By Andrew Russell, Global News, August 19, 2016 300-year-old shoe found at the University of Cambridge A maintenance crew at St. John’s College at the University of Cambridge in Cambridge, England, made a “sole” discovery when they uncovered a shoe inside a wall believed to be about 300 years old. The well-worn, but well-preserved left… Continue reading Why a 300-year-old shoe was hidden behind a wall at the University of Cambridge
Month: August 2016
Wheat facing downgrade fears
By Brian Cross, The Western Producer, Brian Cross, August 18th, 2016 The crop is susceptible to disease, lodging and bleaching because of above-average precipitation Persistent rain across Western Canada is prompting concerns that prairie farmers will add to a glut of low quality milling wheat that is already weighing on world markets. The good news,… Continue reading Wheat facing downgrade fears
'Why bother': Sanders' wife defends decision not to disclose personal finances
By Dave Gram, The Associated Press, August 19, 2016 MONTPELIER, Vt. — Sen. Bernie Sanders has pushed hard for transparency on U.S. trade and campaign finance, but has been far less aggressive in disclosing his own personal finances. Now his wife and campaign confidante, Jane O’Meara Sanders, is defending the senator’s decision not to file… Continue reading 'Why bother': Sanders' wife defends decision not to disclose personal finances
Inflation rate 1.3 per cent in July amid lower fuel prices, higher food costs
By And Blatchford, The Canadian Press, August 19, 2016 OTTAWA — The country’s annual inflation rate was 1.3 per cent in July as Canadians paid more for shelter and food but less for fuel, Statistics Canada said Friday. This overall inflation number in the federal agency’s latest consumer price index came in a little weaker… Continue reading Inflation rate 1.3 per cent in July amid lower fuel prices, higher food costs
2017 Canadian Mixed Doubles Championship returns to Nutana Club in Saskatoon
By Ashley Howard, Curlsask.ca, August 18, 2016 Canada’s top mixed doubles curling teams will head to Saskatoon next April, hoping to get a step closer to a trip to the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea. The 2017 Canadian Mixed Doubles Championship will pay a return visit to the Nutana Curling Club in Saskatoon from… Continue reading 2017 Canadian Mixed Doubles Championship returns to Nutana Club in Saskatoon
Family of Gordie Howe wants ashes interred in Saskatoon statue
By The Canadian Press, August 18, 2016 SASKATOON – The family of hockey great Gordie Howe wants to return Mr. Hockey to his home. A city official says the family has requested that the cremated remains of Howe and his wife Colleen be interred at the base of a statue that honours him in Saskatoon.… Continue reading Family of Gordie Howe wants ashes interred in Saskatoon statue
Saskatchewan's health minister tasks panel to reduce health regions
By CBC News, August 18, 2016 Dustin Duncan also wants suggestions on how to improve front-line service delivery Saskatchewan is inching closer to fewer health regions. Health Minister Dustin Duncan announced on Thursday the review of the province’s health authorities, appointing a three-person review panel. Their task is to recommend a structure with fewer health regions. Duncan also wants… Continue reading Saskatchewan's health minister tasks panel to reduce health regions
Bumper crop leaves producers concerned over grain transportation
By CBC News, August 18, 2016 Federal agriculture minister says rail companies have said they’re ready Railways and farmers in the province are expecting a bumper crop this season, and with that comes the question of transporting the product. This week, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Lawrence MacAulay is in Saskatchewan to discuss this issue… Continue reading Bumper crop leaves producers concerned over grain transportation
B.C.'s delayed Climate Leadership Plan expected today
By Lisa Johnson, CBC News, Aug 19, 2016 Carbon tax increase was recommended by province’s own team of experts but reports suggest that’s not happening Christy Clark’s B.C. Liberal government says it will release its Climate Leadership Plan today, following years of inaction that critics blame for rising greenhouse gas emissions and a likelihood the province… Continue reading B.C.'s delayed Climate Leadership Plan expected today
RCMP joins investigation into mysterious plane crash in Ontario
By The Canadian Press, August 18, 2016 TORONTO — Police say RCMP are involved in the probe into a fatal crash involving a plane allegedly stolen from an airport in the Greater Toronto Area. York Regional police says the Mounties are part of the investigation into last week’s fatal crash — which claimed the life… Continue reading RCMP joins investigation into mysterious plane crash in Ontario