Ottawa firefighters extinguish North Gower barn fire
Ottawa Fire Services responded to a major barn fire in North Gower on December 25. No animals were inside the structure. Read the full details of the Boxing Day incident.
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Maine Fishermen's Sea Hash Discovery Unravels a Smuggling Past
A writer's journey from a rural Maine childhood to uncovering a forgotten drug smuggling history along the coast, reshaping her understanding of home and class. Discover the full story.
Israel calls Canada 'morally wrong' over West Bank stance
Israel sharply criticizes Canada and other nations for condemning new West Bank settlements, calling the stance 'morally wrong.' Get the latest on this diplomatic rift.
Alberta RCMP Focus on Rural Policing Needs for 2026
Alberta RCMP's commanding officer, Deputy Commissioner Trevor Daroux, outlines plans to better address the changing public safety requirements of rural communities in the coming year. Learn about the new priorities.
Rural Manitoba ERs Face Holiday Staffing Shortages
Doctors Manitoba warns of severe doctor shortages in rural emergency rooms during the holidays, urging residents to plan ahead. Learn which communities are affected.
Alberta's new police funding model strains small towns
Small Alberta municipalities face rising RCMP costs under a new provincial funding model, with their share set to increase from 22% to 30% over five years, sparking financial concerns.
Final Walk-In Clinic in Huron-Perth Closing This Month
The South Huron Medical Centre's weekend walk-in clinic in Exeter, Ont. will shut down on Dec. 29, 2025. This closure marks the end of accessible after-hours care in the region, raising concerns for residents.
Mobile Breast Cancer Screening Unit Coming to Rural Sask.
A new mobile mammography unit will provide critical breast cancer screening services to northern and rural Saskatchewan communities starting in the new year, improving access to early detection.
Alberta to trial 120 km/h speed limit on highways
Alberta will launch a controlled trial of a 120 km/h speed limit on select rural divided highways in the new year, following strong public support. Learn which roads are affected.
Sask. NDP bill requires notification for rural ER doctor shortages
Saskatchewan's NDP introduces legislation mandating public alerts when rural emergency rooms lack physician coverage. Learn about the proposed bill and its implications for healthcare transparency.
Rural Councillors Reject Battery Storage System Rezoning
Ottawa's rural committee rejects rezoning farmland for a controversial battery energy storage system. Proponents cite clean energy needs, while residents fear risks. Read the full story.
Rural Republicans Push Back on Trump's AI Data Centre Expansion
U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to fast-track AI data centre construction is meeting fierce opposition in Republican heartlands over farmland loss and soaring utility costs. Read the full story.
Bears Cleared in Bella Coola School Attack
BC conservation officers confirm four captured grizzly bears are not linked to the school group attack. Forensic evidence exonerates the animals as the search for the responsible bears intensifies.
Carney's Business Interests Raise Conflict Questions
Prime Minister Mark Carney faces scrutiny over ongoing business interests. Watch Sun Editor-in-Chief's analysis and share your thoughts on the conflict concerns.
Transcona residents oppose 1,300-acre development
Winnipeg's Transcona residents fear losing their rural lifestyle as a massive 1,300-acre development proposal threatens their community's character. Learn about the concerns.
Landlords Support Bill 60, Rural Water Tax Issues Raised
Ontario landlords welcome Bill 60 reforms to Residential Tenancies Act, citing improved landlord-tenant balance. Rural residents voice concerns over Ottawa water tax implementation without support.
Bullet hits grader in RM of Alexander, mayor concerned
Rural Manitoba municipality remains on edge after a bullet struck a municipal grader in what officials call a threatening incident. Learn about the community's safety concerns.
Manitoba puts millions toward rural water upgrades
Manitoba announces significant funding for rural water and wastewater system improvements across the province. Learn how this investment will impact communities.
How Trump Vote Divided Family and Canceled Holidays
After her viral essay about canceling holidays over Trump support, Andrea Tate shares how political differences strained her marriage and family relationships. Read her powerful story of love, principles, and finding common ground.
Alberta rural municipalities tackle taxes and policing
Alberta's rural municipalities confront property tax concerns and policing challenges following annual convention. Learn about the key issues facing rural communities.
Alberta rural municipalities back raw milk legalization
Rural Alberta leaders vote to lobby for legal raw milk sales, arguing regulation is safer than current black market. Learn about the health risks and policy debate.
Medicine Hat Radio Host Fights Brain Tumor, Needs Help
Longtime Medicine Hat broadcaster Kim Johnston faces debilitating health crisis as community rallies. Rural Albertans speak out about healthcare challenges. Support grows for local radio personality.
Alberta Premier Smith Negotiating MOU with Ottawa
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reveals ongoing MOU negotiations with the federal government, seeking pipeline expansion and addressing unpaid oil and gas taxes affecting rural municipalities.
Alberta renewable energy revenue growth stalls
Rural Alberta faces $84M in lost renewable revenue as projects cancel amid policy changes. Discover how this impacts communities and economic growth.
Fire damages home in Ottawa's rural south end
Ottawa Fire Services responded to a residential fire in the city's rural south end. Investigation vehicle deployed to determine cause and extent of damage.
Gaza's Schools Destroyed, Children Cannot Return to Class
The ongoing conflict has devastated Gaza's education system, with most schools destroyed and hundreds of thousands of children unable to resume their studies. Learn about the humanitarian impact.
Greene: Trump's 'traitor' label puts my life in danger
Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene says Donald Trump's social media post calling her a traitor endangers her life amid Epstein files dispute. Read the latest political clash details.
Syria detains security forces over Sweida violence
Syrian authorities have detained multiple security force members following sectarian clashes in Sweida province. Get the latest developments on this ongoing situation.
Israel Demands Accountability as Gaza War Ends
Thousands of Israelis gather in Tel Aviv demanding official investigation into October 7 events as Gaza conflict concludes. Read about the ongoing fight for accountability.
Israel Rejects U.S.-Backed Palestinian Statehood Plan
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and top leaders firmly reject U.S.-backed international calls for Palestinian statehood. Read the latest developments in Middle East diplomacy.
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