MORNING NEWS SCRAMBLE

Ever heard of Dixville Notch?

It’s a tiny town in New Hampshire where the first six votes of the U.S. election were counted just after midnight. The result: Three votes for Trump, Three votes for Harris.

How low could it go?

Windows boarded and security fences up… America is “locked and loaded” amid fears of “civil unrest” based on the election results. 

One of their own

Peel Police say one of their own took part in a violent demonstration at a Hindu temple.  The unnamed officer has been suspended, pending an investigation.

Is that a pickleball paddle in your pocket….?

Thieves are stealing thousands of dollars worth of pickleball paddles and are accused of reselling the stolen merchandise online.

Dear God!

Details are now emerging of exactly how four Catholic school board trustees racked up $50,000 in expenses on an art buying trip to Italy. The one-week trip included a $1,600 dinner at a gourmet hotel, $28,000 on flights, and $16,000 on hotels!

Dawson’s Creek star diagnosis

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Dawson’s Creek star James Van Der Beek says he’s been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The 47-year-old is receiving treatment and says there’s reason for optimism and he’s feeling good.

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KEEP THE CHANGE

Feeling the pinch

A study finds 48% of Canadians have had to dip into their savings accounts to cover day-to-day expenses, and half say they’re in worse financial state than they were at the beginning of the year. The cash crunch is causing many to put off bigger financial goals and tasks.

Plug problems

Seems some EV drivers are asking “Why is it so hard to maintain an electrical plug?” as they search for a place to plug in their cars. Canada supposedly has 32,000 public chargers, but frustrations are rising as many aren’t working properly.

Wanna buy a car?

According to one consulting group, vehicle sales in Canada were up 8.8% from the same month a year ago. The number sold matches the volume sold in October 2019.

HEALTHY START

Walking pneumonia

Health experts across Canada and the U.S. are noticing an increase in cases of so-called walking pneumonia. It’s a mild form of the illness that mainly hits kids and is treated with antibiotics.

Cow vs oat milk

You’ve got lots of milk choices at the grocery store these days, but how does oat milk stack up against the traditional stuff? It can be good if you’ve got allergies or are trying to avoid dairy, but the sugar, protein and nutrient content might not always compare.

AND… ANOTHER THING!

Lawn for lunch

Ever wonder why your dog eats grass? This list breaks down the reasons and tells you when it’s gone to far.

Got Christmas Vacation plans?

If not, the folks at Condé Nast Traveler have a list of 24 Christmas Vacation Ideas for you. And no, none of them are cheap.

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