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Clooney calls out Trump media vilification at press freedom gathering
OTTAWA - Human-rights lawyer Amal Clooney says U.S. President Donald Trump's vilification of the media makes journalists more vulnerable to abuse around the world. Clooney didn't mention Trump by name...
Jul 10, 2019
Quebec delays sprinkler requirement for private seniors' homes to 2022
QUEBEC - Owners of privately owned Quebec retirement homes will have an extra two years to retrofit their residences with sprinkler systems. The Quebec government also announced today they'll provide ...
Jul 10, 2019
Raptors president Masai Ujiri says "don't lose sleep" over Kawhi Leonard's departure
Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri says there's no need for fans to be concerned over the departure of NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard. He's already working on his next plan. Ujiri spok...
Jul 10, 2019
NBA champion Raptors to host training camp for 2019-20 season in Quebec City
TORONTO - The Toronto Raptors will host their training camp for the 2019-20 NBA season at Laval University in Quebec City. It will mark the first time the Raptors have held their camp in Quebec, and t...
Jul 10, 2019
Ticats linebacker Simoni Lawrence meets with arbitrator regarding appeal
TORONTO - Now, the CFL and Simoni Lawrence wait. The veteran linebacker met with an arbitrator Tuesday regarding the suspension the CFL levied against him last month. The league is hope...
Jul 10, 2019
Will and Jada Pinkett Smith launch media venture
LOS ANGELES - Will and Jada Pinkett Smith are looking to expand their brands under a new corporate umbrella. The Hollywood power couple on Wednesday announced the launch of a new media venture. Accord...
Jul 10, 2019
3rd Annual Edward Kennedy Sr. Memorial Co-Ed Slow Pitch Tournament
The Third Annual Edward Kennedy Sr. Memorial Co-Ed Slow Pitch Tournament will be Saturday July 27 and Sunday, July 28 at Green Lake.There will be a 7/3 format with certified umps, trophies and awards....
Jul 10, 2019
Ottawa MP who endorsed husband for city council broke conflict code: ethics czar
OTTAWA - An Ottawa member of Parliament violated conflict-of-interest rules when she asked voters to elect her husband to Ottawa city council last year, says Canada's ethics watchdog. But he foun...
Jul 10, 2019
Art in the Park Show
Art in the Park Arts and Crafts Show will be Saturday, July 27 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Greig Lake.Come out and support local artists selling their treasures.
Jul 10, 2019
Dozens sickened by carbon monoxide leak at Winnipeg hotel no longer in hospital
WINNIPEG - All 46 people who were taken to hospital after a carbon monoxide leak at a Winnipeg hotel have been discharged. Cory Kolt, a spokesperson for the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, says no...
Jul 10, 2019