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First Nations leader pledges action after rail service resumes by Lytton, B.C.
LYTTON, B.C. - One of two rail companies with routes through Lytton, B.C., says it has resumed service after a wildfire devastated the village last week, a move one First Nations leader says he's will...
Jul 06, 2021
Eric Adams wins Democratic primary in NYC’s mayoral race
NEW YORK (AP) - Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams has won the Democratic primary for mayor of New York City after appealing to the political center and promising to strike the right balance betwee...
Jul 06, 2021
Development permit granted to turn service building into supportive housing
NANAIMO - The process of turning a vital hub for Nanaimo's homeless into supportive housing is going ahead. Councillors approved a development permit and housing agreement for 285 Prideaux St. on Mond...
Jul 06, 2021
Calgary Stampede will require proof of vaccination for music venue
Calgary Stampede organizers say proof of vaccination will be required to get into one popular live-music venue when the 10-day cowboy festival starts Friday. "We will require guests to show proof of v...
Jul 06, 2021
Toronto FC hopeful that Altidore impasse will soon come to a resolution
It appears Toronto FC captain Michael Bradley, like most everyone else, is on the outside looking it when it comes to Jozy Altidore's impasse with the MLS club. Bradley, whose finger is usually on the...
Jul 06, 2021
First Nations leader pledges action after rail service resumes by Lytton, B.C., area
LYTTON - One of two rail companies with routes through Lytton, B.C., says it has resumed service after a wildfire devastated the village last week, a move one First Nations leader says he's willing to...
Jul 06, 2021
Italy beats Spain on penalties, reaches Euro 2020 final
LONDON - Jorginho converted the decisive penalty kick Tuesday to give Italy a 4-2 shootout win over Spain and a spot in the European Championship final. The midfielder took a trademark hop at the end ...
Jul 06, 2021
American receiver Quan Bray among seven players suspended by the Montreal Alouettes
MONTREAL - American receiver Quan Bray was among seven players suspended Tuesday by the Montreal Alouettes. Bray was arrested in February 2020 in Texas while travelling in an SUV that contained over 7...
Jul 06, 2021
Canada's first Inuk governor general, Mary Simon, sparks hope for new relationship
OTTAWA - First Nations, Inuit and Mtis leaders are applauding the appointment of Mary Simon as Canada's first Indigenous governor general, saying they are excited at the chance to build stronger bridg...
Jul 06, 2021
SDRCC chosen by federal government to implement new Canadian safe sport mechanism
OTTAWA - The Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada has been selected by the federal government to implement a new initiative to prevent abuse in sport. Minister of Canadian Heritage Steven Guilbea...
Jul 06, 2021