Author: News Desk

Mark Neville, 65, pleaded guilty to attempted arson and weapons possession following a Molotov cocktail attack at the Thistle City Barbican Hotel in Islington, which housed asylum seekers. The incident, captured on CCTV, occurred on 25 September 2025, causing no injuries. He was remanded in custody ahead of sentencing.

The newly elected municipal council of Okanagan Falls is undergoing training ahead of its first meeting on 6 November. Mayor-elect Matt Taylor is leading sessions to prepare the council for managing local services, following the area’s transition to municipal status after a 2025 referendum.

Billy Allison, 36, faces murder charges after allegedly delivering a fatal punch to 44-year-old Matthew O’Gara at the Ricco and Loren bar in Lichfield on 24 May. Allison, a pub owner, denies murder but admits to manslaughter. The trial continues as evidence of his behaviour on the night emerges.

The Canadian Armed Forces provided an update on the fire incident at CFB Wainwright that occurred on 17 October, resulting in four fatalities and 39 injuries. Brigadier-General Vanessa Hanrahan noted the fire began on the automatic grenade launcher range, complicating firefighting efforts due to restricted access.

The office of Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston issued a complaint to Sibo Chen, an associate professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, following his media comments on a proposed AI data centre’s environmental impact. The office criticised Chen’s remarks as slanted and unsubstantiated, while he defended his statements as based on peer-reviewed research.

As votes are counted in Israel’s election, provocative statements from right-wing leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have surfaced, alleging electoral fraud and inciting against Arab voters. With projections showing Netanyahu’s bloc falling short of a majority, Arab-led parties may be pivotal in government formation.

Lumby will hold a byelection for mayor following Kevin Acton’s dual victories in municipal and provincial elections, which resulted in his departure from the mayoralty. The byelection is projected for late January or early February, with costs estimated between £5,000 and £10,000, which Acton has pledged to cover.

A six-year-old capybara named Samba, who escaped from Marwell Zoo, has been recorded on camera enjoying food left by zookeepers. Staff are actively working to recover her from private land, implementing a gradual approach to minimise her stress and encourage her return.

Exit polls indicate that Arab parties in Israel are projected to secure 18 seats in the Knesset following a record voter turnout of approximately 80% among Palestinian citizens. The Joint List and Ra’am are expected to play a significant role as coalition discussions commence amidst a tightly contested political landscape.

Mayoral candidates in Winnipeg are proposing increased police presence and surveillance tools, including drones, ahead of the civic election. Experts warn that adding officers may not address underlying social issues, despite the Winnipeg Police Service receiving 27 per cent of the city’s budget.