CBC - Thunder Bay (2 hours ago)
A 33-year-old man from Thunder Bay, Ont., has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the death of 36-year-old Kelsey Anderson, who was reported missing in the northwestern Ontario city last month. The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) said the charge is the result of a major crime unit investigation, during which a deceased person, later...
ReadCityNews - Toronto (2 hours ago)
Toronto police have arrested a man in a suspected hate-motivated threatening incident in Scarborough. Police say the incident happened on June 5 in the Lawrence Avenue East and Pharmacy Avenue area. Officers allege the accused attended a business and uttered threats towards the victims whom he perceived to be Palestinian. Police say the suspect was...
ReadCityNews - Toronto (3 hours ago)
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow is defending the city's decision to purchase and resell thousands of FIFA World Cup tickets, arguing the strategy will help offset hosting costs and spare taxpayers from footing the bill. The city used its host-city privileges to purchase more than 3,500 World Cup tickets and then resell them to corporate sponsors […]
ReadCityNews - Toronto (7 hours ago)
A motorcyclist is injured following a collision in Scarborough on Sunday afternoon. According to Toronto police, the crash happened near Military Trail Road and Ellesmere Road, near the University of Toronto Scarborough campus, just after 3:20 p.m. Police say a motorcycle was involved in a single vehicle collision when a second motorcycle...
ReadWindsor Star - Local (8 hours ago)
Young firefighters from across Southwestern Ontario displayed their physical prowess and mental fortitude during the annual F7 firefighter combat challenge in Tecumseh on Saturday. Sixty-three firefighters and firefighter students went head-to-head at Tecumseh Fire Hall 2 for a gruelling, timed competition that included a stair climb carrying a...
ReadCityNews - Toronto (11 hours ago)
Three people were killed and two others injured in a multi-vehicle car crash in Kawartha Lakes early Saturday evening. Emergency crews were dispatched to the intersection of Highway 7 and New Heights Road in the Town of Omemee for a collision involving a car and four motorcycles. Authorities say an 18-year-old from Peterborough who was […]
ReadCityNews - Toronto (12 hours ago)
Three people have died in hospital after being injured in a residential fire that happened in Markham early Friday morning. Emergency crews were called to Carlton Road and Kennedy Road around 6:46 a.m. for reports of two detached homes on fire. Three elderly residents, which include two women in their 70s and a man in […]
ReadCityNews - Toronto (14 hours ago)
Police are investigating after a driver reportedly crashed into a light post in Brampton while attempting to flee from police. Officers say the crash happened near Bramalea Road and Countryside Drive just before 5 a.m. on Sunday. No injuries were reported, and it's unclear if the driver will face any charges. Roads in the area […]
ReadCBC - Kitchener-Waterloo (17 hours ago)
Get your tongs out. Grilling season is here, and with all this warm weather, more people are heading outdoors to cook up their favourite summer meals on the barbecue. But sticker shock at the grocery store is prompting some people to reconsider what to sizzle on the outdoor grill.
ReadCBC - Thunder Bay (18 hours ago)
The Alstom plant in Thunder Bay, Ont., has produced GO trains, TTC subway trains and streetcars for decades. Earlier this year, the provincial and federal governments announced they want more Canadians involved in producing the new Toronto subway trains. The CBC's Jonathan Pinto stopped by the plant to see how that's going.
ReadCBC - Ottawa (18 hours ago)
The Aladdin Bakery on St. Laurent Boulevard is one of two bakeries started by Ottawa's Farhat family. They take pride in being among the first to bring Lebanese savoury pies to Ottawa more than 30 years ago. Two generations later, they say it's turned into a hub of community and culture — and an example of the power of food to bring people...
