Organizers hold ninth annual memorial for B.C. Mountie killed by impaired driver
Const. Sarah Beckett was fatally struck by Kenneth Fenton, who had alcohol, cocaine and marijuana in his system when he was evading police on April 5, 2016.
Crime
Apr 15
American man deported after failed attempt to smuggle Mexican family from B.C. into U.S.
According to the hearing, Andres Alberto Beckett was to be paid $1,500 to facilitate the family’s entry into the U.S. from the South Okanagan.
Crime
Apr 17
Furious third period comeback in Oshawa stretches London Knights point streak to 23 games
The London Knights were down 3-0 with under 12 minutes to play and won 4-3.
Sports
Feb 11
Recruitment a ‘key priority,’ education minister says amid Vancouver teacher shortage
Education Minister Rachna Singh acknowledged the labour shortage Friday, at the opening of the new replacement Burnaby North Secondary School.
Education
Feb 2
Is it too cold to walk your dog? Some tips on how to keep your pets warm
In the icy grip of a cold snap, Canadian pet owners are navigating the fine line between ensuring their furry companions get enough exercise and protecting them from the cold.
Weather
Jan 17
Happy Paw-lidays! Global News readers share their adorable pet photos
This bunch of Santa's little yelpers are making the season merry and bright.
Lifestyle
Dec 24, 2023
Halifax Transit welcomes first electric bus, with more to follow
Halifax Transit’s first electric bus arrived last week, and there are plans for 200 buses to follow by the end of 2024. Still, advocates are concerned about overcrowding.
Canada
Dec 13, 2023
Happy Howl-o-ween! Global News readers share their pets’ best costumes
We asked you, Global News readers, to send in photos of your four-legged friends celebrating the season and you certainly delivered!
Lifestyle
Oct 31, 2023
Frontenacs beat Generals 4-3 in Mann’s coaching debut
The Troy Mann era for the Frontenacs kicked off Friday night as they hosted their division rivals the Oshawa Generals and in the end, the Frontenacs outlasted the Generals 4-3.
Sports
Oct 27, 2023
Envision Saint John proposes culture change for density to help housing crisis
Envision Saint John says there must be a culture change about density as the province and region looks to increase housing development amid growth.
Economy
Oct 5, 2023
‘Heartbreaking’: Nova Scotia clinics forced to turn away patients amid doctor shortage
The waitlist for getting a family doctor has climbed beyond 150,000 residents, according to Nova Scotia Health — about 15 per cent of the province’s population.
Health
Aug 22, 2023
Could Niger’s turmoil echo Syria — and give extremists a new foothold?
West African states will hold a summit on Thursday to discuss Niger's junta, after backing down from military intervention, as fears of a power vacuum grow.
Politics
Aug 9, 2023
Experts predict new carbon tax will increase EV demand in Atlantic Canada
They expect the interest in EVs will continue to climb now that the carbon tax is driving up fuel costs. But a question remains: can the Atlantic provinces keep up with the demand?
Canada
Jul 4, 2023
Abortion clinic ‘buffer zone’ law could soon be on the way to Supreme Court
The Manhattan-based 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said the law adopted last year by Westchester County, New York, was valid under a 2000 Supreme Court ruling.
U.S. News
Jun 21, 2023
Winnipeg Blue Bombers release veteran kicker Marc Liegghio
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers released 25 players and assigned 13 others to the practice roster on Saturday to get down to a league-mandated 45-man roster by 10 p.m. CT.
Sports
Jun 4, 2023
N.S. man who murdered girlfriend sentenced to life in prison, no parole eligibility for 11 years
A Nova Scotia man who murdered his girlfriend in an act of domestic violence in April 2020 was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday, with no parole eligibility for 11 years.
Crime
May 16, 2023
BC SPCA pet food banks struggle to keep up with rising demand
The BC SPCA says demand for its pet food banks has risen over the past few months due to the impacts of wildfire evacuations and rising costs and inflation.
Canada
May 27, 2023
Major inter-provincial drug trafficking operation taken down by Sask. RCMP, Regina Police
Ten people from across western Canada are being charged after a “major” inter-provincial drug trafficking operation was taken down by Saskatchewan RCMP and Regina Police.
Crime
May 19, 2023
Video captures suspected impaired driver pulled from smoking Markham, Ont. car
When they went outside, they saw a black SUV with smoke coming from it, its wheels still spinning.
Crime
May 16, 2023
Child injured after hit-and-run at Markham playground, impaired charge laid: police
York Regional Police said on Sunday at 8:35 p.m., officers received reports of an injured child at a school playground on Becket Avenue.
Crime
May 15, 2023