2 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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4 h. ago IHIT: Richmond homicide a case of intimate partner violence, man charged

George Dragnea faces one count of second-degree murder after a 51-year-old woman was found suffering serious injuries Friday. She died in hospital later that day.

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4 h. ago ASIRT investigating after Grande Prairie RCMP fatally shoot armed suspect

Mounties said the driver of a suspect vehicle 'produced a firearm' after trying to flee a traffic stop

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7 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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7 h. ago Family adopts a shelter dog — then learns he’s the father of their late dog

Jillian Reiff and her husband had an ongoing debate about their new rescue dog, Ziggy. Ziggy’s appearance and personality are similar to those of their late dog, Rufus, who died a few days before they brought Ziggy home in early April. Reiff thought Ziggy was the same breed mix as Rufus – rat terrier Chihuahua […]

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8 h. ago All quiet on the eastern front: national Hells Angels meetup uneventful so far

Nearby businesses say they haven't seen much of the motorcycle gang so far this weekend, though a few members are regulars at the East Hills Smitty's, an employee said.

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9 h. ago Alberta RCMP warns of deadly counterfeit pills after death of 16

The highly potent drug looks very similar to Xanax, says the RCMP

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9 h. ago Alberta RCMP warns of deadly fake Xanax pills after death of 16

The highly potent drug looks very similar to Xanax, says the RCMP

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9 h. ago How Redblacks' receiver Geno Lewis can offset impact of Tiger

For the Ottawa Redblacks to enter their bye week with a much-needed victory in a game on which their season might hinge, they have to prevent the CFL’s top receiver from beating them for the second time in eight days. And they have to do it with a second starting cornerback gone from their injury-depleted […]

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9 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 […]

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9 h. ago What to do if the power goes out during Ottawa's next heat wave

After more than 30,000 people lost power in sweltering conditions last weekend, experts are warning it could happen again

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10 h. ago Wet July bad news for landscaping, good news for garden centres

Friday night's rainstorm has been only one of many heavy rainy nights the city has experienced during a month usually known for its sunny days and arid climate.

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10 h. ago Three to Eat: Mouthwatering meat dishes at Taste of Edmonton

Taste of Edmonton runs until July 27 in Sir Winston Churchill Square

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10 h. ago RCMP in Alberta say driver fatally shot after producing gun during confrontation

GRANDE PRAIRIE — RCMP in northern Alberta say a driver was fatally shot by officers. Police say in a news release that officers with the force’s Grande Prairie detachment located an erratic driver late Friday, and when they attempted to pull him over, he fled. They say he soon got stuck in mud in a […]

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10 h. ago Suspects charged nearly three years after remains of two victims found in B.C.

PENTICTON — Police in British Columbia’s Okanagan region say three suspects have been arrested and charged in connection with the murders of two 30-year-olds whose remains were found near Penticton nearly three years ago. A statement from the RCMP says the BC Prosecution Service has approved a charge of first-degree murder against Jilane King in […]

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10 h. ago Three to Eat: Cool dishes to beat the heat at Taste of Edmonton

Taste of Edmonton runs until July 27 at Sir Winston Churchill Square

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10 h. ago Federal cuts are freezing new grads out of the public service

Budget cuts haven’t officially started but for recent graduates a hiring slowdown is already here.

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11 h. ago Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after Coldplay ‘kiss cam’ video

The company posted a statement on its social media channels on Saturday, saying its chief executive, Andy Byron, had tendered his resignation.

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11 h. ago Second wave of extortions with transnational links sparks concern in South Asian community

An EPS town hall at Southwood Community League from 7-9 p.m. will address community concerns about a recent wave of arson and extortion crimes directed at Edmonton's South Asian community

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11 h. ago Edmonton police eyeing second wave of extortions with transnational links targeting South Asian community

An EPS town hall at Southwood Community League from 7-9 p.m. will address community concerns about a recent wave of arson and extortion crimes directed at Edmonton's South Asian community

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