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K’Andre Miller scores twice to lift Rangers over Capitals 5-1
NEW YORK (AP) - K'Andre Miller scored two goals and added an assist to lead the New York Rangers to a 5-1 win over the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night. Igor Shesterkin made 26 saves for New Yor...
Dec 27, 2023
Batherson's two-goal effort leads Senators past Maple Leafs 4-2 in Battle of Ontario
TORONTO - Drake Batherson scored two goals in leading the Ottawa Senators to a 4-2 come-from-behind win over the Toronto Maple Leafs in the Battle of Ontario Wednesday night. Parker Kelly and Brady Tk...
Dec 27, 2023
OG Anunoby, Pascal Siakam help Raptors snap road slide with 132-102 rout of Wizards
WASHINGTON (AP) - OG Anunoby scored 26 points, Pascal Siakam had 22 points and 11 assists, and the Toronto Raptors eased past the Washington Wizards 132-102 on Wednesday night. Scottie Barnes had 20 p...
Dec 27, 2023
Union warns of possible B.C. bus disruptions in January as sides begin mediation
BURNABY, B.C. - The union representing some transit employees in British Columbia's Lower Mainland says disruptions could happen in January after members voted 100 per cent in favour of a strike manda...
Dec 27, 2023
New year brings new rules on asbestos and injury for some workers in B.C.
VICTORIA - Some British Columbia workers will be ringing in changes on Jan. 1, including new rules for those who work with asbestos and other requirements to help injured employees get back on the job...
Dec 27, 2023
New system, teammates: Nikita Zadorov adjusting to life after a month as a Canuck
VANCOUVER - Nikita Zadorov has been a Vancouver Canuck for nearly a month and says the adjustment has been smooth. Zadorov was a surprising acquisition for the Vancouver Canucks at the end of November...
Dec 27, 2023
Top stories of 2023: Viral stories highlight Island's popular people and events
NANAIMO - A number of local stories touched our readers in a variety of ways, whether it be through humour, heartache, or overcoming amazing obstacles.Despite challenges for Canadian news media and so...
Dec 27, 2023
Even at 36, Sidney Crosby remains the gold standard for NHL players
In a league where young, skilful players like Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews and Connor Bedard are dazzling fans and grabbing headlines, 36-year-old Sidney Crosby is still the gold standard for many ...
Dec 27, 2023
Vancouver food delivery workers stabbed after seizing Facebook Marketplace thief: VPD
Vancouver Police are commending the bravery of two food delivery workers who were stabbed when they intervened in an attempted robbery stemming from a Facebook Marketplace sale. VPD Sgt. Steve Addison...
Dec 27, 2023
Macklin Celebrini's five-point performance leads Canada over Latvia at world juniors
GOTHENBURG, Sweden - Macklin Celebrini had a goal and four assists as Canada hammered Latvia 10-0 at the world junior hockey championship on Wednesday. Conor Geekie and Carson Rehkopf, with two each, ...
Dec 27, 2023