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Provorov lifts Flyers past Islanders in 2OT to force Game 7
TORONTO - Ivan Provorov scored at 15:03 of the second overtime and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the New York Islanders 5-4 on Thursday night to force a deciding Game 7. Kevin Hayes, James van Riemsdyk...
Sep 03, 2020
Serena Williams sets up US Open showdown vs. Sloane Stephens
NEW YORK - Yes, Serena Williams won in straight sets again. And yes, she moved into an all-American showdown at the U.S. Open against Sloane Stephens. Still, this victory did not quite go according to...
Sep 03, 2020
OG Anunoby's buzzer-beater lifts Raptors to 104-103 victory over Celtics
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - On the brink of elimination, OG Anunoby hit a buzzer-beating three-pointer to give the Toronto Raptors life in the NBA playoffs. Kyle Lowry had 31 points and found Anunob...
Sep 03, 2020
Wounded Warriors Weekend fundraising in Meadow Lake
Fundraising for the Wounded Warriors Weekend Foundation continues this weekend in Meadow Lake.Tickets for the boat raffle and 50/50 will be available either the Co-op Food Store and C Store for most o...
Sep 03, 2020
New Brunswick leaders spar over economy, health care in first election debate
FREDERICTON - The first debate of New Brunswick's provincial election campaign is underway in Fredericton. Progressive Conservative Leader and incumbent Premier Blaine Higgs is arguing the p...
Sep 03, 2020
Oilsands tailings ponds leaking; federal enforcement unclear: report
An international environmental watchdog says there's convincing evidence that oilsands tailings ponds are leaking. The body set up under the original North American free-trade agreement also says ...
Sep 03, 2020
Mets honour Seaver with salute, jersey and dirt-smudged knee
NEW YORK - Far too young to remember Tom Seaver's glory days, Pete Alonso and the New York Mets found a perfect way to pay tribute to the greatest player in franchise history. Starting pitcher Robert ...
Sep 03, 2020
From masks to cohorting, a guide to back-to-school rules across the country
Plans are being made across the country for how to safely send students back to school in the fall as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Here is a look at what the various provinces have said ...
Sep 03, 2020
Judge kicks Kanye West off Virginia ballot for November
RICHMOND, Va. - A judge on Thursday ordered rapper Kanye West's name removed from presidential ballots in Virginia. West was disqualified because he failed to meet a requirement that 13 people pledge ...
Sep 03, 2020
Whitmer: Gyms can open; contact sports resume, but unadvised
LANSING, Mich. - Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Thursday that gyms can reopen after 5 1/2 months of closure and more organized sports can resume if masks are worn - lifting some coronavirus restricti...
Sep 03, 2020