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Water key during extreme heat for those experiencing homelessness in Regina – Regina

Descrease article font size Increase article font size As most of the province hits sizzling hot temperatures this week, the well-being of the homeless community in this heat is what concerns local organizations. “The major concern is dehydration,” said Carmichael Outreach Development Coordinator Chrysta Garner. “We are always looking for … …

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Raptors re-sign veteran guard-forward Temple

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted July 6, 2024 1:19 pm Updated July 6, 2024 5:46 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors have re-signed veteran guard-forward Garrett Temple. The team did not disclose the length of the contract or …

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Winnipeg Sea Bears, Buckets and Borders revamp downtown basketball court – Winnipeg

A downtown basketball court got a well-needed makeover and its grand opening was Sunday, bringing in people from the community to celebrate the new addition to the neighbourhood. The court is located next to the Mayfair Recreation Centre and the Sea Bears supported and promoted the refurbishment which was headed …

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Remnants of Hurricane Beryl expected to hit Canada, torrential downpours possible

Remnants of Hurricane Beryl are set to hit parts of Canada this week, bringing the threat of localized flooding for some. Beryl made landfall on the Texas coast early Monday as a Category 1 hurricane with a dangerous storm surge and strong winds. “After making landfall on the Gulf coast …

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Manitoba Derby removed from race series due to horse quarantine – Winnipeg

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The discovery of an illness at Assiniboia Downs in mid-June has led to the removal of the Manitoba Derby from the Western Canadian Derby Series’ 2024 race season. The Downs said Monday that a case of equine infections anemia was found to …

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Vernon beaches affected by sewage leak remain closed – Okanagan

Descrease article font size Increase article font size As heat continues to bear down on the Okanagan, Vernon, B.C., residents still don’t have access to several beaches where they could have otherwise found a reprieve. The City of Vernon said earlier Monday that a public notice of closure will remain …

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Owner arrested after he ‘directs’ dog to attack woman in Cobourg, Ont.: police

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The owner of a dog faces multiple charges after police allege he directed the canine to attack a woman in Cobourg, Ont., early Sunday. The Cobourg Police Service says around 12:40 a.m., officers responded to a report of a dog attacking a …

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Canada can’t catch a break from the heat. Will it last all summer?

A sizzling heat wave has Canada and the United States in its grip as a global streak of the hottest months continues to shatter records. Heat warnings were in place on Monday in parts of eight provinces — British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward …

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