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Huge child porn ring busted, Toronto police say 348 arrested in Project Spade
TORONTO – At least 386 children have been rescued from sexual exploitation and hundreds of suspects arrested in a sweeping child pornography investigation that began with a Toronto man, police revealed Thursday.
Mom’s blog that children need to work through conflict draws praise and ire
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – A South Dakota mother is the target of both praise and criticism after she blogged that kids being bullied should toughen up.
Verbatim: Rob Ford’s lewd remarks and apology
TORONTO - Toronto Mayor Rob Ford made some lewd remarks Thursday when speaking at city hall as TV cameras broadcast him live. He initially refused to apologize but then went before reporters and did just that. Here is an edited text of his initial statement and later apology. WARNING: Some of the remarks are obscene:...
Ford’s threatened lawsuit unlikely to succeed, noted libel lawyer says
TORONTO – Mayor Rob Ford's threat to sue former staffers for telling police about activities they said included his consorting with suspected sex workers is unlikely to go anywhere, a prominent libel lawyer said Thursday.
Ten teenage boys accused of sharing child pornography, facing serious charges
LAVAL, Que. – Ten teenage boys have been arrested near Montreal in a sweep that targeted the sharing of child pornography.
Convicted killer who escaped on day pass, took hostages sentenced to life
EDMONTON – A convicted killer has received a second life sentence for escaping while on a prison day pass and taking several people hostage in Alberta.
Definitely didn’t see that coming
Pushing the limits is what it's all about in some sports. In this case we begin with a serene scene, one where a canoe might be expected to be slicing gently through the water. Then the camera pans up. It's a bird. It's a plane. It's a — %%Video1%%
Demographics be damned: Ottawa sees little but fiscal blue skies ahead
OTTAWA – Forget the aging workforce and soaring demands for health care: as far as Ottawa is concerned, the looming demographic disaster actually looks pretty nice.
Police arrest Vancouver notary over ponzi scheme worth as much as $40 million
VANCOUVER – A former notary public from Vancouver is facing 28 counts of fraud and theft over an alleged ponzi scheme that police say bilked investors out of as much as $40 million.
It takes crowning a nurse to bring new hope to remote Ghana
REGAL TITLE BRINGS PROMISE FROM UBC'S SCHOOL OF NURSING TO BUILD A HEALTH CLINIC KELOWNA - It is good to be king. Just ask Muriel Kranabetter. The associate professor at UBC’s Okanagan campus School of Nursing was granted that rare distinction in a special tribal ceremony in the remote mud-hut Ghana village of Chanshegu. It...
Rockets Up To 3rd In BMO CHL Top 10 Rankings
THREE WHL CLUBS IN BMO CHL TOP 10 RANKINGS Kelowna Rockets, Portland Winterhawks, Medicine Hat Tigers. TORONTO – The Canadian Hockey League today announced the ninth edition of the BMO CHL Top 10 Rankings for the 2013-14 regular season. The weekly rankings of the Canadian Hockey League’s Top 10 teams are selected by a panel...
What’s been said at Toronto city council’s debate of Rob Ford motion
TORONTO – A defiant Rob Ford faced off with Toronto city council Wednesday over his drug use and binge drinking. The mayor was peppered with questions during a heated debate on a motion urging him to take a leave of absence following his admission he has smoked crack cocaine. Here are some quotes from the council meeting:
West Kelowna council highlights: November 12
Water Master Plan Steering Committee The Draft Water Master Plan Public Outreach Steering Committee presented its findings and recommendations to Council. The committee, struck on May 29, was made up of six members of the community with experience or an interest in water service. The committee met with Interior Health to review water quality requirements,...
The party of the season is back…and this year on a Thursday
24th Annual Innkeeper's Celebration at the Hotel Eldorado Thursday, December 5th 2013 from 7:00 - 10:00PM $200 per person Or new this year - buy 7 tickets, get the 8th free! KELOWNA - Start the season off right with a spectacular evening out on the town – this year on a Thursday! Hosted by the...
Okanagan College Foundation hands out thousands of dollars to Penticton students
Dozens of Okanagan College students attending the Penticton campus will have smiles on their faces and more money in their pockets this week when awards totaling $41,750 are handed out from the Okanagan College Foundation. Thirty-three students will be receiving 44 awards at the annual Awards Reception, which takes place Thursday, Nov. 14 at 7...
How the Internet defines who we are
UBC VISITING SPEAKER RUSSEL W. BELK EXAMINES OUR ONLINE IDENTITIES Like. Tweet. Share. Broadcast yourself. Millions of Canadians are wired to communicate in the digital world – but not without peril. On November 26 at the Rotary Centre for the Arts, UBC visiting speaker Russell W. Belk discusses just how the Internet affects who we...
Regional District and Water Board Team Up for Huge Savings
Reclaiming and reusing water at the Westside Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant is saving water and money. Since a water reclamation project was completed this summer, there’s been a dramatic reduction in the amount of potable drinking water needed for everyday use around the Gellatly Road plant which treats a daily average of nine-million litres of...
The snow’s coming! Make way for the plows
With temperatures dropping and flurries in the forecast, West Kelowna’s winter road maintenance begins. Residents can help with snow removal efforts by: - Making room for the plows: During times of heavy or persistent snowfalls, residents are asked not to park vehicles on street to ensure plows are able to efficiently remove snow from West...
City seeks public input on new parking strategy
The City is asking residents to share their ideas and feedback to help shape a new city-wide Parking Management Strategy that will change regulations and rates. “We want a system that makes more short-term parking available, continues to pay for itself so that general taxation is not impacted and improves service options for a better...
Big White Ski Resort Announces One Of It’s Earliest Openings In The Mountains 50-year History
KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, November 12, 2013 – This winter season Big White Ski Resort announces one of it’s earliest openings in the mountains 50-year history - Saturday, November 16, 2013. “With nearly 100cm of snow falling at Big White already, a 68cm base, and more snow predicted later this week, we’re all pretty excited up...
Kelowna meals program seeks volunteer drivers
Interior Health’s Volunteer Services is looking for volunteer drivers to help with the May Bennett Meal Program, a meal delivery program serving approximately 350 clients throughout the Kelowna and West Kelowna area. Meals are prepared by staff at the May Bennett Wellness Centre, where volunteers pick up the meals and deliver them to seniors in...
Divorce preparedness workshop in Kelowna
On Sunday November 24, 2013 at the Kelowna Public Library, a much-needed 1-day informational Divorce Preparedness Workshop called Building A New Way Forward begins in Kelowna. This workshop provides participants with clear information for what lies ahead in the process of separation, divorce, and beyond - empowering them to make better decisions with far less...
B.C. health provider and patients file lawsuit over prescription heroin access
VANCOUVER – A constitutional court challenge has been launched over the federal government's decision to prevent doctors from prescribing heroin to addicts.
Ottawa ready to clamp down on housing market to prevent bubble; Flaherty
OTTAWA – Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty says he's prepared to clamp down on mortgage rules once again if Canada's housing market continues to heat up.