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Bombers receiver Lawler set to return after breaking arm in season opener
WINNIPEG - Kenny Lawler is ready to give the Winnipeg Blue Bombers a helping hand. The star receiver was back practising with the team on Tuesday after breaking his right arm in their season-opening l...
Aug 13, 2024
Construction to 55 Street CPR Bridge underpass to begin
Construction work will begin on the old 55 Street underpass, south of the CPR Pedestrian Bridge on August 14, 2024 in support of the bridge rehabilitation project.To accommodate future construction ac...
Aug 13, 2024
Road closure at 57 Avenue and Wells Street intersection
Local motorists are advised of traffic disruptions on 57 Avenue for roadwork repair.On August 14, from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., 57 Avenue in Red Deer will be closed at the Wells Street intersection. Ci...
Aug 13, 2024
Alberta wildfire information update: August 13
Reception centres will remain open to offer services and accommodations to displaced Jasperites as they begin to re-enter the townsite on Friday to assess damage to property. Orders and alerts An evac...
Aug 13, 2024
Homeland Security takes steps to tighten asylum rules at Canadian border
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says people seeking asylum at the northern border with Canada will have less time to consult a lawyer before making their case. The department say...
Aug 13, 2024
Despite key absences, Alouettes GM Maciocia isn't surprised by team's hot first half
MONTREAL - Danny Maciocia wasn't expecting his Montreal Alouettes to fly out to an 8-1 first half of the season. But the fact the defending champions boast that league-leading record despite several k...
Aug 13, 2024
CFL Players' Association appoints Dyakowski as its interim executive director
TORONTO - The CFL Players' Association appointed Peter Dyakowski as its interim executive director Tuesday. Dyakowski will assume the role at the end of September when executive director Brian Ramsay ...
Aug 13, 2024
Alberta aiming to create Canada’s best recycling program
The Alberta government says it is creating Canada's most comprehensive recycling program to reduce waste and keep cell phones, power tools, solar panels and more out of landfills. According to governm...
Aug 13, 2024
Toronto Raptors open NBA in-season tournament with road game against Milwaukee Bucks
TORONTO - The Toronto Raptors will visit the Milwaukee Bucks on Nov. 12 in their opening game of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup in-season tournament. The Raptors and Bucks have been drawn into the tourname...
Aug 13, 2024
US approves $20 billion in weapons sales to Israel amid threat of wider Middle East war
WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. has approved $20 billion in arms sales to Israel, including scores of fighter jets and advanced air-to-air missiles, the State Department announced Tuesday. Congress was not...
Aug 13, 2024