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Federal judge won't block suspension of right to carry guns in some New Mexico parks, playgrounds
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) - A federal judge cleared the way Wednesday for enforcement of a public health order that suspends the right to carry guns at public parks and playgrounds in New Mexico's largest m...
Oct 11, 2023
She's playing your tune: Piper the cat looking to warm her way into your heart
NANAIMO - It's time to pay the Piper a visit!Meet Piper, a 6-year-old domestic short-haired cat looking for a place to hang her cat hat at night.While a bit shy at first, Piper will quickly warm up to...
Oct 11, 2023
B.C. First Nation 'furious' after federal government rejects order to protect owls
VANCOUVER - The chief of a British Columbia First Nation says members of his community are "furious" after the federal government reversed course on an emergency order to protect the endangered northe...
Oct 11, 2023
B.C. First Nation 'furious' after federal government rejects order to protect owls
VANCOUVER - The chief of a British Columbia First Nation says members of his community are "furious" after the federal government reversed course on an emergency order to protect the endangered northe...
Oct 11, 2023
Practice makes perfect for Raptors during nine-day break between pre-season games
TORONTO - More than a week away from live games is helping the Toronto Raptors understand the offensive and defensive schemes being introduced by new head coach Darko Rajakovic. Rajakovic said Wednesd...
Oct 11, 2023
Column: MLB's playoff format is penalizing top seeds with all that time off
The Baltimore Orioles won an AL-leading 101 games during the regular season. The Los Angeles Dodgers also reached triple digits in victories. Those impressive accomplishments earned both teams a bye i...
Oct 11, 2023
'New wave of building' in Vancouver comes as mayor makes plans to focus on more homes
VANCOUVER - The mayor of Vancouver has set out a foundation to address the housing crisis in the city, while reducing barriers to building and streamlining regulations. Ken Sim released a seven-point ...
Oct 11, 2023
Jewish group says Canadian citizen with deep Ottawa connections killed in Israel
OTTAWA - A Canadian citizen with deep connections to Canada's capital city was killed by Hamas militants in Israel, the head of the Jewish Federation of Ottawa said Wednesday. CEO Andrea Freedman said...
Oct 11, 2023
Ex-Quebec junior hockey league players plead guilty to sexual assault of teen
QUEBEC - Two former Quebec junior hockey players have pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a minor in June 2021. Massimo Siciliano and Nicolas Daigle, both 21, are former Victoriaville Tigres players...
Oct 11, 2023
Edmonton Elks to close upper bowl at Commonwealth for 2024 CFL season
EDMONTON - The Edmonton Elks say the upper bowl at Commonwealth Stadium will be closed for the 2024 CFL season. The Elks say the move is aimed at improving the atmosphere at the outdoor stadium. Once ...
Oct 11, 2023