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By Jimmy Greenfield Chicago Tribune Tues., Dec. 18, 2018 The sight on the ice was jarring, then nauseating. Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford lay on his back, his hands pulled to his head, moments after a high-speed collision with teammate Dylan Strome. It came as no surprise when coach Jeremy Colliton revealed after Sunday’s game that Crawford had suffered his second concussion in less than a year. The cause of the collision — the Sharks’ Evander Kane skating fast toward the net and pushing Strome so hard that Crawford’s head snapped back into the goalpost and dislodged the net — was of far less importance than its outcome. Yes, Kane received a penalty for goaltender interference because it was careless, but there’s no way to conclude it was intentional. Article Continued Below What is true and scary is how the scene on the ice immediately transported you back to Crawford’s struggle to return from the concussion he … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks need to let Corey Crawford heal
Students to lose jobs after Ford government axes school programs
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By Isabel Teotonio Education Reporter Kristin Rushowy Queen's Park Bureau Tues., Dec. 18, 2018 Nearly 100 students will be laid off from their part-time jobs at the Toronto Catholic school board because the programs they work for are being axed by the Ford government as part of the province’s $25 million funding cut to school boards. Those job losses are just the “tip of the iceberg” because all of Ontario’s 72 school boards are being impacted by funding cuts or reductions to specialized grants. “It’s deplorable and despicable,” said Toronto Catholic District School Board chair Maria Rizzo. “Kids will suffer in the long run (by the cuts).” A report by the board’s staff to its trustees outlines which of its programs have been impacted by the cuts and reductions because of the 2018-2019 funding changes to EPO (Education Program-Other). Cancelled programs include the Focus on … [Read more...] about Students to lose jobs after Ford government axes school programs
‘It was everything good that only happens at Christmas’
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By Star staff Tues., Dec. 18, 2018 With less than a week left in the Star Santa Fund campaign, we still need your help to meet our target. We need your help, that is, to continue to provide tens of thousands of underprivileged children with a gift at Christmas. What do the Star Santa Fund boxes, with their gifts of warm clothing, toys, books and more, mean to our city and its residents? Over the course of the campaign, the Star receives many notes of appreciation from former gift box recipients (many of whom are now donors) that expound on that question. At the recent Star Santa Fund Christmas concert, for instance, Ellen Trotman handed a note to the fund’s director, Barbara Mrozek. Her note, excerpted here, captures well the role the Santa Fund has long played in the GTA, transforming the lives of children and communities, and why your donations matter. “I was a proud recipient of the coveted Star Santa Fund box for a lot of my childhood years. … [Read more...] about ‘It was everything good that only happens at Christmas’
News PBA: On cusp of title, Magnolia looks to end Governors’ Cup, season on top
Expect Magnolia to go for the jugular when the Hotshots clash with Alaska in Game 6 of the PBA Governors' Cup best-of-7 finals on Wednesday. Game time is at Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo at 7 p.m. The Hotshots are just a win away from the title, having beaten the Aces 79-78 in Game 5 for a 3-2 series lead. Magnolia head coach Chito Victolero said it would be fitting to give themselves a title as a Christmas gift, something the franchise hasn't accomplished in the past 4 years. "Ito ang pinaka-magandang regalong pwede namin ibigay sa sarili namin. The opportunity is there, so susubukin namin kunin," he said in an article posted on the PBA website. But Alex Compton and the Alaska Aces are determined to force a do-or-die on Friday. "Game 7? We'll certainly try to do it," he said. Both teams underwent a 4-day breather for the 2018 PBA rookie draft. For more sports coverage, visit the ABS-CBN Sports website. … [Read more...] about News PBA: On cusp of title, Magnolia looks to end Governors’ Cup, season on top
The real crisis at Toronto Community Housing isn’t at the top
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By Star Editorial Board Tues., Dec. 18, 2018 Toronto Community Housing Corp. needs strong, stable leadership. Unfortunately, it’s getting neither. The CEO has been sidelined and the most important initiative she launched since she was appointed 14 months ago has been abruptly cancelled. This is an ominous sign for TCHC, which badly needs to turn the page after years of turmoil and controversy in its senior ranks. The stakes are far too high to allow the organization to be consumed once again by internal squabbling. It’s the country’s largest social housing provider, responsible for 110,000 tenants living in some 2,100 properties spread across the city. They deserve a safe, decent place to live and that takes a team focused on making sure TCHC properties are properly maintained — an enormous job after decades of neglect from all levels of government. Article Continued Below Progress is being made: this year TCHC plans to spend $300 … [Read more...] about The real crisis at Toronto Community Housing isn’t at the top