On Friday at 10 a.m., the Ottawa 67’s embarked on a 457 km bus ride from TD Place to Sadlon Arena in Barrie, where they presumably would drop off their equipment before checking into a hotel. Read MoreOn Friday at 10 a.m., the Ottawa 67’s embarked on a 457 km bus ride from TD Place to Sadlon Arena in Barrie, where they presumably would drop off their equipment before checking into a hotel. Hours before their departure, the most common three words spoken by those going on the trip to the “liked” Junior Hockey, Hockey, Sports, Barrie Colts, Ottawa 67’s, Ottawa…
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A Toronto man has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in Union Station earlier this week. Toronto police say they were called to the area on Tuesday just before 3 p.m. for reports of a sexual assault. The suspect was seen loitering inside the station on the concourse level. He then proceeded to walk directly towards the female victim and allegedly sexually assault her. He then fled the area on foot, police said. On Friday, Neil George Cullum, 40, of Toronto was arrested and charged with sexual assault, fail to comply with a release order and three counts…
A man and woman are facing multiple charges following a drug trafficking investigation in Oshawa. The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) say they executed a search warrant at a home in Oshawa on Thursday and seized a quantity of drugs, including fentanyl, cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine worth $50,000. A man and woman, both from Oshawa, were found at the home and taken into custody without incident. Michelle Heather Robbins, 34, and Austin James Ellis, 31, are both charged with drug-related offences, including multiple counts of possessing a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking. Robbins faces additional charges of…
It’s Friday, April 17. Here are the top stories the Ottawa Citizen newsroom is following today. Read MoreIt’s Friday, April 17. Here are the top stories the Ottawa Citizen newsroom is following today. SHE FELT LOVE IN CANADA AS A REFUGEE. AS A DOCTOR, SHE’S LOSING HOPE FOR NEWCOMERS A new co-payment model asks refugees to pay $4 for each prescription and 30 per cent of supplemental service costs. Advocates say it’s Local News, News It’s Friday, April 17. Here are the top stories the Ottawa Citizen newsroom is following today. Read More
Closing submissions have wrapped up in the murder trial of a baby’s mother and her ex-boyfriend, and the jury is expected to start deliberations next week. Read MoreBoravy Buth and Patrick O’Connor have pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder in the baby’s death in 2021. News, Local News, Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Ottawa Sun, Realtime, second-degree murder Closing submissions have wrapped up in the murder trial of a baby’s mother and her ex-boyfriend, and the jury is expected to start deliberations next week. Read More
Just days after it rescinded a previous policy, the Ontario government says it will introduce new legislation to prioritize international medical grads from Ontario for medical residencies. Read MoreThe government says it will prioritize international medical graduates from Ontario. News, Local News, medical residents, Ottawa Sun, Province of Ontario, Realtime Just days after it rescinded a previous policy, the Ontario government says it will introduce new legislation to prioritize international medical grads from Ontario for medical residencies. Read More
A large explosion at Downsview Park on Thursday night was part of a “Project Bot” video shoot by Toronto rapper, Drake, the City of Toronto tells CityNews. The City says a Special effects (SPFX) permit was issued for the production. “We can confirm a production associated with the artist known as Drake was working at this location,” a city spokesperson said. “Any productions planning to use pyrotechnics are required to work with Toronto Fire for approval, and with Toronto Police Services to include a paid duty police officer.” “As is standard before filming starts, production must issue written notice of…
Spencer Church plays upbeat music as he piles sandbags into his car on a Friday afternoon. Read MoreSandbag depots equip users with bags and a looming pile of sand, plus instructions on how to avoid floodwater property damage. Local News, Ottawa Sun, Realtime Spencer Church plays upbeat music as he piles sandbags into his car on a Friday afternoon. Read More
City councillors marked the Charter of Rights and Freedoms’ 44th anniversary on Friday by hearing a wide range of arguments from dozens who attended a joint committee meeting to debate the constitutionality of Ottawa’s contentious “bubble” bylaw. Read MoreThe proposed bylaw aims to restrict protests near schools, hospitals, long-term care and community health facilities. News, Local News, bubble zone, City of Ottawa, Ottawa Bylaw, Ottawa City Council, Ottawa Sun, Realtime City councillors marked the Charter of Rights and Freedoms’ 44th anniversary on Friday by hearing a wide range of arguments from dozens who attended a joint committee meeting to debate the constitutionality…
