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Local karate instructor continues to teach despite paralysis
PRINCE GEORGE - Chantelle Grafton was in a mountain biking accident two years ago which left her paralyzed from the neck down. Being a quadriplegic has had a huge effect on her, however she has found ...
Jun 14, 2021

CFL board of governors votes unanimously to start 2021 season in August after meeting
The CFL says professional football will return to Canada in August. The CFL's board of governors voted unanimously Monday in favour of an amended collective bargaining agreement and starting the 2021 ...
Jun 14, 2021

Spain held to 0-0 draw by Sweden at Euro 2020
SEVILLE, Spain (AP) - The chances came and went but neither Spain nor Sweden managed to put any of them in the net Monday in a 0-0 draw at the European Championship. Spain dominated possession and sta...
Jun 14, 2021

Canadian women put on better show but fail to score in 0-0 soccer draw with Brazil
CARTAGENA, Spain - Canada posted its fourth straight clean sheet, playing Brazil to a scoreless draw in an international women's soccer friendly Monday. It was a better showing from the Canadians than...
Jun 14, 2021

Mounties investigate toxin after dead squirrels found at park in Richmond, B.C.
RICHMOND, B.C. - The discovery of a toxic substance in a park where a number of dead and sick squirrels were reported last week is being investigated by police in Richmond, B.C. The RCMP say a residen...
Jun 14, 2021

Canada wants 'robust' investigation into origins of COVID-19: Health Minister Hajdu
Health Minister Patty Hajdu says Canada will work with its international partners to make sure there is a "robust" and ongoing investigation into the origins of the novel coronavirus. The communique t...
Jun 14, 2021

Veteran Liberal MP Wayne Easter won't seek re-election in long-held P.E.I. riding
OTTAWA - Veteran Liberal MP Wayne Easter has decided not to run for a tenth term in Parliament. The one-time cabinet minister says he won't seek re-election in the Prince Edward Island riding of Malpe...
Jun 14, 2021

Experts divided on whether COVID-19 rules should be eased for fully vaccinated adults
As provinces accelerate their efforts to get their populations fully vaccinated against COVID-19, some people are calling for the federal government to issue clear guidance on what people can do once ...
Jun 14, 2021

Road rage near 108 Mile Elementary during school hours
108 MILE RANCH, B.C. - A road rage incident happened within the 108 Mile Elementary school zone Monday (June 14) morning.100 Mile House RCMP said two drivers pulled over into the school parking late a...
Jun 14, 2021

Former Nanaimo mayor Graeme Roberts passes away
NANAIMO - Flags are at half mast at Nanaimo City Hall to recognize the passing of a former mayor. Graeme Roberts, who held the top elected position in Nanaimo for two years after defeating Frank J. Ne...
Jun 14, 2021