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.
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.
Saskatoon residents oppose moving Wildwood Golf Course
Saskatoon city council's motion to study moving Wildwood Golf Course for development faces fierce public backlash. Residents defend the cherished green space.
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.
Nobel Laureate Maria Corina Machado Leaves Oslo Post-Ceremony
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado has departed Oslo, her spokesman confirms. Get the latest details on her movements following the prestigious award ceremony.
Global Marches for Venezuelan Opposition Leader Machado
Supporters of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado held demonstrations worldwide on December 6, 2025, as she was honored with the Nobel Peace Prize. Get the full story on the international show of solidarity.
Poilievre's Conservatives to force pipeline vote next week
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre plans to force a parliamentary vote on a pipeline agreement through an opposition motion. The move, set for next week, intensifies political debate over energy policy. Read the details.
Venezuelan Nobel Laureate Defies Threats to Attend Oslo Ceremony
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado will travel to Oslo to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, defying her government's warning. The ceremony is set for Wednesday.
Recall petitions target Alberta NDP, expanding political turmoil
Alberta's recall legislation sees new petitions against opposition NDP MLAs. Explore the political implications and the debate over the law's intended use.
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad removed, vows to stay
John Rustad has been removed as leader of B.C.'s Official Opposition Conservatives, but he is defiantly refusing to step down. Get the latest on the political turmoil.
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.
EU to end Russian gas imports by 2027, Hungary and Slovakia oppose
The European Union has agreed to halt all Russian gas imports by late 2027, a move opposed by Hungary and Slovakia. The decision marks a major shift in the bloc's energy strategy.
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.
Alberta pushes back on federal gun buy-back
The Alberta government is challenging the federal firearm buy-back initiative, marking a significant provincial-federal policy clash. Learn about the dispute's details and implications.
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.
Georgian opposition leader arrested over court arson plot
Georgian authorities arrest opposition figure for alleged arson attempt at Tbilisi court amid ongoing protests against government's EU stance. Latest developments in political tensions.
Tunisian Police Arrest Opposition Figure Chaima Issa
Tunisian authorities have arrested opposition leader Chaima Issa to enforce a 20-year prison sentence, marking another escalation in President Kais Saied's crackdown on political dissent.
Azerbaijan opposition leader detained in crackdown
Azerbaijan's government has detained an opposition leader amid continuing suppression of dissent. Learn about the ongoing political crackdown and international concerns.
Poll: Majority of BC Residents Support Pipeline Idea
New Angus Reid poll reveals 53% of British Columbians conditionally support Alberta-to-coast oil pipeline, showing shift in public opinion from previous opposition.
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.
Navan landfill expansion draws resident concerns
A Navan landfill has begun environmental assessment for expansion, raising concerns among local residents about environmental impact and community effects.
Guinea-Bissau opposition claims election victory, accuses coup
Guinea-Bissau's opposition candidate declares election victory while accusing the president of staging a coup. Military spokesperson Dinis N'Tchama addresses the political crisis.
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.
B.C. Coastal First Nations vow to block northern pipeline
Coastal First Nations in British Columbia declare unwavering opposition to proposed northern oil pipeline, citing environmental risks and Indigenous rights. Read their powerful stance.
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