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Kingston leaders call on Ontario to support marine conservation in Great LakesKingston councillors are calling on the federal and provincial governments to undertake a feasibility assessment for the creation of a protected marine area in Lake Ontario.EnvironmentMay 22
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Ontario city considers $300 fines when pets are left in hot vehiclesFollowing an early summer heat wave, the City of London is considering the implementation of a new fine for owners who leave their pets in hot vehicles.CanadaMay 22
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Montreal farm recalls broccoli microgreens for possible E. coli contaminationA Montreal-based farm has issued a recall for its broccoli microgreens due to possible E. coli contamination, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency says.HealthMay 22
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‘Help us’: Ontario Indigenous woman’s murder still unsolved 2 decades laterOPP are renewing calls for assistance in the investigation of the homicide of an Indigenous woman that occurred nearly two decades ago in Cobourg, Ont.CrimeMay 20
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Over $25K in illegal drugs seized in Niagara drug trafficking investigationFour people were arrested and more than $25,000 worth of illicit drugs were seized following a drug trafficking investigation in the Niagara Region.CrimeMay 19
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Ontario First Nation issues alert as TikTok ‘Benadryl challenge’ resurfacesNipissing First Nation has issued an alert, saying some young people are purposely taking high doses of Benadryl, a common allergy medication.HealthMay 19
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Flood at Kenora, Ont. hospital caused by broken washroom pipeA break in a washroom pipe caused damage to 25 per cent of the space at Lake of the Woods District Hospital, hospital officials confirmed Friday.HealthMay 15
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30 cm of snow to 30 C: Long weekend weather varies greatly across CanadaMultiple weather systems are bringing a mixed bag of weather across Canada for the long weekend, with snow and wind in the Prairies and above-seasonal temperatures across Ontario.WeatherMay 15
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‘My heart is so full’: Ontario resident wins Lotto 6/49 $44M jackpotEmidio S. is from a small town and said he never had big dreams. That’s why he was overcome with emotion when he learned he won the Lotto 6-49 jackpot of $44 million.CanadaMay 15
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ServiceOntario worker among 4 charged in vehicle fraud investigationA ServiceOntario employee is among four people who have been charged in an investigation into the resale of stolen, re‑vinned vehicles across the province.CrimeMay 14
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Flood at northern Ontario hospital prompts capacity concerns, possible CAF supportAs a northern Ontario hospital grapples with a flood that damaged 25 per cent of its physical space, there is concern that seasonal surges could affect the delivery of care.HealthMay 14
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BC Ferries says disruptions possible during peak season, focusing on recoveryBC Ferries said it is ready for peak season, but is also being 'realistic' about pressures on the system, officials said following a series of disruptions earlier this spring.CanadaMay 13
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Brockville police identify mother, daughters killed in triple homicidePolice have released the identities of the three homicide victims as LouWanda Elliot, 49, Mackayla, 17, and Nikita, 15. They were found at a residence in Brockville on May 7.CrimeMay 13
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2 arrested in Ontario-wide counterfeit licence plate investigationPeel Regional Police arrested two individuals in connection with counterfeit licence plates that are linked to multiple criminal investigations across Canada.CrimeMay 13
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Toronto risks ‘collapse’ if cars flood streets during World Cup games: planning expertAn urban planning expert says an increased use of public transit during World Cup matches is crucial to ensure the event runs smoothly.TrafficMay 12
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Latest fire extinguished at Thorncliffe Park condo, remedial work on holdOne week after a second fire broke out in between the walls of a Thorncliffe Park condo, fire operations have ended and the buildings have been turned over to property management.FireMay 11
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Barrie police ‘confident’ $100K reward will lead to answers in 2005 murderThe Barrie Police Service says it is 'confident' that someone has information that could help solve a 2005 murder and is offering $100,000 for tips that lead to an arrest.CrimeMay 11
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Brockville police seek video footage in triple homicide investigationBrockville police are asking the public to share surveillance video from last Wednesday and Thursday as part of an investigation into a triple homicide.CrimeMay 11
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Arrest made after 3 people shot at with replica gun in suspected hate crime outside Toronto synagoguePolice say they arrested an 18-year-old from Vaughan Friday and charged him with several weapons offences in connection with the incidents.CrimeMay 8
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Brockville teen accused of murdering woman, girls in ‘unspeakable tragedy’One youth has been charged with first-degree murder and assaulting a police officer after three people were found dead inside a home.CrimeMay 8
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Saskatoon infectious disease lab searches for hantavirus treatmentResearch from a Saskatoon-based infectious disease lab looks at the difference in the immune response between humans and rodents to identify a treatment approach for hantavirus.HealthMay 7
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‘Safer snorting’ cocaine pamphlet distributed at Ontario high schoolThe Canadian Mental Health Association says it regrets that 'unvetted materials' about cocaine use were distributed at an Ontario school during Mental Health Awareness Week.CanadaMay 7
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Tragically Hip ice cream celebrates band’s Canadian rootsKawartha Dairy has announced a partnership with The Tragically Hip to bring the most Canadian of flavours to its parlours and store shelves.CanadaMay 6
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Three people in custody after fiery crash near Saskatoon’s Idylwyld DriveAn 82-year-old man was sent to hospital in critical condition after a vehicle fleeing police struck another vehicle, which burst into flames.FireMay 5
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Toronto highrise fire sparked by work to remediate damage after previous blazeA fire between the walls of two Thorncliffe Park condos was ignited during remedial work for an original fire that burned for several weeks late last year, Toronto fire says.FireMay 5
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