'We came close': Oilers fans stunned as Stanley Cup dream dies in Florida

Oh, rats.

Canada’s latest attempt to bring the Stanley Cup home died dramatically on the edge of the Everglades on Monday, leaving fans from Edmonton to Florida thrilled at the ride but crushed at the destination.

The Oilers fell one game short of a comeback for the ages, winning three in a row to tie the final series only to drop the deciding Game 7 to the Florida Panthers by a score of 2-1.

Assessing crop damage after a hail storm

Summer storms are bringing not just rain and high winds to the prairies but also hail.

This year, heavy rain, hail, funnel clouds, and even tornado warnings seem to be a prominent occurrence across the prairies.

Hail damage can prove very costly, cutting yields and, in some cases, devastating a crop.

Crop Extension Specialist Meghan Rosso says following a hail storm, farmers will want to give crops 3–4 days to see if plants will recover.

Canada's population forecast to reach 63 million, as people over 85 set to triple

Canada's population of those 85 and older is expected to triple by 2073 to as many as 4.3 million people, an increase that will likely place new pressure on the country on several fronts, one demographer says.

Statistics Canada said in its projections released Monday that the country's population could reach a medium-growth forecast of 63 million by 2073 and at least 3.3 million will be over 85. 

The agency said the aging population and low birthrates mean that migration will be the key driver of Canada's growth for the foreseeable future. 

LOCATED: Warman RCMP asking for assistance in locating 14-year-old girl

RCMP have located Kayde McKay safe. Officers thank the public for their assistance. 

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On June 21, 2024, Warman RCMP received a report of a missing 14-year-old girl, Kayde McKay.

Kayde was last seen in area of Wanuskewin Heritage Park on June 21 at approximately 1:30 p.m. Since she was reported missing, Warman RCMP have been checking places Kayde is known to visit and following up on information received. They are now asking member of the public to report all information on her whereabouts.

SJHL & MJHL announce pair of Showcase events

The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) along with the Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) have announced a pair of showcases that the two leagues will take part during the 2024-25 season.  

In November, the two leagues will take part in an event in Warman serving as an elite identification camp for the 2024 World Junior A Challenge. More details will be announced at a later date. 

Riders complete sweep of Tiger-Cats with 36-20 win

The Saskatchewan Roughriders are heading into their first bye week of the 2024 season with a perfect 3-0 record after a 36-20 victory over the Hamilton Ti-Cats.  

Running Back AJ Ouellette had his best game in a green uniform with 98 rushing yards along with 47 receiving yards.  

Saskatchewan’s defence had a solid night, forcing three interceptions including one returned for a touchdown by former Ti-Cat Jameer Thurman. 

Local father calls for justice reform after daughter's tragic death in Surrey BC

Aron Dunn and his family's lives will be changed forever due to senseless act of violence that took place in Surrey BC.

On the evening of June 16, at approximately 10:00 pm, the Surrey RCMP responded to a call about a woman with life-threatening injuries in a residence near the 9800-block of 182A Street, in the Port Kells neighbourhood of Surrey. Despite the life-saving efforts of paramedics, Tory Dunn succumbed to her injuries at the hospital.

Race, Rattle and Roll in St. Gregor

While a parade of motorbikes, all rally ride bound, moved in an orderly fashion through the streets of St. Gregor, it was madly off in all directions for six teams participating in the first Shake, Rattle and Race.  

It was all part of the fun at St. Gregor’s Shake Rattle and Roll on Saturday, June 22. The event was in aid of Parkinson’s Disease research with some of the proceeds going to the St. Gregor Community Hall.