Lakefield, Ont., couple celebrates $70 million Lotto Max win
A Lakefield, Ont., couple say it was a daunting task to keep the secret of their $70 million Lotto Max win. The OLG says Doug and Enid Hannon won the top prize in the Feb. 20 draw. Their winning ticket was purchased at a grocery store in the City of Kawartha Lakes. (OLG video)
Canada
Apr 25
What is Old Age Security (OAS) and Who is Eligible?
Financial Planner, Anne Gillis of KCCU Wealth Solutions, explains Old Age Security (OAS)
Global News Morning Kingston
May 2
5-year-old singer from Ajax viral singing sensation
A 5-year-old from Ontario is garnering worldwide attention with his voice. He’s the youngest contestant on “Canada’s Got Talent,” going viral on social media. Emma Convey reports.
May 2
Conservationist call for end to logging proposal in West Bragg Creek
Plans to clear-cut about 900 hectares in Kananaskis Country are stirring controversy among conservationists. Park users say the move would impact about 20 to 40 kilometers of popular trails near Bragg Creek. As Sarah Offin reports, they’re calling on the government to reject the proposal.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
May 1
Sentencing begins for Edmonton man who killed 7-year-old girl
Emotions were high in an Edmonton court room Friday as the sentencing hearing began for David Michael Moss , who was found guilty in the 2020 death of seven-year-old Bella Rose Desrosiers. As Sarah Ryan explains, the girl’s family shared their grief.
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton
May 10
Calgary man hopes to dazzle crowds with his old-fashioned flea circus
A Calgary man is having a lot of fun sharing his take on a classic sideshow act. As Gil Tucker shows us, it’s something he’s been itching to do for a long time, making a childhood dream come true.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
May 9
9-year-old Ontario pianist to perform child-prodigy concert with symphony
At just nine years old, Murasaki Matsutani of Waterloo, Ont., has already taken home second place in two international competitions. The young talent will now be performing in a concert centred entirely around the music of child prodigy composers, with a symphony that was headed for bankruptcy just last fall.
Canada
May 7
Hundreds mourn 16-year-old Halifax homicide victim
Hundreds of people gathered at a Halifax-area mosque to mourn the death of a 16-year-old the police have identified as the victim of a homicide. Members of the Muslim community are grappling with grief and anger, as they push for answers. Amber Fryday reports.
Global News at 6 Halifax
Apr 24
OEG expands fan park for Edmonton Oilers playoffs parties
A massive tent has been added to the fan experience in the Ice District, giving Edmonton Oilers fans shelter from inclement weather, and a place to sit to cheer on the team. Our Sarah Ryan reports live from the fan park east of Rogers Place.
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton
Apr 24
Funeral held for 3-month-old baby killed in wrong-way Highway 401 crash
The heartbroken family of a baby who died in a wrong-way crash on Highway 401 gathered to say goodbye Wednesday. Last week’s collision happened after a police chase that began with an alleged robbery at a liquor store. Caryn Lieberman reports.
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
May 8
Massive fire consumes old airport hangar in central Edmonton
A large fire broke out Monday night at Hangar 11, a Second World War-era building that was part of the former municipal airport, between the NAIT campus and Blatchford in central Edmonton.
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton
Apr 22
Meet Angel: The active and adventurous 7-year-old dog ready for a loving home
Jenna Kardal from the Calgary Humane Society discusses Angel, a seven-year-old active dog seeking an adventurous home. They also promote the upcoming Dog Jog fundraiser to end animal cruelty. Visit calgaryhumane.ca or call (403)205-455 for more information.
Global News at Noon Calgary
Apr 29
4-year-old boy killed in Brandon after running into trailer
A four-year-old boy in Brandon has died after running into the side of a trailer.
Apr 24
Florida police search for boater who fatally hit 15-year-old girl, then fled scene
Florida authorities are searching for a boater who struck and killed a 15-year-old girl on Saturday and then fled the scene. The fatal collision occurred near Nixon Beach in Key Biscayne, a barrier island off the coast of Miami, Fla., according to a Fish and Wildlife statement.
Crime
9 hours
Fire at Olds Association for Community Living deliberately set according to fire officials
A community space that helps people with special needs has been forced to board up their doors after a fire tore through their centre. As Craig Momney reports, it’s the third time this month the facility has been targeted by vandals.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Apr 24
Bibo restaurant reopens in Old Strathcona Hotel
After being closed since 2016, Bibo is back and better than ever! Reopening their doors in late January, the beloved wine bar is in the Old Strathcona Hotel. Paul Billows and Ayana Shiga share the new chapter.
Global News Morning Edmonton
Apr 13
98-year-old Ukrainian woman walks 10 km in slippers to escape Russian shelling
A 98-year-old Ukrainian woman said she walked 10 kilometres under shelling in just her slippers, supporting herself with sticks and sleeping on the ground. In a video posted by Ukraine’s police on social media on Monday, the woman — identified as Lidia Stepanivna — said she had walked without food or water, and fell several...
World
May 2
Decades-old wallet found and returned
A decades-old wallet has now brought together two families across provincial boundaries. The wallet was unearthed at a construction site in Penticton and recently returned to the owner’s widow. Taya Fast has more.
Apr 10
New report claims whole logs used for B.C. wood pellet production
A new report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives says Japan has become a huge market for wood pellets from B.C. and claims many of those pellets are made from whole logs, and not scrap wood, as the industry claims. Alissa Thibault has the details, and the government’s response to the allegations.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Apr 24
Whitby family speaks out after wrong way crash kills 3-month-old son, parents
A Whitby family is speaking out after a robbery suspect driving the wrong way crashed into and killed their parents and their three-month-old son last week. The couple said they are at a “complete loss of words” and do not have the courage to return home where all their son’s memories remain.
Canada
May 6