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Canada hasn't done enough to stop exploitation of foreign workers: Amnesty
A representative for Amnesty International Canada says the country isn't doing enough to stop the exploitation of temporary foreign workers brought in on visas that keep them tied to one employer. Ket...
May 15, 2025

Brandon Lowe's pair of two-run homers powers Rays past Blue Jays 8-3
TORONTO - Brandon Lowe had a two-run homer in the first and the ninth inning as the Tampa Bay Rays routed the Toronto Blue Jays 8-3 Thursday afternoon. They were Lowe's sixth and seventh home runs of ...
May 15, 2025

City encouraging residents to go digital ahead of possible postal strike
The City of North Battleford is encouraging all utility customers to sign up for e-billing in preparation for a possible Canada Post strike, which will possibly begin on May 22, 2025. E-billing ensure...
May 15, 2025

Barcelona clinches 28th La Liga title after Yamal leads win at Espanyol
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) - Barcelona clinched its 28th Spanish league title after Lamine Yamal starred in its 2-0 win at crosstown rival Espanyol on Thursday. Yamal scored in the 53rd minute when the tee...
May 15, 2025

Disappearance of Kebo Bear now a homicide investigation: RCMP
More than a year after Kebo Bear was last seen, Mounties say his disappearance is now being treated as a homicide, and two men have been charged with manslaughter in connection.Bear, who was 30 at the...
May 15, 2025

Future of Sport Lab names 10 new startups to accelerator program
TORONTO - Artificial intelligence is here to stay, at least in the world of sport tech, according to one industry expert. The Future of Sports Lab announced the selection of 10 innovative startups for...
May 15, 2025

NFL to discuss resolution to allow its players to play in 2028 Summer Games
NFL players are one step closer to participating in the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games. League owners will discuss a resolution next week to allow NFL players to play in the flag football competition a...
May 15, 2025

MacKinnon has two goals, assist as Canada beats Austria 5-1 at hockey worlds
STOCKHOLM - Nathan MacKinnon scored twice and added an assist as Canada overcame a frustrating start to post a 5-1 win over Austria in world hockey championship action Thursday. Travis Konecny and Wil...
May 15, 2025

Community Coffee with Council held in Melfort
The inaugural Community Coffee with Council at the Kerry Vickar Centre in Melfort wasn't well attended, but the initiative will continue. The idea began in Humboldt, and Council in Melfort liked the p...
May 15, 2025

Prince Albert participates in Moose Hide Campaign
Donning bright pink shirts, over two dozen women, children and men walked from Prince Albert's riverbank to Kinsmen Park.Thursday's Moose Hide Campaign event marked one of many happening across the co...
May 15, 2025