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It all started with playful arm wrestling at home against her dad, and one accidental coffee spill after his long day at work.

Team Arm Wrestling Federation brings team aspect to individual sport

It all started with playful arm wrestling at home against her dad, and one accidental coffee spill after his long day at work.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 17h

The 173rd annual Rockton World’s Fair kicked off this week, and while the usual attractions like the midway, carnival food, and horse shows are guaranteed to impress, something a little more dangerous draws serious attention.

Rockton World's Fair draws young demolition derby champs

The 173rd annual Rockton World's Fair kicked off this week, and while the usual attractions like the midway, carnival food, and horse shows are guaranteed to impress, something a little more dangerous...

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 17h

Amid rising poverty and food insecurity in Canada, the Carney government announced their commitment to permanently fund the National School Food Program.

Prime Minister Carney promises to permanently fund National School Food Program

Amid rising poverty and food insecurity in Canada, the Carney government announced their commitment to permanently fund the National School Food Program.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 17h

A Brantford outreach program is looking to expand beyond the 50,000 meals they serve yearly, and is asking for funds to buy out the building they’re currently in so they can include space for a warming centre this winter. @DanielleDGTV has the full story.

Brantford Blessing Centre raising funds to expand services this winter

A Brantford outreach program is looking to expand beyond the 50,000 meals they serve yearly, and is asking for funds to buy out the building they're currently in so they can include space for a warmin...

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 19h

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has won the Nobel Peace Prize. Why is the White House upset about it?

María Corina Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize. Why is the White House upset?

The Nobel committee praised María Corina Machado as a key unifying figure, advocating for free elections and representative government.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 20h

Police say they’ve arrested a 19-year-old after a dramatic struggle at a townhouse complex on the Hamilton Mountain led to the seizure of a loaded gun.

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Hamilton police arrest 19-year-old for prohibited driving, gun possession

Police say they've arrested a 19-year-old after a dramatic struggle at a townhouse complex on the Hamilton Mountain led to the seizure of a loaded gun.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 21h

On this Sportsline Podcast, Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star and "Deep Left Field" podcast was talking about Blue Jays baseball. Wilner addressed the status of Bo Bichette for the ALCS.

Which team would be a better ALCS matchup for the Blue Jays — Mariners or Tigers?

On this Sportsline Podcast, Toronto Star columnist and Deep Left Field podcast host Mike Wilner was talking about Blue Jays baseball.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

Ontario Provincial Police are concerned there may be another victim after finding an elderly woman dead in her Simcoe home last weekend.

OPP seek potential second victim of homicide in Simcoe

Ontario Provincial Police are concerned there may be another victim after finding an elderly woman dead in her Simcoe home last weekend.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

A nationwide recall notice has been issued for the Nordic Flame Tabletop Fire Pit sold at Giant Tiger stores.

Fire Pit sold at Giant Tiger stores recalled

A nationwide recall notice has been issued for the Nordic Flame Tabletop Fire Pit sold at Giant Tiger stores.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

A fence installed at the Port Dover pier last month is causing controversy among town residents.

Residents 'on the fence' over Port Dover pier safety measure

A fence installed at the Port Dover pier last month is causing controversy among town residents.

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More allegations of terror at the now-closed Robert Land Academy in West Lincoln have come to light, as former students push for better vetting of private school staff.

Former Robert Land Academy staff, students call for stricter vetting at private schools

More allegations of terror at the now-closed Robert Land Academy in West Lincoln have come to light, as former students push for better vetting of private school staff.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

Here's what you need to know about the first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal.

What to know about the Israel-Hamas first-phase ceasefire deal

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a pause in their devastating two-year war and the release of the remaining hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

Police say a 23-year-old man has been charged with murder after a man was killed in an unprovoked attack outside his home north of Toronto.

Man charged with murder after unprovoked attack in Richmond Hill, Ont.: police

Police say a 23-year-old man has been charged with murder after a man was killed in an unprovoked attack outside his home north of Toronto.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

The union representing about 10,000 part-time support workers at Ontario's public colleges will hold a strike vote next week amid an ongoing strike by full-time support staff.

