Blue Jays pitcher Jose Berrios has full Tommy John surgery
Jose Berrios faces a long road back to the majors. The Toronto Blue Jays right-hander underwent a full Tommy John surgery this week, manager John Schneider announced Wednesday. Recovery from that procedure typically carries a 12-18 month timeline. The Blue Jays announced...
Opposition, unions fear federal cuts could undermine food security
OTTAWA — New Democrats and several unions are warning that federal job cuts and research facility closures will put food safety and security at risk. The federal government’s website says it’s planning to cut more than 650 jobs at Agriculture...
Person who arrived in Ontario from East Africa being assessed for Ebola virus at hospital:...
A spokesperson for Ontario’s Minister of Health, Sylvia Jones, confirms that a patient who recently travelled to East Africa is now in an Ontario hospital being assessed for “a range of possible” infections, including a rare type of Ebola virus...
3 dead in New Mexico and first responders decontaminated after exposure to unknown substance
MOUNTAINAIR, N.M. (AP) — Three people are dead and more than a dozen first responders had to be quarantined and assessed Wednesday for possible exposure to an unidentified substance after being called to a suspected drug overdose at a rural...
What to see and do in the Niagara Falls area and how to get there
Niagara Falls is considered one of the great natural wonders of the world, but it also serves as one of the top tourist destinations in Canada. Nestled at the eastern edge of the Niagara region, the broader area is known...
Canadians say they saw beatings, felt helpless as Israel intercepted Gaza flotilla
As an unmarked speedboat approached the ship that had been her home for two weeks, Luiza Ravalli heard a voice over a loudspeaker issue an ominous command: “Turn back or you’ll be boarded.” Ravalli, a primary care nurse from the...
Severe thunderstorm watch ends for Toronto, GTA as temperatures set to cool down
A severe thunderstorm yellow watch ended for Toronto and the GTA as the first heat spell of the season will be wrapping up. The affected areas included York Region, Peel Region, and Halton Region. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued...
Union ‘disappointed’ as feds fund outside staff to guard immigration holding centres
OTTAWA — The union representing Canada Border Services Agency workers says it’s disappointed by the federal government’s decision to provide funding for the agency to hire private sector guards on contract for immigration holding centres, arguing the work should be...
CBC pausing production on satirical Indigenous show
OTTAWA — The CBC is pausing production on a satirical show on Indigenous issues after blowback from some who claimed false pretences were used to lure high-profile guests. CBC spokesperson Chuck Thompson says the public broadcaster is halting production on...
Toronto’s most scenic spots for photo ops
Toronto has one of the most iconic skylines in the world with scenic views and Instagram worthy spots spread across the entire city. The city’s most photographed and photographable locations include serene sunset scenes, street art and lake views. Peruse...