What, me worry? The Ottawa Senators aren’t feeling any pressure at all as they prepare to open the National Hockey League playoffs. Read MoreGame 1 of their Stanley Cup playoff series is Saturday afternoon in Raleigh, N.C. Ottawa Senators, Hockey, NHL, Senators Extra, Sports, Carolina Hurricanes, National Hockey League, NHL Playoffs, Ottawa sports, Ottawa Sun, Stanley Cup What, me worry? The Ottawa Senators aren’t feeling any pressure at all as they prepare to open the National Hockey League playoffs. Read More
Three people were rushed to a hospital in serious condition Friday evening following a residential fire in Mississauga. Emergency crews were called to 3079 Fifth Line West, near Erin Mills Parkway and Dundas Street at approximately 6 p.m. for reports of a townhouse on fire. Police say a man in his 50s made it out of the home while a man in his 40s and a woman in her 80s remained trapped inside. According to officials at the scene, the fire broke out in the basement and the main floor of the home. The cause of the blaze was not…
SAO PAULO (AP) — Oscar Schmidt, the Basketball Hall of Famer known to his Brazilian compatriots as the “Holy Hand,” died Friday. He was 68. Schmidt’s family said in a statement that he fought a brain tumor for 15 years “with courage, dignity and resilience . . . while remaining a role model of determination, generosity and love of life. Oscar leaves a legacy that transcends sport and inspires generations of athletes and admirers in Brazil and worldwide.” Schmidt is beloved in Brazil for committing to the national team for 19 years and becoming one of the most prolific scorers…
WASHINGTON (AP) — An American delegation recently met with Cuban government officials in the island nation, marking a renewed diplomatic push even as U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to intervene and Cuba’s leader said this week that his country is prepared to fight if that should happen. A senior State Department official met with the grandson of retired Cuban leader Raúl Castro last week during the trip, according to a department official, who was not authorized to comment publicly and spoke Friday on condition of anonymity to discuss the sensitive matter. The official did not say who from the…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The city of Los Angeles must pay $11.8 million to a man who was blinded by a projectile fired into a crowd by police officers while he was celebrating the Dodgers 2020 World Series win. A federal jury ordered the payment Thursday after a trial brought by 27-year-old Isaac Castellanos, who was in college when he was struck in the face by the projectile while peacefully celebrating in downtown LA early Oct. 28, 2020. Castellanos was permanently blinded in one eye and filed a federal lawsuit in 2022, alleging excessive use of force. According to the…
Toronto police are searching for two suspects who are wanted in connection with a robbery investigation in North York. According to investigators, police were called to the area of Bathurst Street and Cedarcroft Boulevard at approximately 7 p.m. on Thursday. Police said the victim was selling a high-value trading card online and made arrangements to meet with a buyer who showed interest in purchasing the card. The victim showed up at the agreed location and was approached from behind by two suspects who sprayed a noxious substance and proceeded to steal the card, detectives said. The two suspects then fled…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rapper Tory Lanez has sued the California prison system, saying he never should have been housed with a fellow inmate who stabbed him 16 times last year. Lanez, 33, whose legal name is Daystar Peterson, filed the federal lawsuit seeking $100 million in damages on Tuesday against the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and the warden and guards at the prison in Tehachapi where he was being held. The suit says he was stabbed 16 times in the back, torso, head and face in an “unprovoked life-threatening attack” by inmate Santino Casio, who used a…
Founder Sam Balto explains how group rides to school are spreading globally, building community and attracting stars like Benson Boone and Justin Timberlake. Founder Sam Balto explains how group rides to school are spreading globally, building community and attracting stars like Benson Boone and Justin Timberlake. US Founder Sam Balto explains how group rides to school are spreading globally, building community and attracting stars like Benson Boone and Justin Timberlake.
Authorities say the baby’s father forcibly took the 2-month-old from the mother and led police on a high-speed chase. Authorities say the baby’s father forcibly took the 2-month-old from the mother and led police on a high-speed chase. WNT Authorities say the baby’s father forcibly took the 2-month-old from the mother and led police on a high-speed chase.
Two U.S. Army soldiers have been injured after encountering a brown bear during training in Anchorage Two U.S. Army soldiers have been injured after encountering a brown bear during training in Anchorage US Two U.S. Army soldiers have been injured after encountering a brown bear during training in Anchorage
As storms develop Friday afternoon, there is a chance for discrete supercells with very large hail, strong tornadoes and destructive, straight-line winds. As storms develop Friday afternoon, there is a chance for discrete supercells with very large hail, strong tornadoes and destructive, straight-line winds. US As storms develop Friday afternoon, there is a chance for discrete supercells with very large hail, strong tornadoes and destructive, straight-line winds.