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Two-time Stanley Cup champion, Jack Adams winner Bob Murdoch dies age 76
Bob Murdoch, a two-time Stanley Cup champion and a former NHL defenceman has died at the age of 76. The NHL Alumni Association announced his passing on Friday. Murdoch played for the Montreal Canadien...
Aug 04, 2023

Saints' Kamara suspended for 3 games, apologizes for role in 2022 fight, thanks Goodell for meeting
METAIRIE, La. (AP) - Saints star running back Alvin Kamara and Colts defensive back Chris Lammons each have been suspended for three regular-season games by the NFL because of their involvement in a F...
Aug 04, 2023

Saints' Kamara suspended for 3 games, apologizes for role in 2022 fight, thanks Goodell for meeting
METAIRIE, La. (AP) - Saints star running back Alvin Kamara and Colts defensive back Chris Lammons each have been suspended for three regular-season games by the NFL because of their involvement in a F...
Aug 04, 2023

Higher civil claims limit now in effect
As of August 1, Albertans can now represent themselves more effectively in civil claims court matters and save time and money on legal costs.To make the civil claims process simpler and more cost effe...
Aug 04, 2023

Canada's Leylah Fernandez loses to Greece's Maria Sakkari at Citi Open
WASHINGTON - Canada's Leylah Annie Fernandez has been eliminated from the Citi Open in straight sets. She lost to Greece's Maria Sakkari 7-5, 6-2 in the Round of 16 of the event in Washington, D.C. Sa...
Aug 04, 2023

Alberta government says no to possible bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games
CALGARY - Alberta's government has pulled the plug on a possible 2030 Commonwealth Games bid citing financial risk.Alberta's 2030 bid committee called the move an "unexpected decision" as the group ha...
Aug 04, 2023

Nagorno-Karabakh: Canada says Armenians face 'deteriorating humanitarian situation'
OTTAWA - The Canadian government is again blaming Azerbaijan for escalating tensions in its Nagorno-Karabakh region, saying it is concerned about the "deteriorating humanitarian situation" for Armenia...
Aug 04, 2023

Ticats rookie Powell to make second CFL start versus Montreal Alouettes
HAMILTON - Taylor Powell hasn't had any soft touches to start his CFL career. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats' rookie quarterback made his first CFL start versus the unbeaten Toronto Argonauts - the defending...
Aug 04, 2023

Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services receives mandate letter
Premier Danielle Smith has issued a mandate letter to Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services Jason Nixon calling on him to strengthen Alberta's systems to support the most vulnerable in th...
Aug 04, 2023

Washington Capitals sign power forward Tom Wilson to a 7-year extension worth $45.5 million
Tom Wilson is staying with the Washington Capitals for the long term after getting a new contract that could keep the homegrown power forward with the team for his entire NHL career. Wilson signed a s...
Aug 04, 2023