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Report: Ford plans job cuts to boost profits
DETROIT - The Wall Street Journal reports that Ford Motor Co. is planning substantial job cuts in order to boost profits and raise its stock price. The newspaper says the cuts would target salaried em...
May 15, 2017
Thomas, Canadian Olynyk help Celtics power past Wizards in Game 7, 115-105
BOSTON - Isaiah Thomas said he didn’t feel any pressure entering the first Game 7 of his career. His play backed up his confidence and with the help of Canadian Kelly Olynyk and the Boston Celti...
May 15, 2017
Canada's 'Come From Away' wins 4 Helen Hayes Awards, including outstanding musical
WASHINGTON - Canada’s “Come From Away” has won four Helen Hayes Awards, including outstanding musical production. The awards, handed out during a ceremony at the Lincoln Theatre in W...
May 15, 2017
Anderson catches an edge as Penguins beat Senators 1-0; series tied 1-1
PITTSBURGH - Craig Anderson didn’t misplay the puck. He didn’t underestimate the shot of Pittsburgh Penguins sniper Phil Kessel, either. There was a much more simple, much more aggravating...
May 15, 2017
Bolsinger takes blame as Blue Jays streak ends with 10-6 loss to Braves
TORONTO - Mike Bolsinger didn’t mince words on Monday night, calling his performance unacceptable and taking the blame for the Toronto Blue Jays’ five-game win streak ending. The right-han...
May 15, 2017
Resellers looking to cash in on tickets to see Barack Obama speech in Montreal
MONTREAL - Tickets to see former U.S. president Barack Obama in Montreal went like hot cakes over the weekend. Now, it seems that resellers are also trying to cash in, seeking up to $568 (US$417) per ...
May 15, 2017
Alberta teachers vote in favour of two-year contract
EDMONTON – Alberta teachers have ratified a two-year agreement with no pay raises but money to improve classroom conditions. The Alberta Teachers’ Association said on its website that teac...
May 15, 2017
"The Art of Craft Beer" brewing up support for MS Society
RED DEER - This Thursday, sample craft beers and food certain to entertain foodies! Exhibit B - The Art of Craft Beer, in support of the MS Society of Central Alberta, will provide you the unique chan...
May 15, 2017
Nominees announced for 10th Annual Women of Excellence Awards
Twenty-three women in 11 categories have been nominated for the the 10th annual Red Deer Women of Excellence Awards. Hosted by the Red Deer and District Community Foundation, the awards have honoured ...
May 15, 2017
2 dead as Venezuela protests turn violent outside capital
CARACAS, Venezuela - A day that began with largely peaceful protests against Venezuela’s socialist government took a violent turn Monday as fierce clashes between state security and demonstrator...
May 15, 2017