Today in News History
On June 29, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1764, One of the strongest tornadoes in history strikes Woldegk, Germany, killing one person while leveling numerous mansions with winds estimated greater than 300 miles per hour (480 km/h). In 1908, Erik Lundqvist, Swedish javelin thrower (died 1963) was born. In 1913, Earle Meadows, American pole vaulter (died 1992) was born. In 1915, The North Saskatchewan River flood of 1915 is the worst flood in Edmonton history. In 1960, Frank Patrick, Canadian ice hockey player and coach (born 1885) passed away. In 1968, Theoren Fleury, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 1983, Jeremy Powers, American cyclist was born. In 1995, Space Shuttle program: STS-71 Mission (Atlantis) docks with the Russian space station Mir for the first time. In 2002, Matt Rempe, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 2017, Dave Semenko, Canadian ice hockey player (born 1957) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
The CapeGate Ice Rink returns with a bigger, brighter winter adventure
CapeGate’s neon-lit ice rink returns for the winter school holidays, inviting young skaters and their families to glide, glow and make the most of the season. CapeGate Shopping Centre is bringing the coolest school holiday outing back to the Northern Suburbs. From 26 June to 19 July 2026, the CG Ice Rink will turn the []
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