Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1817, Alvin Saunders, Territorial Governor and Senator from Nebraska (died 1899) was born. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1927, Françoys Bernier, Canadian pianist, conductor, and educator (died 1993) was born. In 1950, Gilles Meloche, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1957, Dave Semenko, Canadian ice hockey player and sportscaster (died 2017) was born. In 1976, Dan Boyle, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 1985, Keven Lacombe, Canadian cyclist was born. In 1989, Nick Palmieri, American ice hockey player was born. In 2000, Charles Merritt, Canadian colonel and politician, Victoria Cross recipient (born 1908) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Saskatchewan band’s campaign to save Hockey Night in Canada on CBC tops 12,500 signatures
The June 16 news that CBC will no longer air Hockey Night in Canada after 74 years might have got lost in FIFA fever, but... The post Saskatchewan band’s campaign to save Hockey Night in Canada on CBC tops 12,500 signatures appeared first on NOW Toronto.
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CFL.ca
· Jul 3, 2026
Live Stream: U.S. and international audiences can sign up and watch Saskatchewan at Ottawa on CFL+
U.S. and international audiences can sign up and watch the Saskatchewan Roughriders take on the Ottawa REDBLACKS at TD Place Stadium.
Global News
· Jun 24, 2026
Watch live coverage of Canada, Switzerland fans marching to BC Place ahead of game
Team Canada fans will be marching to BC Place, mustering at Switchmen Street at 9:15 a.m. and departing at 9:45 a.m. Our special will start at 10 a.m. PT.
3DownNation
· Jul 4, 2026
Tommy Stevens closes out scrappy Saskatchewan Roughriders win in Ottawa (& other thoughts)
The Saskatchewan Roughriders found a way to record a scrappy 27-22 win over the Ottawa Redblacks in Week 5. It wasn’t pretty, but the Riders avoided an upset in the nation’s capital and put together a team effort to improve to 3-1 through four regular-season games in 2026. 10-point hole Saskatchewan had the shovel out []
CBC News
· Jul 2, 2026
The National | Canada Day celebrations dampened by weather
July 1, 2026 | Messages of unity take centre stage on Canada Day until severe weather forces an early end to Ottawa’s celebration. What’s next for CUSMA after the U.S. declines to extend the trade deal. And, Canada is joining the world’s biggest song contest.
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Related coverage for "Saskatchewan band’s campaign to save Hockey Night in Canada on CBC tops 12,500 signatures": CFL.ca — Live Stream: U.S. and international audiences can sign up and watch Saskatchewan at Ottawa on CFL+. Global News — Watch live coverage of Canada, Switzerland fans marching to BC Place ahead of game. 3DownNation — Tommy Stevens closes out scrappy Saskatchewan Roughriders win in Ottawa (& other thoughts). CBC News — The National | Canada Day celebrations dampened by weather