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Vancouver Goldeneyes name defender Ashton Bell first-ever captain
VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Goldeneyes have named Ashton Bell the team’s first ever captain. The…
No. 14 St. John’s routs Bucknell 97-49 for biggest blowout under Pitino
NEW YORK (AP) — Bryce Hopkins had 20 points in 17 minutes for his highest-scoring…
Canadian workers’ free speech fears persist two years after Israel-Hamas war began
During the Israel-Hamas war, a Canadian paramedic was fired, a teacher was put on extended…
Band closes KVR Trail in South Okanagan due to safety concerns, lack of funding
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“My hope is that over the winter here, since it would be such a shame to lose this amazing trail, that we will find the partnerships that we need, get the process moving, and then bring the package to the membership.”
Jets goalie Hellebuyck out 4-6 weeks to undergo arthroscopic knee surgery
WINNIPEG — Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will be out four to six weeks…
Glenn and Siao lead short programs at figure skating Finlandia Trophy
HELSINKI (AP) — United States champion Amber Glenn took another step forward ahead of the…
Carney in South Africa as concerns grow over U.S. boycott of G20
JOHANNESBURG — Prime Minister Mark Carney is in South Africa for a G20 summit overshadowed…
Canada cuts back spending on fighting infectious diseases at G20 in South Africa
JOHANNESBURG — Prime Minister Mark Carney has made Canada’s first-ever cut to funding for a…
Quebec man accused of killing his kids gets new trial date after third postponement
MONTREAL — A Quebec father accused of killing his two children in their home north…
William & Mary wins 104-57 against Regent
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Kilian Brockhoff’s 20 points helped William & Mary defeat Regent 104-57…
LaMelo Ball says he loves playing for the Hornets and denies reports that he’s frustrated
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — LaMelo Ball said Friday he wants to stay with the Charlotte…
Campaign to recall Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream MLA Tara Armstrong begins
“Based on the sentiment, people that I’ve talked to in the riding, there’s really a lot of people disgusted with her and her politics."
Canadians contend for podium across all disciplines at Finlandia Trophy
HELSINKI — Canadian figure skaters are in position to reach the podium in every discipline…
Head to Playtime Casino and Hit the Jackpot on Fun This New Year’s Eve
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December is upon us, which means New Year’s is right around the corner—and if you…
Huskies face Carabins in Vanier Cup final amid star quarterback’s cancer diagnosis
REGINA — The Saskatchewan Huskies, still dealing with the recent cancer diagnosis of star quarterback…
Jets goalie Hellebuyck to undergo arthroscopic procedure on his knee and miss 4 to 6 weeks
WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will undergo an arthroscopic procedure on…
The Magic Number For Planning Your Event is 19 – Introducing 19Bistro@Fitz and 19 Okanagan Bar and Grill
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With a choice of two stunning venues in Peachland and West Kelowna, BC planning the…
Two broken prison sprinklers cost Correctional Service Canada $1.1M
OTTAWA — Correctional Service Canada ended up with a $1.1 million bill for repairs after…
Left-hander Ryan Yarbrough and Yankees finalize $2.5 million, 1-year contract
NEW YORK (AP) — Side-arming left-hander Ryan Yarbrough and the New York Yankees finalized their…
Yarde challenges Benavidez for light-heavy title in Riyadh and Norman Jr faces Haney
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — London native Anthony Yarde gets a third shot at a…
Lawsuit claims Tennessee’s new school voucher program violates the state constitution
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A group of public school students’ parents and taxpayers has filed…
Man found dead at coal mine in Sparwood, B.C., near Alberta boundary
SPARWOOD — A man has died while working at a coal mine in the British…
FIFA bans Panama soccer leader again in fallout from fat-shaming comment
ZURICH (AP) — Days after Panama qualified for the 2026 World Cup, FIFA banned the…
Pupils flee as grizzly attacks elementary class in B.C., injuring 11, some critically
A grizzly bear has attacked a group of elementary school students and teachers in the…