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City of Melfort ‘disgusted’ with washroom vandalism, says future of facilities may be in doubt
It was one day after the City of Melfort re-opened its playgrounds to the public when vandalism struck.The washroom at Spruce Haven Park was trashed on the inside and spray painted on the outside duri...
Jun 14, 2020
One new COVID-19 case in Sask. as total moves to 665
The trickle of new COVID-19 cases continues in Saskatchewan with one additional case to add to the total which has now reached 665.The provincial government reported Sunday the new case was from Saska...
Jun 14, 2020
Chief of N.B. First Nation asks community not to speak to media about shooting
MIRAMICHI, N.B. - The chief of a New Brunswick First Nation has asked members of his community to refrain from speaking to the media about a police shooting Friday that claimed the...
Jun 14, 2020
The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada
The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 11:34 a.m. on June 14, 2020: There are 98,733 confirmed and presumptive cases in Canada. _ Quebec: 53,952 confirmed (incl...
Jun 14, 2020
P.A. ambulance crews respond to crash with animal and non-motorized incidents
Parkland Ambulance Paramedics responded to almost 100 incidents between Friday night and Sunday morning, including a crash involving wildlife and people getting hurt while on non-motorized vehicles.Ac...
Jun 14, 2020
Youppi!, Canadiens', Expos' legendary mascot, enters Mascot Hall of Fame
Youppi!, the Montreal Canadiens' official mascot, has become the first character from a Canadian-based club to be inducted into The Mascot Hall of Fame. In a virtual ceremony on Sunday, the furry oran...
Jun 14, 2020
Migrant workers hold virtual rally seeking full immigration status
TORONTO - A group supporting migrant workers held a virtual rally Sunday that called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to immediately extend full immigration status for all non-permanent residents. The...
Jun 14, 2020
Demonstration marks one year since adoption of Quebec's secularism law
MONTREAL - A demonstration is being held to in Montreal to mark the first anniversary of the passing of Quebec's controversial secularism law, known as Bill 21. Those opposed to the legislation gather...
Jun 14, 2020
Jim Popp says he has fond memories of working together with Don Matthews
The Don is gone, but will never be forgotten by Jim Popp. Don Matthews, one of the most prolific coaches in CFL history, died three years ago Sunday - June 14, 2017 - at the age of 77. ...
Jun 14, 2020
Wildfire near Prince Albert prompts rapid response
Crews with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) were on the ground today, dealing with containment after a human-caused wildfire north west of Prince Albert yesterday. It sparked just west of ...
Jun 14, 2020