54 m. ago 'I’m extremely nervous': Students rock out on stage for Bluesfest's final night

Be in the Band and Blues in the Schools programs offer students chance to perform at Ottawa's biggest music festival.

Sport

6 h. ago Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto: Pato O’Ward wins first Canadian title

Mexico's Pato O'Ward finally won the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto on Sunday, giving the the seven-year veteran his first victory in Canada.

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7 h. ago SHAPIRO: Online media ecosystem an inaccurate gauge of American views

This week, Tucker Carlson spoke at Turning Point USA’s big event in Tampa, Florida. Without naming President Donald Trump, he unleashed on the Trump administration, suggesting it’s covering up a child sex trafficking ring and denigrating Trump’s victories thus far. “If you deny people what they actually want, long enough and instead substitute things you claim they should […]

Technology

8 h. ago Dog trainer gives tips on how to keep pooch healthy during heatwaves

As we enter the dog days of summer, knowing when to take Fido for a walk or a drive is important. It can prove challenging to know when it’s safe to take your dog out for a stroll or a cruise in an enclosed vehicle, especially during a heatwave like the ones experienced by residents […]

Science

8 h. ago As momentum keeps building, Blue Jays need to add pitching depth as July 31 trade deadline nears

A defining stretch for the Blue Jays is about to begin as they continue to enjoy the view atop the AL East. Following the team’s upcoming three-game series against the visiting Bronx Bombers, the Jays will be in Detroit for a four-game set before heading to Baltimore for a four-game series. By the time the […]

Economics

9 h. ago Pato O’Ward wins Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto for ninth career IndyCar win

TORONTO — Pato O’Ward has won the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto. It’s the seven-year IndyCar Series veteran’s first win on the course around Toronto’s Exhibition Place. Rinus Veekay finished second and Kyffin Simpson placed third. Colton Herta was the defending champion at Toronto and held pole position for today’s race but finished fourth. Toronto’s […]

Transport

11 h. ago Premiers meeting in Ontario to tackle Trump tariff ultimatum and internal trade barriers

Tariffs and trade are top of the agenda as the country’s premiers arrive in Ontario’s cottage country for a three-day meeting that comes at a pivotal time for both Canada-U.S. and domestic relations. The premiers’ summer gathering in Muskoka will also feature a Tuesday meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney, as trade talks with the […]

Economics

13 h. ago Japan’s governing coalition likely to lose upper house election, exit polls show

TOKYO (AP) — The governing coalition of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is likely to lose a majority in the smaller of Japan’s two parliamentary houses in a key election Sunday, according to exit polls, worsening the country’s political instability. Voters were deciding half of the 248 seats in the upper house, the less powerful of […]

Politics

14 h. ago The Doug Ford Doctrine: ‘We really have to flex our muscles’

Exclusive interview: The premier is bullish on Ontario, on Canada, and on Mark Carney. Ford says Ontario's ambitious plan 'will wake up President Trump real quick'

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23 h. ago Toronto house with visible holes in roof still expected to fetch $700,000

A Toronto home at 37 Allister Ave. has been in rough shape since 2018, when it sold for $777,000 — sight basically unseen.Back then, potential buyers weren't even allowed inside. The listing stated that viewings were limited to "walking the lot" with the agent, and that's probably what the buyers did since they never managed to do anything with the derelict three-bedroom, three-bathroom home.Eventually, they gave up on the house and sold it at a loss in 2024 for $750,000.The front of the house. Now, a year later, the property is in even worse condition. The roof is collapsing, gaping holes expose the interior to the elements, windows are boarded up with plywood, and the backyard has been swallowed by weeds.It's more haunted house than fixer-upper at this point.But it's back on the market—this time asking just $688,000, which is a full 30 per cent less than last month's hopeful $999,990 price tag. Clearly, that d...