ReadToronto Sun - Local (20 hours ago)
ECONOMIC BUST Re “Sputtering to a halt” (Brian Lilley, May 30): I must admit I'm confused about the best way forward for Canada. When Mark Carney referred to the media claims about Canada in recession, he acknowledged there were some weak spots in the economy. He maintained that the cause was due to the current […]
ReadToronto Sun - Local (20 hours ago)
SUNshine Girl Lisa enjoys yoga and cooking, and likes to stay active by playing soccer as well as track and field sports. Lisa, who also loves to travel, likes to listen to Ed Sheeran and Alicia Keys. Her dream is to travel the world with the love of her life. (Toronto Sun)
ReadCityNews - Toronto (A day ago)
As the city of Toronto gears up for another year of street festivals, organizers say rising costs are putting increasing pressure on festival budgets. "We could always use more. It is really hard,” said Anah Shabbar, managing director of Do West Fest. "We are one of the biggest festivals, but we do have one of […]
ReadCBC - Toronto (A day ago)
Air Canada, Air Transat and Sunwing Vacations, a group that includes WestJet, announced they will be suspending Canadian flights to Cuba indefinitely. Air Transat says the "current geopolitical situation in Cuba" is behind the decision. Canada's major airlines initially suspended flights to Cuba in February. Cuban-Canadians in Toronto remain...
ReadToronto Sun - Local (A day ago)
See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source Reality has begun to intrude on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s promise of a year ago, “to build an enormous amount of new infrastructure at speeds not seen in generations.” The federal government announced last week it’s slowing down the consultation process it previously...
ReadCityNews - Toronto (A day ago)
The Canadian women’s rugby sevens team has advanced to the semifinals of the third and final leg of the world championship series. Canada beat Fiji 29-14 in a quarterfinal Saturday and meets New Zealand in Sunday’s semifinal. The final is later Sunday at Stade de Bordeaux. Australia faces the United States in the other semifinal. […]
ReadCityNews - Toronto (A day ago)
Toronto health officials are investigating a mumps outbreak at a workplace in a downtown building and say the risk of spread to the public is low. Toronto Public Health says there were four confirmed cases as of Friday associated with a workplace at 777 Bay St. The address is the location of a ServiceOntario office, […]
ReadWindsor Star - Local (A day ago)
Windsor police are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect in connection with an April arson at a commercial business in Walkerville. Shortly after 4 a.m. on April 3, officers responded to a report of a structural fire in the 1000 block of Wyandotte Street East. Windsor Fire and Rescue Services attended and […]
ReadToronto Sun - Local (A day ago)
LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, France — U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday urged Europe to counter what he termed an “invasion” of its coastline by migration, as he marked the 82nd anniversary of the Second World War D-Day landings in northern France. Hegseth also called on European countries to do more to contribute to their defence, in...
ReadCBC - Toronto (A day ago)
The Fierce & Fabulous Expo was held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre this weekend. Organizers say the event is Canada's first large-scale drag convention. CBC's Naama Weingarten spoke to performers from across North America who took to the stage.
ReadCityNews - Toronto (A day ago)
All Highway 401 westbound collector lanes at Meadowvale Road have re-opened after an investigation, according to Toronto police. Officers say the ramp from Port Union Road to Westbound Highway 401 were also closed. Investigators also say some southbound lanes on Meadowvale Road at Highway 401 were also closed. In an update Saturday afternoon,...
ReadCityNews - Toronto (A day ago)
Two elderly women were injured by an electrical hazard in North Riverdale on Saturday afternoon. Toronto police said it received reports of downed utility wires near Danforth and Broadview Avenues at approximately 1:30 p.m. Tree branches reportedly fell on the wires, which led to the two elderly women suffering non-life-threatening injuries....
ReadCityNews - Toronto (A day ago)
An investigation is underway by the Toronto Police Service's Hate Crime Unit after the window of a North York synagogue was damaged overnight on Friday, according to authorities. Police say the incident happened at the Mishkan Avraham synagogue, near Bathurst Street and Glencairn Avenue. The exact circumstances were not immediately clear, but...
