4 h. ago Kelowna councillors talk to media despite mayor advising to avoid speaking ahead of meetings

In a letter sent to council recently, Tom Dyas stated, "As per our code of conduct, the mayor is the spokesperson for the city."

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8 h. ago CEO accused of choking man on cruise ship over barefoot dancing incident

The complaint alleges that the victim was dancing barefoot on the dance floor at the ship's bar when Kenneth DeGiorgio's wife asked him to put his shoes on.

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10 h. ago Homes for Hope is 'a personal journey' for Castellano Custom Homes

Net proceeds from sale of new luxury Cochrane home supports pediatric critical care transport programs at two Alberta children's hospitals.

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15 h. ago Tom Cruise honours Val Kilmer: ‘I wish you well on the next journey’

During an appearance at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Tom Cruise paid tribute to his Top Gun co-star Val Kilmer, who died this week at the age of 65 after a battle with pneumonia.  Cruise was on hand at the event for movie exhibitors to drum up interest in his upcoming eighth entry in his stunt-heavy Mission: […]

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15 h. ago Compass Group Canada Earns Repeat Recognition as a Top Workplace in Canada by Great Place to Work® Institute

Leading foodservice and hospitality company earns top honours in Great Place to Work® Survey for second straight year, demonstrating commitment to employee well-being and inclusivity TORONTO, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Compass Group Canada, the country’s leading food and support services provider, is thrilled to announce its recognition as one of this year’s Best […]

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17 h. ago Three to See Edmonton Events: Smokey at Aviary, Mile Zero Horizons Cabaret and No Other Land

Smokey: It’s local musician and public art master Smokey Johnson’s 45th birthday and, in honour of it, he’s released a beautiful, rather chipper new indie pop song called Ready to Die. You can watch the preposterously charming jumping-kids video online, but the awesome, re-emerging local promoter Double Lunch has also put together a great lineup […]

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40 h. ago Diminué par la maladie, Val Kilmer était alité «depuis des années» avant son décès

En plus d’avoir perdu la voix en raison du cancer qu’il combattait, l’acteur était alité depuis plusieurs années, selon un de ses proches.

Events

41 h. ago Billionaire chairman of Toronto Maple Leafs and Raptors just keeps getting richer

If you're looking to get into a thriving business venture in Toronto, there are few better bets than the Toronto Raptors and Maple Leafs.For longtime MLSE chairman Larry Tanenbaum, it looks like the past year has been quite profitable for him.Owning 20 per cent of both franchises (as well as Toronto FC, the Toronto Argonauts, and three minor-league teams) through his company Kilmer Sports, Tanenbaum found himself increasing his net worth by about 12 per cent over the past year.Tanenbaum moved up 25 spots on the Forbes' list of Billionaires for 2025, going from #1330 to #1305. His net worth increased US$300 million from US$2.5 billion to US$2.8 billion, or about C$3.57 billion to C$4 billion.The Argonauts are coming off of a season where they won the 2024 Grey Cup, but the organization's other teams haven't been quite as successful in recent years.The Raptors have missed the playoffs three years in a row, Toronto FC have missed them four years in a row, and while the Maple Leafs have...

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44 h. ago Philip Morris International Releases Integrated Report Detailing Progress Towards Its Smoke

The 2024 Integrated Report marks a decade of PMI’s smoke-free journey and showcases the company’s business transformation and key sustainability achievements, as evidenced by performance on its Sustainability Index 2022-24 STAMFORD, CT — Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE: PM) today published its sixth annual Integrated Report, marking the company’s 10th year of business transformation and […]

Society

53 h. ago Georgie Awards recognize the best in B.C.'s housing industry

53 awards were handed out at CHBA BC's annual event honouring excellence in the homebuilding industry

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53 h. ago North Dakota mayor resigns after sending video of himself masturbating to city attorney by mistake

MINOT, N.D. — The mayor of one of North Dakota’s largest cities resigned after an investigation into him mistakenly sending a lewd video to the city attorney.  Minot Mayor Tom Ross resigned Tuesday, the same day an investigative report was made public that found Ross sent a video of himself masturbating to City Attorney Stefanie […]

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57 h. ago Val Kilmer wore Batman mask in one of final Instagram posts before death

'It’s been a while,' one-time Caped Crusader said in one of his final social media messages

Economics

63 h. ago Western Financial Group CEO Grant Ostir Charts Bold Growth Strategy After 90 Days at the Helm

Customer-centric approach, product innovation, expert delivery, and journey-based teams to drive growth plans HIGH RIVER, Alberta, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Western Financial Group (“Western”) today announced that Chief Executive Officer Grant Ostir unveiled a transformative growth strategy following his first 90 days in the role. The plan aims to double the company’s customer […]

Culture

65 h. ago Josh Brolin, Cher, Francis Ford Coppola... les stars rendent hommage à Val Kilmer, décédé à l’âge de 65 ans

L’annonce du décès de Val Kilmer a déclenché une vague d’hommages pour l’interprète de Batman.

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65 h. ago ‘NO REGRETS’: Val Kilmer, brooding and versatile ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Batman’ actor, dies at 65

LOS ANGELES — Val Kilmer, the brooding, versatile actor who played fan favorite Iceman in “Top Gun,” donned a voluminous cape as Batman in “Batman Forever” and portrayed Jim Morrison in “The Doors,” has died. He was 65. Kilmer died Tuesday night in Los Angeles, surrounded by family and friends, his daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, said […]

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66 h. ago L’acteur Val Kilmer est emporté par une pneumonie à l’âge de 65 ans  

Les cinéphiles s’en souviendront notamment pour ses rôles dans «Top Gun», «The Doors» et «Batman Forever».

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2 d. ago «Top Gun», «Batman Forever»: l'acteur américain Val Kilmer s'éteint à 65 ans

L'acteur américain Val Kilmer, qui a connu la gloire grâce aux films «Top Gun», «Batman Forever» et «The Doors», est mort à l'âge de 65 ans.

Economics

3 d. ago OFFICER DOWN TRIAL: Neighbour recalls the OPP wellness check turned deadly

The neighbour testified he saw Bellefeuille on the deck, firing at police cruisers as one officer took cover before running away.

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3 d. ago Canucks prospect rankings: Anthony Romani looks like a draft steal

Boston University Terriers defenceman Tom Willander remains at No. 1 in our poll, but Romani's scoring spree in the OHL playoffs with Barrie has him climbing again

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3 d. ago Carney and Poilievre pour pint on campaign trail in time honoured tradition

Alcohol has sometimes played a role in Canadian political contests

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