Court proceedings
Sentencing decision reserved in Sask. manslaughter case involving former RCMP officer
The fate of a former Saskatchewan RCMP officer, who shot and killed his young lover, now rests in the hands of a King's Bench Justice.A sentencing decision for Bernie Herman has been reserved to June 18.Thursday morning's hearing at Court of King's Bench in Prince Albert lasted roughly two hours and included sentencing...
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OH BABY!
Remembering legendary hockey broadcaster Bob Cole. Oh baby, what a life
Bob Cole, a welcome voice for Canadian hockey fans for a half-century, has died at the age of 90.Cole died Wednesday night in St. John's, N.L., surrounded by his family, his daughter, Megan Cole, told the CBC.Born June 24, 1933, the St. John's native provided a distinctive soundtrack to Canada's game. He was known for ...
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Nearing the finish line
Sentencing begins for former Saskatchewan RCMP officer, responsible for death of young lover
What's expected to be a lengthy and emotional sentencing hearing for a former Saskatchewan Mountie guilty of manslaughter, will begin today at Court of King's Bench in Prince Albert.Bernie Herman, 55, has been in custody since last January's verdict.The morning proceedings are expected to include extensive arguments fr...
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Trudeau says Saskatchewan to get carbon rebates despite province not paying levies
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In the news today: Consular freeze worries Ukrainian man in Canada
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As the climate changes, so too do Canadians' farm fields and dinner tables
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Inquest into B.C. police shooting deaths recommends emergency events be recorded
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Court ruling affirms law curbing parliamentary immunity of spy watchdog members
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