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Blue Jays rookie Spencer Miles missteps in start against White Sox
15+ hour, 40+ min ago (492+ words) TORONTO — Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider said in a pre-game interview that Spencer Miles had been one of the team’s best pitchers so far this season. Unfortunately, Miles then turned in one of his worst performances of the year....
George Springer returns to Blue Jays outfield for first time this season
22+ hour, 50+ min ago (452+ words) TORONTO — George Springer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays outfield for the first time this season. The 36-year-old Springer started in left field on Friday night as Toronto opened up a three-game series against the Chicago White Sox. Blue…...
Elks ride Blanchard’s leg, defence to 19-17 win as Lions lose Rourke to injury
20+ hour, 50+ min ago (603+ words) EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks are showing signs they may have finally gotten their act together. Vincent Blanchard kicked four field goals as the Elks continued their superb start to the CFL season, holding on for a 19-17 victory over the B.C....
Sloppy Tempo turnovers help Dream dominate in second half en route to victory
21+ hour, 18+ min ago (467+ words) TORONTO — Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello had plenty to moan about on Friday. The jean-jacket-wearing Brondello, like most of the 8,210 at the Coca-Cola Coliseum, had a beef with the officiating crew of Tiara Cruse, Toni Patillo and Sarah Williams....
CFJC Midday — Hummingbird season with Wilf Birds Unlimted
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (39+ words) CFJC Today Kamloops CFJC Midday — Hummingbird season with Wilf Birds Unlimted KAMLOOPS — Kurtis Huston from Wild Bird Unlimited Kamloops joins Midday to discuss the best tips and tricks for Hummingbird feeders....
Fire-ravaged First Nations community accuses Ottawa of denying it federal aid
21+ hour, 32+ min ago (1406+ words) OTTAWA — A small First Nations community in Ontario that was burned to the ground by a raging wildfire on Monday is being deprived of the help it needs because the federal government doesn’t recognize it as a First Nation, the…...
Fires from coast to coast: A look at the wildfire situation across the country
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (705+ words) Just over 900 fires are burning across Canada, the national wildland fire summary indicates. Of those, 122 are listed out of control. Smoke from those fires is choking out millions in major cities across North America. Here’s a brief look at what…...
Canadian Tre Ford gets start for Ticats versus Toronto Argonauts
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (842+ words) HAMILTON — As a backup quarterback, Canadian Tre Ford is used to making do with mental reps during practice. So being forced to do so this week due to air-quality issues doesn’t bother Ford, who’ll make his first start for the…...
Kamloops man to continue river safety crusade as city removes ‘unauthorized’ signs
1+ day, 15+ min ago (589+ words) KAMLOOPS — A Kamloops man is continuing his crusade to raise awareness about water safety, even as he’s been told by the city to stop posting what they say are unauthorized warning signs. Robert Griffiths is on a mission to let…...
Kamloops Classic swimmers in fine form in home pool at provincial championships
23+ hour, 55+ min ago (463+ words) KAMLOOPS — Ten Kamloops Classic Swimming athletes are competing at the Swim BC Summer Provincial Championships this week at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre. “It’s nice that it’s in our home pool because we practise here every day and we know…...