Economics

23 h. ago Cruises in Muskoka offer breathtaking views of Ontario's cottage country

Cruises in Muskoka offer a chance to take in blue open waters, sprawling landscapes and fresh air — all just part of Ontario's natural charm.There's something about escaping the hustle and bustle of city life while cruising gently on the water, soaking in all that summer has to offer. Whether you want to spend a full day on the boat or just a few hours, you can find a great time waiting for you on any of these Muskoka cruises. So hop aboard, because sparkling shorelines and sunny afternoons could be on your horizon. Island Queen Cruise Did you know Georgian Bay is dotted with 30,000 islands? On this three-hour, non-stop cruise, you can explore part of the world's largest freshwater archipelago.Choose from two unique routes and get up close to some remote outer islands through a captain's eye view.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by 30,...

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27 h. ago FBI agent found guilty of raping 3 clients in his secret tattoo parlours

Enticed by the offer of a free tattoo, the 18-year-old arrived at a tiny studio run by “Lalo Brown” hidden inside a strip mall in suburban Maryland. Later, a 20-year-old and a 21-year-old were drawn into Brown’s operation by tattoos and promises of modeling photo shoots. What none of the women knew was that Lalo […]

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30 h. ago OPP investigating suspicious death in Bonfield, asks residents to stay alert

NORTH BAY — Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a suspicious death in a town north of Algonquin Provincial Park. Police say officers were called to a residence on Trunk Road in Bonfield, Ont., where they found one person dead. Officers say they haven’t confirmed the cause of death. But they are urging the public to […]

Economics

31 h. ago Reigning champion Colton Herta takes pole at Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto

Defending champion Colton Herta has earned pole position at the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto. He did the 11-turn, 2.874-kilometre course around Exhibition Place in downtown Toronto in 59.8320 seconds. IndyCar Series points leader Alex Palou was second, 0.2758 seconds behind Herta. Marcus Armstrong and Will Power were third and fourth respectively. Scott Dixon, a […]

Sport

33 h. ago New study details heavy toll of Trump tariffs on Ontario's auto sector

"Right now, businesses are just focused on keeping the doors open"

Economics

34 h. ago Environmental lawyers demand action on lead in school drinking water

Three of the school boards overseen by Ontario's Ministry of Education reported the highest number of lead exceedances in 2023-24.

Society

38 h. ago Teen in Ontario dies after being struck by plane that crashed on Lake Scugog: police

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is investigating

Events

38 h. ago Nanaimo singer Cameron Whitcomb tops 2025 Canadian Country Music Awards nominations

American Idol contestant Cameron Whitcomb is tied with Josh Ross, who is nominated in six CCMA categories.

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47 h. ago Toronto home priced close to $11 million is newer than you'd guess

Tucked away on one of Toronto's most prestigious and peaceful neighbourhoods, this custom-built Tudor-style estate looks like it was plucked from the pages of a British novel.But unlike an actual Tudor house, 67 Kingsway Cres. has every five-star modern amenity imaginable.Listed for a cool $10,600,000, this seven-bedroom, nearly 10,000-square-foot stunner sits on a ravine lot that feels completely secluded despite being 20 minutes (traffic permitting) from downtown Toronto.Whether you're lounging by the resort-style pool, wandering the manicured gardens, or sipping coffee on your terrace surrounded by forest views, the entire property oozes quiet luxury and serious old-money vibes.The office on the main floor. And then you go inside and you realize sometimes wealthy people with taste do own mansions. The sitting room off the primary bedroom. 67 Kingsway Cres. is a home with capital T taste.The formal living room.There's a mahogany-panelled living...

Economics

47 h. ago People are fighting to stop demolition of Ontario diner around for over 60 years

The Midway Diner in Barrie, Ontario, has been an iconic landmark for generations, but this retro landmark, which has served breakfast staples since the 1960s, is now facing the threat of demolition.A change.org petition posted by local resident Arnie Ivsins is calling for a stop to the impending demolition planned by the City, citing the diner as a vital piece of Barrie's rich history and identity."The Midway not only serves as a reminder of Barrie's early days, but also offers a sense of continuity and belonging in our rapidly changing city," the petition reads. Interior of the Midway Diner. Photo: change.orgThe campaign calls on Barrie's City Council, as well as heritage conservation authorities and community leaders, to take action to stop the demolition.According to the City of Barrie, the site is required for an infrastructure project related to the city's water treatment plant. The diner will have to be dem...

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