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Judge: Michael Cohen campaign finance probe over
NEW YORK - Federal prosecutors have told a judge in New York they have concluded their investigation into campaign finance crimes committed by President Donald Trump's former lawyer, Michael Cohen. Th...
Jul 19, 2019
Australian man, U.S. woman killed in double homicide in northeastern B.C: RCMP
FORT NELSON, B.C. - RCMP in northeastern British Columbia confirm they are investigating a double homicide involving two young travellers: one from Australia, the other from the United States. Sgt. Ja...
Jul 19, 2019
Seamus O'Regan faces calls to visit Attawapiskat during state of emergency
OTTAWA - Indigenous Services Minister Seamus O'Regan faced calls Wednesday from the federal NDP to visit the northern Ontario community of Attawapiskat First Nation so he can ...
Jul 19, 2019
‘Zach is beaming from ear to ear’ after successful tournament
The Zach Cook Memorial Charity Slo-Pitch Tournament had such a fitting ending on Saturday, that his mother Donna feels that Zach "had something to do with it" from heaven. On Zach Cook Field at Lakela...
Jul 19, 2019 Donna and Jim Cook at the Zach Cook Memorial Charity Slo-Pitch Tournament. Submitted photo/Donna Cook
Toronto Wolfpack look to hoist another rugby league trophy with win at Widnes
The Toronto Wolfpack can earn their third trophy in as many years with a win Sunday at Widnes Vikings. Toronto (20-1-0) goes into the game at Halton Stadium riding a 15-game win streak and holdin...
Jul 19, 2019
Former head of RCMP in Saskatchewan named province's lieutenant-governor
REGINA - A former head of the RCMP in Saskatchewan has been appointed the province's new lieutenant-governor. Russell Mirasty, 62, becomes Saskatchewan's 23rd vice-regal representative. He t...
Jul 19, 2019
Blue Jays prospect Bichette feels ready for big leagues after triple-A success
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Bo Bichette looked the part of a major leaguer when he stepped to the plate at Sahlen Field for batting practice this week. Sporting workout shorts and a long-sleeve T-shirt adorned&nb...
Jul 19, 2019
New coach Khari Jones looks to lead Montreal Alouettes to third win in a row
MONTREAL - Veteran defensive end John Bowman has seen his fair share of coaches throughout his 14-year CFL career. But he says there's something special about new Montreal Alouettes head coach Khari J...
Jul 19, 2019
A birthday to remember: North Battleford woman celebrates 90 years by skydiving
Plummeting eight-thousand feet with nothing but a parachute and skydiving instructor latched to their back is no ordinary way for one to celebrate their 90 birthday. Then again, North Battleford's Wil...
Jul 19, 2019 North Battleford's Wilda O'Brien celebrated turning 90 by skydiving over Saskatoon. (Skydive Saskatoon)
Charles Hudon signs one-year deal with Montreal Canadiens
MONTREAL - The Montreal Canadiens have signed forward Charles Hudon to a one-year, US$800,000 contract. Hudon, 25, had three goals and two assists in 32 games with the Canadiens last season. The nativ...
Jul 19, 2019