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For George Floyd, a complicated life and a notorious death
HOUSTON - Years before a bystander's video of George Floyd's last moments turned his name into a global cry for justice, Floyd trained a camera on himself. "I just want to speak to you all real quick,...
Jun 11, 2020
Soaring temperatures expected for opening of parks, beaches
Some much-needed sunshine is on the way after a cool, wet spring, with temperatures heading into the 30's this weekend.Surging temperatures across the province are timely as the government is allowing...
Jun 11, 2020
Change of venue for Melfort Canada Day fireworks display
The planned Canada Day fireworks display will still go on, but the organizing committee is announcing a change in venue.The event will take place at Stone Gate on Saskatchewan Drive, south of McDonald...
Jun 11, 2020
Murder suspect makes first court appearance
A man charged with second-degree murder in connection to the death of Dylan Chretien just outside Prince Albert city limits appeared by phone for his first court appearance Thursday morning. Brandon S...
Jun 11, 2020
Raider blueliner recognized among Canada's best
Nolan Allan has been recognized among 46 players invited to attend Canada's National Men's Summer Under-18 Team selection camp.In a typical year, this group of players would be evaluated to choose Can...
Jun 11, 2020
Tisdale reopening parks, Handibus services resuming
The Town of Tisdale has announced a couple of COVID-19 related updates.All town parks will officially reopen on Friday, June 12, as per the provincial government's announcement.The Tisdale Handibus wi...
Jun 11, 2020
Immigration application system set for massive revamp in wake of COVID-19
OTTAWA - A complete overhaul of how Canada processes immigration applications is in the works as the federal government braces for a post-COVID-19 surge in demand for migration to Canada. The federal ...
Jun 11, 2020
NHL training camps set to open July 10, if medical and safety conditions allow
TORONTO - The NHL and the NHL Players' Association have announced that training camps will open July 10, provided medical and safety conditions allow and the parties reach an agreement on resuming pla...
Jun 11, 2020
Milley says he was wrong to accompany Trump on church walk
WASHINGTON - Army Gen. Mark Milley, the nation's top military officer, said Thursday he was wrong to accompany President Donald Trump on a walk through Lafayette Square that ended in a photo op at a c...
Jun 11, 2020
Relay at Home
On Saturday, June 13, 2020 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Relay participants across Canada will come together to Relay At Home, our reimagined virtual event that you can enjoy from the comfort of home. Withinte...
Jun 11, 2020