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No charges in NASCAR noose incident involving Black driver
The noose found hanging in Bubba Wallace's garage stall at Talladega Superspeedway had been there since at least last October, federal authorities said Tuesday in announcing there will be no charges f...
Jun 23, 2020
Alberta shares COVID-19 update for June 23
Alberta's chief medical officer of health is set to provide her latest update on COVID-19 in the province.Dr. Deena Hinshaw will speak during a news conference scheduled for 3:30 p.m. You can watch th...
Jun 23, 2020
Canadian teen Fernandez back in action after strong start to season
Riding high earlier this year after upset wins over some big-name WTA Tour stars, Canadian teenager Leylah Annie Fernandez appeared primed to take her game to the next level. Howev...
Jun 23, 2020
Idea for addressing racism in policing prompts tense exchange in Green debates
OTTAWA - One of the 10 people running to be the next leader of the Green Party of Canada is suggesting police should have to pay racialized Canadians a fee every time they stop them - an idea that pro...
Jun 23, 2020
Leafs' Spezza remains optimistic NHL season will resume this summer
TORONTO - Jason Spezza remains optimistic. After a bad week for professional sports that saw players across North America test positive for COVID-19, the veteran Toronto Maple Leafs cen...
Jun 23, 2020
Reading College goes virtual next month
A global pandemic won't stop 50 students from having the best summer ever and improving their reading and writing skills along the way. Officials with Red Deer Public Schools say Reading College is ba...
Jun 23, 2020
Sylvan Lake launches 'Skate Park Ambassador' pilot project
The Town of Sylvan Lake is taking a new approach toward making the town's skate park more enjoyable for all.The Skate Park Ambassador Pilot Project will start later this month and run for 12 weeks thr...
Jun 23, 2020
County council approves $179K for Springbrook skate park
The long-time dream of building a skate park for the youth of Springbrook has received a significant boost from Red Deer County council today.On Tuesday, council approved a funding request of $179,550...
Jun 23, 2020
Canada's Kyle (The Monster) Nelson off weekend UFC card due to visa issues
Canadian Kyle (The Monster) Nelson is off this weekend's UFC card in Las Vegas due to visa issues. Nelson (13-3-0) was slated to face Sean (The Sniper) Woodson at a catchweight of 150 pounds at Saturd...
Jun 23, 2020
Canada's sports ethics body wants IOC to amend Rule 50 for sake of human rights
OTTAWA - The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport says it supports freedom of expression for athletes at Olympic and Paralympic Games. The CCES, which administers Canada's anti-doping program and ...
Jun 23, 2020