ReadCityNews - Toronto (2 days ago)
A man and woman from Toronto are facing a combined total of more than 20 criminal charges in connection with a drug and gun investigation. According to authorities, police were on patrol in the Regent Park area, near Dundas Street East and Sackville Street just after midnight on May 9. Detectives say the officers initiated […]
ReadCityNews - Toronto (2 days ago)
A cyclist is in critical condition after being rushed to a hospital following a collision in Brampton early Saturday morning. Emergency crews were called to the area of Chinguacousy Road and Daviselm Drive just after 1:30 a.m. for reports of a crash involving a vehicle and a cyclist. Police say the driver of the vehicle […]
ReadCityNews - Toronto (2 days ago)
A man was arrested and charged with impaired driving after allegedly striking three pedestrians and then leaving the scene, authorities say. Police were called to Woodbine Casino just before 11 p.m. for reports of a collision. A 26-year-old pedestrian was taken to a hospital with moderate injuries. Meanwhile, the driver, a 62-year-old man, was...
ReadOttawa Citizen - Local (2 days ago)
Show # 22 Almonte & District High School Shattered: Time in Pieces Director: Prof. Weston Gianna Dufresne, Critic St. Joseph High School One mysterious pot, four misfit museum workers, and nine shards scattered throughout time. When these elements are combined in Almonte & District High School’s original production of Shattered: Time in Pieces,...
ReadOttawa Citizen - Local (2 days ago)
Show #21 Immaculata High School We Will Rock You: School Edition Director: Jillian Budgell Julia Koshy, Critic St. Pius X High School Amidst the all-consuming internet and manufactured music, only someone truly spirited can bring back the soul of rock and roll. Immaculata High School’s fiery production of We Will Rock You: School Edition embodied...
ReadCBC - Kitchener-Waterloo (2 days ago)
Think of Portuguese good and your mind might immediately go to fluffy bread and those delectable custard tarts. But CBC K-W food columnist Jasmine Mangalaseril says there's so much more and June, which is Portuguese Heritage Month, is a great time to discover the cuisine locally.
ReadCBC - Kitchener-Waterloo (2 days ago)
As the hot weather is set to persist in the days ahead, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health has made its Climate Safe Map available to help the community find places to beat the heat. The map shows where people can find cooling centres, splash pads, where to fill your water bottles and more.
ReadToronto Sun - Local (2 days ago)
NO LAUGHING MATTER The likes of Johnny Carson, Jay Leno and David Letterman are long gone but not forgotten. I used to go to bed after Carson — now it’s more like after the Wheel. I dont like the brand of humour these days and l can only take small doses of it because it’s […]
ReadCBC - Toronto (2 days ago)
With just over a week to go before the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Toronto, city officials are offering an inside look at final preparations to welcome the influx of fans. CBC's Naama Weingarten breaks down the city's plan — from transit and safety updates to street closures in neighbourhoods near the stadium.
ReadOttawa Citizen - Local (2 days ago)
Ottawa police say a 78-year-old man missing from his Barrhaven home since Friday morning has been found safe and sound. Police thanked the public for their assistance. Our website is your destination for up-to-the-minute news, so make sure to bookmark our homepage and sign up for our newsletters so we can keep you informed.
ReadCBC - Kitchener-Waterloo (2 days ago)
Cambridge, Ont.,Mayor Jan Liggett issued a statement on Friday after her office received backlash after the city's Pride flag raising event on Monday. Liggett was seen on video cutting off a teenager who was giving a speech during the event. Liggett says she stopped the teen from saying a part of the speech that hadn't been vetted by city staff.
ReadCBC - Thunder Bay (2 days ago)
The fourth day of the coroner's inquest into the death of 27-year-old Kevin Mamakwa at the Thunder Bay Jail included testimony from a former Native Inmate Liaison Officer, a handwritten note and audio recording from Mamakwa's former cell mate, and a letter found in Mamakwa's pocket when he died. Here's what the jury heard Thursday as the inquest...
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