In the muck, beneath a mobile home, volunteers with a veteran-led disaster response group, clear mud and debris after flash floods hit a small B.C. community hard just over a week ago.
Month: July 2024
Edmonton police shooting of Matthew Arkangelo criticized: ‘Seems like he was just gunned down’
The final moments of Matthew Arkangelo’s life found him standing in front of an EPS officer, with his hands up, before a bullet went through the young man’s body and he died.
Why are some B.C. Hudson’s Bay stores closed? Company says it’s working on it
“The current heatwave has caused strain on HVAC systems in certain Hudson’s Bay locations,” the organization said in a statement. It says they are working to resolve the problem.
Toronto man charged for allegedly pointing firearm at driver
A 50-year-old man is facing nearly a dozen charges after allegedly pointing a firearm at the driver of a vehicle during a dispute in the city’s Rockcliffe-Smythe two weeks ago.
Hot weather brings high demand to Winnipeg outdoor pools
As temperatures heat up across southern Manitoba, people in Winnipeg are flocking to city-run swimming pools to try and cool down. But with the high demand, some facilities are struggling to keep up.
Blue Bombers gearing up to tackle hunger
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are back in action Friday at Princess Auto Stadium – and the Blue and Gold are hoping fans don’t come empty-handed.
From polar bears to pets, here’s how animals are keeping cool during Calgary’s heat wave
As the sun continues to beat down on Calgary, the pair of polar bears at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo are more than happy to splash around.
Picnic shelters closed at Mohawk Park
Several picnic shelters at Mohawk Park have been closed to the public so the city can determine their structural integrity. A public notice issued by the city on Tuesday said shelters A, B, C, D, and E, 51 Lynwood Dr. have been closed as a precautionary measure following “reported concerns.” “Members of the public are […]
Stage 3 outdoor water restrictions continue in Calgary
The City of Calgary says more time is needed to stabilize the water distribution system. Calgary’s current Stage 3 outdoor water restrictions will remain.
NATO allies pledge new air defence systems for Ukraine to ‘stop Putin’
The U.S. and other NATO allies said at Tuesday’s summit they will send Ukraine dozens of air defense systems in the coming months, including at least four Patriot systems.