Part-time college support staff in Ontario to hold strike vote next week

The union representing about 10,000 part-time support workers at Ontario's public colleges will hold a strike vote next week amid an ongoing strike by full-time support staff.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

Reed Duthie, Brantford Bulldogs' director of broadcasting and communications, was the guest on this Sportsline Podcast. Duthie gave his prospects for the new season, spoke about head coach Jay McKee and detailed why the Bulldogs program is now one of the best in the country.

Why the Brantford Bulldogs hockey program is one of the best nationwide

Reed Duthie, Brantford Bulldogs' director of broadcasting and communications, was the guest on this Sportsline Podcast.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

Ontario Provincial Police have arrested a man from Québec in connection with the theft of a vehicle from a Thorold home.

OPP arrest 1 man after stolen vehicle from Thorold found near Ottawa

Ontario Provincial Police have arrested a man from Quebec in connection with the theft of a vehicle from a Thorold home.

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Weeks after winning the City of Hamilton's byelection in Ward 8, new councillor Rob Cooper reflects on why he jumped into the race and identifies his key priorities going forward.

Newly elected Hamilton councillor compiles to-do list

City of Hamilton's Ward 8 Coun. Rob Cooper reflects on why he jumped into the race and identifies his key priorities going forward.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

Winston Churchill, William Berczy paintings among items in Hudson's Bay auction

A painting of a sunny day in Morocco by former British prime minister Winston Churchill, an 1894 depiction of downtown Toronto by Frederic Marlett Bell-Smith and several pieces from one of Toronto's f...

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

Toronto police say two people have been fined and charged for flying drones over the Rogers Centre during the Blue Jays post-season baseball games.

Two charged for flying drones over Rogers Centre during Blue Jays games: police

Toronto police say two people have been fined and charged for flying drones over the Rogers Centre during the Blue Jays post-season baseball games.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

A weekly Public Health Ontario epidemiology report says the measles outbreak that began in the province almost a year ago is over.

Ontario declares measles outbreak over after more than 2,300 infections

A weekly Public Health Ontario epidemiology report says the measles outbreak that began in the province almost a year ago is over.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

The family of a Muslim hotel worker seriously injured in an alleged hate-motivated assault says the attack in Markham, Ont., has left them fearful as the National Council of Canadian Muslims warns of a sharp increase in hate crimes against the community.

Family, advocates condemn assault on Muslim man at hotel in Markham, Ont.

The family of a Muslim hotel worker seriously injured in an alleged hate-motivated assault says the attack in Markham, Ont., has left them fearful as the National Council of Canadian Muslims warns of ...

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

A food bank based in Welland has donated nearly 8,000 lbs of fresh produce and pasta to a Christmas-themed charity in Dunnville.

Welland food bank donates nearly 8000 lbs of food to Dunnville Christmas charity

A food bank based in Welland has donated nearly 8,000 lbs of fresh produce and pasta to a Christmas-themed charity in Dunnville.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 1d

Michael McLeod, one of five members of Canada's 2018 junior team recently acquitted of sexual assault charges, has signed a three-year contract with Avangard Omsk of the Russian-based Kontinental Hockey League.

Michael McLeod signs with Russian hockey team after acquittal in sexual assault case

Michael McLeod has signed a three-year contract with Avangard Omsk of the Russian-based Kontinental Hockey League.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 2d

The Ontario government says all of Marineland's belugas are alive. The Niagara Falls, Ont., park threatened to euthanize its 30 beluga whales if the federal government didn't inject emergency funds for their care.
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Marineland's belugas are alive after euthanasia deadline passes, Ontario says

The Ontario government says all of Marineland's belugas are alive.

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CHCH News @chchnews.bsky.social · 2d

The Blue Jays are flying high after a four-game win over the Yankees and can now recharge ahead of the American League Championship Series.
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Blue Jays have time to recharge ahead of ALCS game 1

The Blue Jays are flying high after a four-game win over the Yankees and can now recharge ahead of the American League Championship Series.

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