Category Archives: Canadian Press
Ryu takes 3-stroke lead over Canada's Henderson at KPMG Women's PGA
KILDEER, Ill. - So Yeon Ryu sees another major championship in reach and a spot in history in sight. She knows what she has to do, and she took a big step Saturday. Ryu broke away on the closing holes...
Jun 30, 2018
Three of four eggs from relocated killdeer nest hatch at Ottawa Bluesfest
OTTAWA - This year’s RBC Bluesfest will have a few new performers, after three of four eggs hatched in a bird’s nest that was relocated to make way for the main stage. Workers at the Ottaw...
Jun 30, 2018
Despite uneven second half, Toronto Wolfpack extend winning streak to 15
TORONTO - Wolfpack coach Paul Rowley, leaning on an exercise bike inside Lamport Stadium, was seen scowling at a screen Saturday in the wake of Toronto’s 46-28 win over the Leigh Centurions. Giv...
Jun 30, 2018
Trump praises neighbourly bonds in Canada Day message to Governor General
OTTAWA - U.S. President Donald Trump is thanking Canada for its “partnership on the global stage” in a Canada Day message to Governor General Julie Payette. In a written statement from the...
Jun 30, 2018
Jets, Red Wings make moves as John Tavares speculation continues to swirl
TORONTO - As speculation continues to swirl about where prized centre John Tavares will land, a couple of NHL teams made lesser moves ahead of the start of free agency. The Winnipeg Jets traded backup...
Jun 30, 2018
Filly Wonder Gadot beats the heat, field to win $1-million Queen's Plate
TORONTO - Filly Wonder Gadot beat the heat and her frustrating streak of second-place finishes Saturday. John Velazquez rode the 2/1 favourite to an impressive 4 3/4-length victory in the $1-million Q...
Jun 30, 2018
LeBron returns to LA to plot next move as free agency nears
CLEVELAND - LeBron James flew back to Los Angeles from a family vacation in the Caribbean. He could be there longer than usual. Hours before NBA free agency opened with the three-time champion as its ...
Jun 30, 2018
B.C. restaurant manager fired for refusing to serve man in pro-Trump hat
VANCOUVER - A Vancouver restaurant manager has been fired for refusing to serve a customer who was wearing a “Make America Great Again” hat. The slogan popularized by U.S. President Donald...
Jun 30, 2018
Cavani scores twice, Uruguay ousts Ronaldo and Portugal 2-1 at World Cup
SOCHI, Russia - Edinson Cavani upstaged Cristiano Ronaldo, first with his head and then with his right foot, and sent Uruguay to the World Cup quarterfinals. Cavani scored twice and Ronaldo none Satur...
Jun 30, 2018
Justin Smoak hits walk-off homer as Toronto Blue Jays top Tigers 4-3
TORONTO - Justin Smoak didn’t want Saturday afternoon’s game to stretch into Saturday night. So the Blue Jays first baseman ended it as soon as he could. Smoak led off the bottom of the ni...
Jun 30, 2018