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Terms of new contract that resolved British Columbia port dispute are released
VANCOUVER - The Canada Industrial Relations Board has released the new terms of the agreement that resolved British Columbia's port dispute, including a commitment by employers to train workers to per...
Aug 8, 2023
Yukon community of Mayo under state of emergency due to nearby fire
MAYO, YUKON - The Government of Yukon has declared a state of emergency for the Village of Mayo and the surrounding area due to a wildfire burning nearby. The community of about 450 people has been un...
Aug 8, 2023
Yankees' Boone embarrassed by his theatrical display after ejection
CHICAGO (AP) - Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he felt embarrassed by his theatrical display during an argument with plate umpire Laz Diaz after he was ejected during New York's loss to the Chicago W...
Aug 8, 2023
Cyclist hit on highway south of Ladysmith, traffic delays ensue
LADYSMITH - One person was flown to hospital for treatment following a serious collision involving a vehicle and a cyclist.A statement from BC Emergency Health Services noted it received a call on Tue...
Aug 8, 2023
Arlo the lab/golden retriever mix is a loyal and loveable fur ball
NANAIMO - Say hello, to Arlo!Arlo is a one-year-old Labrador Retriever/Golden Retriever mix, who's the perfect blend of fun and goofy.Arlo likes to greet new people and anyone who passes by with a big...
Aug 8, 2023
'There's no risk:' lightning-ignited wildfires reported in Strathcona Provincial Park
NANAIMO - Coastal Fire Centre crews are closely watching several new lightning-caused wildfires in rural sections of northern Vancouver Island. Five new small fires in Strathcona Provincial Park south...
Aug 8, 2023
Alberta minister says federal strings on electricity climate funding a 'threat'
EDMONTON - Alberta Environment and Protected Areas Minister Rebecca Schulz says Ottawa is threatening the province by suggesting it will withhold federal funding from electricity projects that don't r...
Aug 8, 2023
Jose Bautista reflects on path to level of excellence with Toronto Blue Jays
TORONTO - Jose Bautista feels the 2015 and 2016 Toronto Blue Jays seasons provided the most joy in his highlight-filled career. However, eight years later, the way the 2015 American League Championshi...
Aug 8, 2023
Blue Jays place Kiermaier on 10-day injured list, call up Lukes in return
TORONTO - The Toronto Blue Jays have placed Kevin Kiermaier on the 10-day injured list. The club says the outfield suffered a cut to his right elbow and the move is retroactive to Aug. 7. Keirmaier wa...
Aug 8, 2023
Vancouver translator reaches settlement with British Museum over unauthorized work
VANCOUVER - A Canadian translator says she's reached a settlement with the British Museum over unauthorized use of her work. Vancouver-based Yilin Wang says the museum has agreed to compensate her for...
Aug 8, 2023