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Renewed sense of hope for Toronto Santa Claus Parade’s future: CEOThe Toronto Santa Clause Parade faces financial challenges but, with public and government support, they are working hard to secure its future and keep the magic alive.CanadaNov 20
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‘Total challenge’: Rising cost of baby supplies pushes vulnerable Ontario mothers to the brinkCommunity shelters for new mothers and infants are working hard to make ends meet as costs for baby supplies and housing continue to increase.EconomyNov 19
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Ottawa police lay more than 140 charges in major organized crime probeAfter an extensive 18-month investigation, Ottawa police says it has wrapped up an operation targeting a violent criminal network that was distributing illegal narcotics in Ottawa.CrimeNov 14
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4 of 4: Last supermoon of the year to light up Canadian skiesCatch the fourth and final supermoon of the year, the beaver moon, this Friday as it lights up the night sky, marking 2024's celestial finale.CanadaNov 13
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Community shows overwhelming support after fire damages beloved pub in Saint AndrewsA beloved pub in the town of Saint Andrews has burned down after a fire started in the storage area. Although there are no injuries, the damages will be costly.CanadaNov 12
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Ontario farm closes after 8 generations: It’s part of a growing ‘generational’ shiftThe Lindley family will be 'winding down' its fruit and vegetable operation after eight generations of farming in the Hamilton area.EconomyNov 12
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2 overdose deaths in Montreal lead to call for action among Indigenous communityTwo deaths on the streets of Montreal have advocates calling attention to the overdose crisis and are also raising questions about the need for more resources in the community.CanadaNov 5
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Brantford police looking for suspects in $1,200 butter theftBrantford police are investigating a butter theft at a grocery store. They're also working with police in Guelph to see if this case is connected to thefts there.CrimeNov 4
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‘Very unsettling’: Customers say rideshare drivers in Ontario improperly chargingIn a recent video circulating on social media, one woman shares her emotional experience using a rideshare app when trying to get back home late at night, sparking safety concerns.ConsumerNov 2
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Dog killed after morning shooting outside Durham, Ont., apartment complexAn incident at an apartment complex has left a dog shot and in serious condition in Whitby, Ont. Police are investigating the shooting.CrimeOct 31
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$200K for ‘mediocre care’: Parkinson’s fight draining Ontario coupleAccording to a economic report conducted by Parkinson Canada, the disease comes with a hefty price tag for patients and caregivers, with costs expected to hit $4.4 billion by 2034.HealthOct 29
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‘Gruesome conditions’: Activists urge Ontario to ban applications for new trial pensAnimal organizations are calling for a ban on Ontario's decision to accept new applications for train and trial pens where hunting dogs pit and chase wildlife.PoliticsOct 26
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‘Large-scale butter thefts’: Ontario city sees $2K in product stolen from 2 storesGuelph police say they are investigating after large quantities of butter were reported stolen from two grocery stores last week.EconomyOct 22
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Ontario man shot after letting 6-year-old play with gun, police allegeIn a Hamilton police crackdown, five new arrests have been made during an ongoing investigation to tackle the recent spur of shootings in the city.CrimeOct 21
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Officer charged with failing to provide life-saving aid during callA Durham regional police officer has been charged with failing to provide the necessaries of life following an investigation into an incident that took place in March.CrimeOct 21
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N.S. man with PTSD denied entry to rink over documentation for service dogA Nova Scotia man speaks out after being denied entry into a community centre with his service dog, who is trained to assist him medically.CanadaOct 18
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Taylor Swift’s 6 Toronto shows expected to bring $282M economic boostToronto will be seeing over $282 million in economic impact and over $152 million in direct spending during Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.EconomyOct 15
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‘Look at these crazy people’: Video shows 2 visitors jumping fence at Niagara FallsIn a video circulating on social media, two visitors can be seen over the Niagara Falls fence taking photos and videos of themselves, at the edge of the gorge.CanadaOct 15
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‘Heartbreaking’: Ontario food charity closes as high costs, low donations take tollOne of Kingston's most beloved food charities, Loving Spoonful, will be ceasing its operations, mirroring a greater national struggle with food insecurity.EconomyOct 11
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‘This must stop’: Hamilton a city on edge as gun violence hits record highThe city of Hamilton is grappling with the effects of record-breaking shootings as the community voices concerns about the ongoing gun violence and crime rates.CrimeOct 8
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‘They’re filling strollers’: Inflation leading to theft at Ontario apple farmsOntario apple farms are worried about slow business as inflation and food insecurity drives visitors away from wanting to buy their locally grown produce.EconomyOct 5
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Hamilton’s largest water main ‘failing,’ shares same part seen in Calgary, Montreal burstsHamilton is rushing to fix a leak in its largest water main that shares the same material of two burst pipes that caused significant flooding in Calgary and Montreal this year.CanadaOct 2
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‘This is real, mom?’: New Brunswick woman celebrates $1M Lotto Max prizeAn 80-year old New Brunswick woman bought a ticket for the record-breaking Lotto Max draw last month. She didn't win the big one, but still has a million reasons to smile.MoneyOct 1
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4 more charged in Ontario Porsche theft, another luxury vehicle stolenFour more individuals have been arrested in relation to the theft and recovery of two luxury SUVs. Two adults and two minors have been charged.CrimeSep 27
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