.
Incognito and incomparable
Oldest-school influencer and restaurant critic helped form and inform Winnipeg’s food scene
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March 11, 2025 at 9:55 PM
A Marion Warhaft review could make or break a restaurant.
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Manitoba’s education minister wants to bring in school board campaign fundraising and reporting rules that would hold trustee hopefuls to a higher standard #mbed #wfp www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews...
Proposed law sets out fundraising rules for school board elections
Manitoba’s education minister wants to bring in school board campaign fundraising and reporting rules that would hold trustee hopefuls to a higher standard. Unlike during municipal, provincial and fed...
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March 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Manitoba’s education minister wants to bring in school board campaign fundraising and reporting rules that would hold trustee hopefuls to a higher standard #mbed #wfp www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews...
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Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s Jekyll & Hyde takes dance lovers on a one-way joyride into depravity, with a ferocious intensity seldom witnessed on the Centennial Concert Hall stage.
Dual triumph
Jekyll & Hyde a delightfully dark, visceral ballet
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March 7, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s Jekyll & Hyde takes dance lovers on a one-way joyride into depravity, with a ferocious intensity seldom witnessed on the Centennial Concert Hall stage.
there's a difference between eretz, am and medina, and medina came most recently.
March 5, 2025 at 4:42 AM
there's a difference between eretz, am and medina, and medina came most recently.