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Father of boy abducted in 2011 not notified of Hopley's escape from halfway house
The father of a boy abducted in 2011 by a man who is now wanted on a Canada-wide warrant says he's incredulous the repeat offender could walk away from a Vancouver halfway house. Paul Hebert says in a...
Nov 07, 2023
Canadian men face tough opposition in Dubai for kickoff of World Rugby sevens season
The Canadian men will find themselves in tough company when they kick off World Rugby's sevens season next month in Dubai. Canada will play New Zealand, South Africa and Samoa in Pool A of the Dec. 2-...
Nov 07, 2023
Elk Ridge to host Saskatchewan Open in August for newly formed PGA Tour Americas
Elk Ridge will be a prime destination for golfers looking to get a membership to compete in one of the world's best tours. The newly formed PGA Tour Americas announced its inaugural schedule for next ...
Nov 07, 2023
Prince Albert police identify homicide victim
The Prince Albert Police Service has confirmed the identity of the city's fourth homicide victim this year. Nicole Laurin, 37, was found on Oct. 6, suffering from serious injuries. She later succumbed...
Nov 07, 2023
Local weightlifting challenge pulls in over $2,000 for cancer research
A friendly fitness competition involving gyms from Melfort and Prince Albert raised over $2,000 for cancer research.The Deadlift 4 Cancer event, organized by Spafit by Linda, and affiliated trainers H...
Nov 07, 2023
Former fullback Ashtone Morgan relishes new role with Toronto FC front office
TORONTO - Ashtone Morgan credits then-assistant coach Jason Bent for setting him on the right path when he signed his first contract with Toronto FC. Bent, now part of Greg Vanney's coaching staff at ...
Nov 07, 2023
Edmonton Oilers place struggling goaltender Jack Campbell on waivers
EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers have placed struggling goaltender Jack Campbell on waivers and plan to assign him to their American Hockey League affiliate. Campbell has a 1-4-0 record with a 4.50 goal...
Nov 07, 2023
B.C. Indigenous leaders lobby for transition from open-net salmon farms
OTTAWA - An alliance of British Columbia Indigenous leaders is calling on the federal government to stand firm on plans to transition away from open-net salmon farms in B.C. waters by 2025. Chiefs fro...
Nov 07, 2023
Israeli military says its ground forces are battling Hamas 'in the depths' of Gaza City
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) - The Israeli military said Tuesday that its ground forces are now fighting in "the depths" of Gaza City. The comments signaled a new stage by the Israeli military as it m...
Nov 07, 2023
Ukrainian children abducted by Russia appeal for Canadian MPs to help
OTTAWA - Ukrainian children abducted by Russia during its assault on their country are sharing the stories of their captivity with Canadian parliamentarians, in hopes they will help rescue others. Mem...
Nov 07, 2023
