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Ottawa should have independent review of taxes: Manitoba finance minister
WINNIPEG - Manitoba Finance Minister Cameron Friesen says that despite walking back some of its controversial tax-reform proposals, the federal government should simply abandon its plan altogether and...
Nov 09, 2017
Big, burly Newfoundland guys in mermaid tails a global hit for a good cause
ST. JOHN’S, N.L. - They’re bearded, they’re burly and they’re wearing sparkly mermaid tails. A group of men posing as “merb’ys” to raise cash for a Newfoundla...
Nov 09, 2017
Olympic ethics panel to study allegations against Gilady
LAUSANNE, Switzerland - The IOC says it is looking into allegations of sexual assault and harassment against Olympic official Alex Gilady, stemming from his work as a television executive in Israel. G...
Nov 09, 2017
Putin: Russian doping scandals could be US election meddling
MOSCOW - President Vladimir Putin is suggesting that a recent flurry of Russian sports doping allegations could be an American attempt to interfere in next year’s Russian presidential election. ...
Nov 09, 2017
In no rush on TPP, Trudeau says as feds dismiss reports of a deal in principle
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam - Canada won’t be pressured into prematurely signing a deal on the Trans-Pacific Partnership, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Thursday as his Liberal government flat...
Nov 09, 2017
RDC announces Boston Pizza Athletes of the Week
Red Deer College Athletics is proud to announce our Boston Pizza Athletes of the Week. 1. Maya Parker - Queens Basketball Hometown - Calgary, AB Bachelor of Science Nursing (4th year) On a two game ro...
Nov 09, 2017
Middaugh moves into first-place tie at Road to the Roar Pre-Trials
SUMMERSIDE, P.E.I. - Sherry Middaugh moved into a tie for first place at the Home Hardware Road to the Roar Pre-Trials on Thursday with a 7-5 victory over Krista McCarville at Credit Union Place. Midd...
Nov 09, 2017
'Disdain and mockery:' Saskatchewan premier criticizes Governor General's speech
REGINA - Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall says Gov. Gen. Julie Payette should avoid denigrating faiths that believe in a creator. Payette has faced criticism for a speech last week that some say mocked ...
Nov 09, 2017
Broadway Avenue and Hwy 2A junction opens in Blackfalds
A major road closure in Blackfalds is now over. As of today, Broadway Avenue and Highway 2A is open to traffic. However, due to recent changes in the weather, asphalt and Tutty Park pathway upgrades w...
Nov 09, 2017
Fox News hires former Trump aide Sebastian Gorka
NEW YORK - Fox News has hired President Donald Trump’s former aide Sebastian Gorka as a contributor. Fox News Channel host Sean Hannity announced the hiring on his radio show Wednesday, saying t...
Nov 09, 2017