Shirley Skirten This trumpeter swan was among five that were spotted in the waters near Point Park yesterday–a sure sign spring is on its way. Some Canada geese also were reported there this past week.
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Nicholas Donaldson St. Michael’s School students revealed their crime-fighting alter egos as they participated in “Superhero Day” this morning. All students were encouraged to dress up as their favourite superhero by donning their mask and cape.
The Associated PressDoug Ferguson PALM HARBOR, Fla.–Tiger Woods won’t be at the Arnold Palmer Invitational next week and still doesn’t know when he will play again. Woods announced on his website last night that ongoing rest and rehabilitation on his back will keep him away from Bay Hill and the […]
The Associated Press PALM HARBOR, Fla.–Jim Herman was persuaded to play the Valspar Championship by an influential acquaintance, and he made it pay off yesterday with a nine-under 62 for a two-shot lead. No, it wasn’t U.S. President Donald Trump this time. Herman wasn’t getting much out of his game–three […]
The Canadian Press VANCOUVER–Margaret Mitchell, a former New Democrat MP who became a leading voice in raising awareness about domestic abuse, died Wednesday. She was 92. Mitchell represented the riding of Vancouver East from 1979-93. New Democrat MP Nathan Cullen paid tribute to Mitchell in the House of Commons in […]
A cutline on Page 2 of yesterday’s Daily Bulletin misidentified a St. Michael’s student as Sydney Keller. In fact, her name should have read Sydney Kellar. The Times regrets any disappointment or inconvenience this error may have caused.
The Canadian PressJoan Bryden OTTAWA–Justin Trudeau’s government wants the Supreme Court of Canada’s advice on a bill aimed at preventing genetic discrimination after the prime minister failed to persuade his own Liberal backbenchers that it’s unconstitutional. Just one day after 104 Liberals joined forces with Conservative and New Democrat MPs […]
The Associated PressDavid Sharp PORTLAND, Maine–Gone are the days when cyclists had to put away their bikes for the winter. These days, hard-core riders are staying outdoors year-round thanks to “fat bikes” that allow them to conquer winter’s worst instead of staying indoors on a stationary bike. The bikes, with […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO–A frantic search for a four-year-old girl who disappeared when her family car was stolen from the driveway of her Toronto home ended this morning when she was reunited with her parents after going missing for more than three hours. Toronto police said the girl was discovered […]
Staff A month ago, the thought of a Fort Frances Lakers-Thunder Bay North Stars first-round playoff matchup would have been preposterous. Now it’s getting ever so close to becoming a reality–and the Lakers may have gone from seeing “Stars” earlier in the season to wishing on them. Matt Tustin and […]
The Canadian PressGregory Strong ST. JOHN’S, N.L.–The pre-tournament favourites are playing like contenders this week at the Tim Hortons Brier. The round-robin essentially has gone as expected at Mile One Centre, with top skips like Brad Gushue, Kevin Koe, Mike McEwen, and Brad Jacobs battling for position near the top […]
The Canadian Press An United Nations’ agency has issued a warning about the environmental health of Canada’s largest national park. UNESCO says Wood Buffalo National Park in northern Alberta is threatened by energy development, hydro dams, and poor management. Water levels also in the region are dropping, preventing First Nations’ […]
