The Canadian Press MONTREAL–Quebec’s long-gun registry doesn’t infringe on federal jurisdiction, says a judge who has rejected a motion seeking to see it shelved. The National Firearms Association, in conjunction with a Quebec-based pro-gun lobby group, had argued in court the province was wading into federal territory when it passed […]
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The Canadian PressAllison Jones TORONTO–Ontario politicians yesterday took the unusual step of using time in the legislature to unanimously condemn a law passed by Quebec that bans anyone from giving or receiving public services with their face covered. Premier Kathleen Wynne said Ontario and Quebec have a very close working […]
The Associated PressJay Cohen CHICAGO–When it was over, when Los Angeles finally had secured another trip to the World Series and Enrique Hernandez’s three big swings had become a part of playoff lore, the emotional utilityman just wanted to give his dad a big hug. It was one sweet performance […]
Staff The Muskie boys’ volleyball teams both endured marathon matches here yesterday. Unfortunately, opposite outcomes resulted. Trailing two sets to one, the juniors rallied for a 3-2 win over the Dryden Eagles to improve to 5-1 in NorWOSSA play. But the senior squad lost 3-2 to the Eagles to drop […]
The Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association will hold its next cattle sale Saturday, Oct. 21 starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Stratton sales barn. For more info, contact barn manager James Gibson at 487-2731 or 271-2005 (cell), via e-mail at katjames24.kg@gmail.com, or call the sales barn at 483-5354. The “Luncheon of […]
The Canadian PressDonna Spencer Calgary Stampeders who have played both offence and defence in games during their football careers feel a bit envious of Duron Carter. The Saskatchewan Roughriders’ star receiver will start on defence at cornerback in tonight’s game against Calgary. Roughriders’ coach Chris Jones said the absence of […]
The Associated PressJosh Dubow OAKLAND, Calif.–Wins have been so hard to come by for the Oakland Raiders that it took three tries at the final play for them finally to pull this one out and possibly save their season. Derek Carr threw a two-yard touchdown pass to Michael Crabtree on […]
The Canadian Press VANCOUVER–A pig with personality is searching for a forever farm after being seized during a cruelty investigation in British Columbia. The B.C. Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says “Lyle,” a two-year-old black pig, was fearful and didn’t want to be touched when he was taken […]
It will be mostly cloudy tonight, with a couple of showers. Look for an overnight a low of 12 C (54 F). Tomorrow will see a chance of afternoon showers, with a high of 19 (66) and low around four (39). Morning showers are likely Sunday, along with a high […]
The Associated PressMatt Carlson CHICAGO–The Edmonton Oilers haven’t gotten off to the start they wanted–and just about everyone expected. Last night, they used sharp goaltending from Cam Talbot, a more energetic effort, and a late break to inch in the right direction. Mark Letestu scored on a power play with […]
Mike Behan The Muskie senior girls’ basketball team played solid defence in the opening quarter of their NorWOSSA showdown yesterday afternoon against the visiting Dryden Eagles. But the black-and-gold couldn’t keep it up, eventually falling 46-33 to remain winless in league play (0-6) so far this season.
Nicholas Donaldson Work has begun at the future site of the consolidated St. Francis and St. Michael’s School north of the current St. Francis location. Despite the heavy winds kicking up large amounts of dust at the site on Wednesday, some surveying work was being done as crews prepare for […]
