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Calgary man faces terrorism charges after allegedly joining Islamic State
CALGARY - RCMP have laid terrorism-related charges against a Calgary man following what they say is a seven year investigation. Hussein Sobhe Borhot, who is 34, is charged with participation in a...
Jul 22, 2020
Terrace RCMP seize weapons, drugs and money after a report of an erratic driver
TERRACE-A report of an erratic driver led RCMP in Terrace to seize drugs, cash, and weapons at a traffic stop last week.On July 17 at around 11 p.m. a Terrace police officer was on Lakelse Ave. when h...
Jul 22, 2020
Funding for long-term care needed before second wave of COVID-19: advocates
OTTAWA - With an uptick in new cases of COVID-19 in Canada sparking concerns about a second wave of the illness, advocates for seniors in long-term care say more federal support must start flowin...
Jul 22, 2020
Heritage Minister Guilbeault non-commital about financial assistance for CFL
OTTAWA - It seems the CFL shouldn't be holding its breath for much-needed financial assistance from the Canadian government. Earlier this month, the CFL submitted a revised financial request...
Jul 22, 2020
Raptors Davis and Ibaka use media call to appeal for justice for Breonna Taylor
Terence Davis is using his platform for things bigger than basketball. In Wednesday's media availability, the Toronto Raptors rookie's message was brief and direct. He answered his one ...
Jul 22, 2020
Northern organizations benefit from $113,872 in funding to help rebuild province post COVID-19
PRINCE GEORGE-Five social purpose organizations in northern B.C. and the Cariboo are benefitting from funding to aid in the build back of the province post COVID-19.$113,872 are being distributed betw...
Jul 22, 2020
AP-NORC poll: Very few Americans back full school reopening
BOSTON - Virtual instruction. Mandated masks. Physical distancing. The start of school will look very different this year because of the coronavirus - and that's OK with the vast majority of Americans...
Jul 22, 2020
DC mayor to order mandatory masks as infections rise again
WASHINGTON - With coronavirus cases rising, Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said Wednesday that she will issue an executive order making face masks mandatory outside the home - an unprecedented st...
Jul 22, 2020
United sees revenue stalling at 50% without a virus vaccine
United Airlines executives said Wednesday that travel will rise when the number of new coronavirus cases drops but airline revenue will stall around 50% of pre-pandemic levels until there is a vaccine...
Jul 22, 2020
Prince Rupert Port Authority recognizes companies for sustainable practices
PRINCE RUPERT-The Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) is recognizing five companies for participating in sustainable practices.COSCO, Maersk, B.C. Ferries, Ocean Network Express and Pacific Basin are ...
Jul 22, 2020