On May 4, legendary Seattle grunge rockers Pearl Jam return to Vancouver for the first time in years, launching their 35-date Dark Matter tour with a concert at Rogers Arena. The highly anticipated event has a former radio promotions manager reminiscing about one of the most memorable concert promotion events in Vancouver history: a private show for the most dedicated Pearl Jam fans in town – and the tickets were absolutely free.
Category: Canada
Winnipeg Blue Bombers trade down to select receiver in 2nd round
After making a trade of draft picks, the Blue Bombers used the first of their 10 selections in the CFL Draft on receiver Kevens Clercius at 13th overall.
Nashville forces Game 6 with 2-1 win over Canucks
The Nashville Predators beat the Vancouver Canucks Tuesday night, forcing the first-round series to go to game six.
No. 1 CFL draft pick aims to make Elks roster this season
Joel Dublanko didn’t have to wait long to learn where he’ll be starting his CFL career. The Edmonton Elks selected the rugged linebacker first overall in the CFL draft Tuesday night. The six-foot-three, 240-pound Dublanko was regarded as the most pro-ready draft prospect.
Woman stabbed in downtown Toronto, suspect fled scene, say police
Police are searching for a suspect after a woman was stabbed in downtown Toronto on Tuesday night.
Toronto’s CafeTO program is ‘back on track’ for 2024, says Chow
Toronto’s CafeTO program is “back on track” for 2024, says Mayor Olivia Chow.
Serious crash closes Highway 22 in M.D. of Ranchland
A serious collision in the Municipal District of Ranchland, Alta., has left Highway 22 impassable in both directions, Mounties say.
Michael Massey lifts Royals over Blue Jays 4-1
Michael Massey’s two-run homer gave Kansas City a lead it never relinquished as the Royals beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Tuesday.
‘That fire was jumping roads’: Sask. First Nation councillor pleads for caution in wake of runaway grass fire
A band councillor at Red Pheasant Cree Nation says he’s considering putting up surveillance cameras around the community in the wake of a runaway grass fire that nearly destroyed several homes on Monday.
Person killed in apartment fire in Montreal’s Pointe-aux-Trembles neighbourhood
The Montreal police (SPVM) arson squad is investigating after a person was killed in an apartment fire on Tuesday night in the Pointe-aux-Trembles neighbourhood.
