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North Korea fires a ballistic missile toward sea, South Korea says
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea fired a ballistic missile toward its eastern waters on Wednesday, South Korea's military said, in an apparent protest of the deployment of a U.S. aircraft carrier...
Jun 25, 2024
Pro-Palestinian protesters and counter-protesters face off at new Montreal encampment
MONTREAL - Pro-Palestinian protesters and counter-protesters faced off today at a downtown Montreal square, where a new encampment tied to the war in the Gaza Strip was set up over the weekend. The tw...
Jun 25, 2024
Denmark advances to last 16 at European Championship after 0-0 draw with Serbia
MUNICH (AP) - Denmark advanced to the last 16 at the European Championship after a 0-0 draw with Serbia on Tuesday. The Danes finished Group C with three points, the same as Slovenia, but ended up in ...
Jun 25, 2024
Didsbury High School band teacher wins Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence
When Didsbury High School band teacher, Kirk Wassmer, is officially retired at the end of this week, he will leave the school year with a trio of awards that testify to his strength in music education...
Jun 25, 2024
Bethel-Thompson, Beverette, Argos’ offensive line named in CFL honour roll.
TORONTO - Edmonton Elks quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson, Montreal Alouettes linebacker Tyrice Beverette and the Toronto Argonauts' offensive line led the way Tuesday in the CFL's honour roll. Bethe...
Jun 25, 2024
Mitchell looks to defend title in Paris as part of Canada's Olympic cycling team
TORONTO - Kelsey Mitchell of Sherwood Park, Alta., will look to defend her Olympic sprint cycling title as part of Canada's cycling team at this summer's Paris Games. Mitchell, who won gold in the wom...
Jun 25, 2024
England tops group at Euro 2024 and Slovenia also advances after 0-0 draw
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) - England advanced to the knockout stage of Euro 2024 as group winner after a 0-0 draw against Slovenia on Tuesday. The result at Cologne Stadium also saw Slovenia reach the roun...
Jun 25, 2024
Province says new trails strategy will be shaped by Albertans
The provincial government is asking for feedback from Albertans to develop a plan for an integrated trails network in and around Canmore. Government officials say the Bow Valley is home to stunning mo...
Jun 25, 2024
RMLL hosting Senior 'C' Lacrosse Provincials in Blackfalds July 5-7
The Rocky Mountain Lacrosse League is hosting the Senior 'C' Provincials in early July at the Eagle Builders Centre.Games run from July 5-7.There are no entry fees, and there will be 50/50 and beer ga...
Jun 25, 2024
Police report few arrests despite 33,000 at Oilers Stanley Cup Game7 watch party
EDMONTON - Edmonton Oilers fans didn't get the Stanley Cup, but numbers from police suggest they would qualify for the NHL's Lady Byng Trophy. The trophy rewards responsible and sportsmanlike play, an...
Jun 25, 2024