Northern Bear Golf Course opens for the season without iconic clubhouse
A fire in January may have destroyed the clubhouse of the Northern Bear Golf Course in Strathcona County, but the golf season is still getting underway. Lisa MacGregor has more on the changes made to make it happen.
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton
May 7
Golf pro Scottie Scheffler says arrest ahead of PGA Championship was big misunderstanding
The planet’s best male golfer traded his clubs for a pair of handcuffs today. On what was supposed to be a routine drive to work, Masters Tournament champion Scottie Scheffler ended up under arrest — over what the golfer is calling a big misunderstanding. Eric Sorenson reports.
Crime
May 17
Tennessee storms: Floods, a tornado, and ‘golf-ball-sized’ hail wreak havoc
Parts of Tennessee were hit by severe storms, with flooding and a tornado wreaking havoc in the state. A tornado touched down in Columbia, Tenn., on May 8, which toppled trees, damaged homes, and sent debris flying. According to local media, at least one death has been confirmed, and several other people were injured. Flash...
U.S. News
May 9
Northern Bear Golf Course ready to welcome golfers amid fire recovery process
A fire this past winter gutted the clubhouse of the Northern Bear Golf Course in Strathcona County. General manager Blair McDowell joined Vinesh Pratap with an update on rebuilding efforts.
Global News at Noon Edmonton
May 7
‘Look good, play good.’ Airdrie golfer, 14, earning style points with junior golf clothing line
A young golfer from Airdrie is turning heads, not just because of his game, but his clothes. Moses Woldu has more on how a new clothing line aimed at junior players is a hole in one.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
May 10
City run golf courses open for season in Calgary
It’s better late than never for Calgary golf courses as they open for spring. Officials say this marks the latest opening for city courses in six years but the rush is on to tee off on a new season.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Apr 10
Winnipeg golf range opens for season: ‘We really haven’t stopped’
There may still be a little snow on the ground, but it wasn’t enough to deter some eager golfers from breaking out their clubs. On Monday, a handful of keeners showed up at Shooters Family Golf Centre’s driving range, now that it’s officially open.
Weather
Apr 1
Vandals hit number of Vancouver golf courses
Police are investigating after vandals hit a number of golf courses in Vancouver recently — the latest being McCleery on Saturday night.
Global News at Noon BC
Mar 25
Winnipeg golfers had year-round range time thanks to warm weather: golf course manager
On Monday, Shooters Family Golf Centre & Restaurant services manager Amy Cerezani said the driving range has been open to golfers for 12 consecutive months which “has never happened in Shooters’ 31 years of business.”
Apr 1
Golfing, gardening may be linked to ALS risk
Research published in the Journal of Neurological Sciences earlier this year found that outdoor recreational activities, such as golfing, woodworking and hunting may increase a person’s likelihood of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), especially among men.
Health
Mar 20
Jake Lane from Fort St. John to play in RBC Canadian Open
B.C. golf professional Jake Lane is about to tee it up in the biggest golf tournament of his young career. Jay Janower reports.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
May 14
Weekend Tee: AJ Ewart starts 2024 on winning note
Fresh off a win at the Vancouver Golf Tour’s Sandpiper Open, AJ Ewart talks to Jay Janower about his expectations for the upcoming golf season and where he sees his future.
Global News Morning BC
May 4
Cheam First Nation buys Fraser Valley golf course
The Cheam First Nation has taken one step closer to its dream of building a new tourist attraction in the Fraser Valley. But as Alissa Thibault reports, it’s competing with another much larger proposal, and still waiting for government action.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Mar 1
Right whale entangled in Gulf of St. Lawrence
While a North Atlantic right whale has been spotted in Canadian waters for the first time this season, it is entangled in fishing gear in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Heidi Petracek explains how rescuers are trying to free the whale, known as Shelagh, one of only 356 right whales left on Earth; and what’s...
Global National
May 15
Black Gold Brute Race Obstacle Course Race returns
Whether you are a seasoned veteran of obstacle races or a first timer, the Black Gold Brute Race Obstacle Course Race is back and bigger than ever, with over 30 obstacles and a 10-kilometre run. Organizers, Rob Perry and Amanda Williams share the details of the Drayton Valley event.
Global News Morning Edmonton
May 11
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton: May 7
In this Tuesday, May 7, 2024 edition of Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton with Carole Anne Devaney and Scott Roberts, a plane gets stuck in the mud at the Edmonton International Airport, much-needed rain falling across Alberta is a welcome sight but more is needed to avoid drought, the Northern Bear Golf Course opens...
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton
May 7
China’s extreme weather continues with deadly tornado, massive hail, snowstorm
A tornado struck the city of Guangzhou in southern China, killing five people and injuring 33, state broadcaster CCTV reported on Saturday, citing local authorities. Plus, a heavy hailstorm lashed the city of Fuzhou in China’s southern Jiangxi province on Sunday, while the northern part of Hebei province was blanketed in snow over the weekend....
Weather
Apr 29
Pearson gold heist: arrests made but very little gold recovered
One year after thieves stole $20 million in gold from a warehouse at Pearson airport, Peel police announced half a dozen arrests. They included one Air Canada employee and another is being sought. But as Sean O’Shea reports, almost all of the gold is gone.
Canada
Apr 17
Cochrane photographer wins gold medal at World Photographic Cup
A Cochrane professional photographer marked a career milestone over the weekend, winning a gold medal at the World Photographic Cup for her picture of an owl staring at her in the night. We chat with Jacquie Matechuk on Global News Morning Calgary about capturing the stunning photo and being recognized for it.
Global News Morning Calgary
Apr 30
Saskatoon golfers hit the course for the first game of 2024
On Wednesday, Saskatoon golf enthusiasts enjoyed a beautiful day by hitting the course saying they’re “happy to be back outside because simulators are no match for the real thing.”
Apr 24