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Red Sox acquire Canadian OF Tyler O'Neill from Cardinals for 2 pitchers
BOSTON (AP) - The Red Sox acquired Canadian outfielder Tyler O'Neill from the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday, bringing in a two-time Gold Glove winner to replace the departing Alex Verdugo. St. Louis r...
Dec 8, 2023
Ponoka's annual Christmas light display to light up this weekend
Ponoka's annual Christmas light display at Lions Centennial Park is expected to light up on Saturday evening, December 9. Thanks to a generous $5,000 donation from the Ponoka Lions Club, Town official...
Dec 8, 2023
Red Deer man sentenced in local homicide
A two-year Conditional Sentence Order (CSO) has been given to a local man convicted in a Red Deer homicide two years ago.Benjamin William Rabbit, 29, of Red Deer, was convicted on a charge of manslaug...
Dec 8, 2023
What is CSIS' physical surveillance unit, where staff allege sex assault, harassment?
OTTAWA - A recruitment video for the physical surveillance unit of Canada's spy agency shows people using trains, cars and a bicycle to surreptitiously trail a target through Montreal. A "surveillant"...
Dec 8, 2023
Transcript of statement by CSIS director Vigneault during town hall meeting for staff
OTTAWA - The director of Canada's spy agency, David Vigneault, says the officer at the centre of an investigation by The Canadian Press into allegations of rape and harassment no longer works for the ...
Dec 8, 2023
Some facts about Canada's spy agency, as director apologizes for rape claim response
OTTAWA - Canada's spy chief David Vigneault has apologized to staff for his response to rape and harassment claims in the British Columbia office of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. He's al...
Dec 8, 2023
CBC considering 'all possible measures' in wake of concerns over cuts, exec bonuses
OTTAWA - Top CBC executives say they are considering options to manage the broadcaster's financial pressures, including taking a look at "senior executive compensation," following plans to slash 10 pe...
Dec 8, 2023
Kopi Thyme brand sauces and soup bases recalled due to potential botulism threat
OTTAWA - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is recalling several Kopi Thyme brand sauces and soup bases due to the potential growth of bacteria that causes botulism. The recall applies to products so...
Dec 8, 2023
CSIS boss apologizes for response to rape claim, revamps anti-harassment plans
VANCOUVER - Canada's spy chief has apologized to staff for his response to rape and harassment allegations in the agency's British Columbia office. In a town hall this week, David Vigneault told Canad...
Dec 8, 2023
FIS Snowboard Big Air World Cup takes over Commonwealth
Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton is playing host to the FIS Snowboard Big Air World Cup on Friday, December 8, and Saturday, December 9.Snowboarders from around the world, have come to compete and rid...
Dec 8, 2023