The Associated PressStephen Hawkins ARLINGTON, Tex.–Carlos Gomez was munching on a doughnut and a piece of watermelon simultaneously before the game, when he predicted he would hit a home run. Then there was the recording of a rooster call the Texas centre-fielder wanted played for one of his teammates. Turns […]
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The Canadian Press TORONTO–The Toronto Raptors believe they landed one of the most versatile defenders in last night’s NBA draft when injured forward OG Anunoby fell to No. 23. “Obviously if he doesn’t have that injury, I don’t think we have a shot,” said Raptors’ president Masai Ujiri. The 6’8″ […]
Kiera Kowalski Alyssa Clendenning received her diploma from Fort Frances High School principal Bill Daley during graduation ceremonies yesterday evening at the Ice For Kids Arena. After the diplomas were handed out, valedictorian Mackenzie Wright delivered her address to her fellow classmates. The grads then enjoyed various activities at the […]
Joey Payeur Jake Vandenbrand of the Stratton Eagles got a hold of this pitch against the host Couchiching Raiders in Rainy River District Fastball League action yesterday evening. Stratton overcame an early 7-1 deficit in cruising to a 20-9 victory.
Kiera Kowalski Landon Woods, Jesse Quesnel, Brent Jourdain, Kenton Bowles, and Cole Kowalski enjoyed a game of Blackjack against dealer Todd Hamilton last night during the annual “chem-free” grad party in the ’52 Canadians Arena following the graduation ceremony. The grads also enjoyed an act by magician Chris Funk, as […]
The Canadian Press OTTAWA–A woman who wants to sue Facebook over its use of “sponsored stories” can pursue her case in British Columbia, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled today. Deborah Douez wants to file a class-action lawsuit against the social media giant over a now-defunct advertising format, which allegedly […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO–Hydro bills in Ontario are set to drop July 1 as the remainder of cuts promised by the Liberal government come into effect. Some of the cuts came into effect May 1 but as of next month, bills will be 25 percent lower than last year, on […]
The Canadian Press OTTAWA–The Liberal government says it is seeking “clarity” from the Federal Court on two aspects of a compliance order issued in May by a quasi-judicial human rights tribunal on the delivery of First Nations’ child health care. In a joint statement, Health Minister Jane Philpott and Indigenous […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO–Landlords in Ontario will be able to increase rents up to 1.8 percent next year, as rent controls are expanded under the Liberal government’s housing plan. The annual rent increase guideline is the maximum amount a landlord can boost a tenant’s rent without needing the approval of […]
The Canadian PressKristy Kirkup OTTAWA–Ontario’s chief coroner has asked an outside police force to assist Thunder Bay police in investigating the deaths of two indigenous teens that garnered national attention due to concerns levelled by First Nations’ leaders. Dr. Dirk Huyer said yesterday he asked the York Regional Police to […]
The Canadian PressBill Graveland STANDOFF, Alta.–Alberta Health Services is apologizing, and has placed an employee on administrative leave, after officials at a southern Alberta First Nation complained about a racial slur being used in a text message. The incident occurred last week during an AHS seminar for educators working on […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO–Ontario correctional workers have voted overwhelmingly to reject a government offer to extend their contracts by four years with 7.5 percent in raises. Meanwhile, 27,000 other public servants represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union have accepted an offer with the same wage hike. The Liberal […]
