Toronto, On – Due to incredible fan demand, Juno Award Winning and Certified Gold selling International R&B Icon Dru has extended his Soul Nostalgic Residency, a live Vegas style dinner and show once a month, at Acqua Supper Club. This intimate setting accommodates over 350 seated (dining) and 1000+ standing guests, promising an unparalleled experience. Immerse yourself in an enchanting night where elegance meets soul, as the stage transforms into a Time Machine, guiding you through an era of unforgettable songs. Prepare to groove, sing along, and reminisce on R&B/Soul throwbacks, featuring hits from legends and modern-day classics led by DRU.Soul Nostalgic marks the creation of an undeniably unforgettable dining experience at Acqua Supper Club. Secure your tickets, make table reservations now for a night filled with soulful melodies and a Vegas-style extravaganza you won’t forget and see why Dru is dubbed “The Prince Of R&B.”
DRU (Andrew Grange), a Canadian-born artist with Jamaican heritage, has carved a remarkable path in the music industry, embodying the essence of determination and revolution. Initially recognized as the lead singer of the award-winning R&B group In Essence, their debut album “The Master Plan” earned accolades, including a JUNO Award, MuchMusic Award, and SOCAN #1 Award in 2004. Stepping into the spotlight as a solo artist with his 2008 album “The One,” DRU showcased his vocal versatility. The singles “The One,” “Stay with Me (Always),” and “Seasons” climbed the charts, peaking at #10 on CHR/Top 40 and Hot AC radio across Canada. His collaboration on Doman & Gooding’s hit “Runnin” in 2009 garnered a JUNO nomination for Dance Recording of the Year. In 2012, DRU released his second album, “On The Brink,” featuring gold-status singles “She Can Ride” and “Gettin It In. The Lovers rock mix of the track “Love Collision” earned him a JUNO nomination for Reggae Recording of the Year in 2014. Continuing his success, the 2015 single “Deja Vu” led to another JUNO nomination for R&B/Soul Recording of the Year. His 2016 release, “Don’t Be Afraid,” opened doors for DRU as he toured with Sean Paul on the Canadian Full Speed Tour. Fast forward to 2021, and DRU unveiled his third album, “THE REBIRTH MMXX,” a soulful homage to ’90s R&B with a contemporary twist. The album’s global release was accompanied by a European promo tour, spanning 15 dates across 10 cities in 7 countries. With close to 3 million streams and counting, “THE REBIRTH MMXX” solidifies DRU’s re-introduction to the music industry with 20/20 vision. Looking ahead, 2024 promises soul residencies at casinos, resorts, and high-end corporate events, showcasing DRU’s unwavering commitment to his craft and undeniable impact on the world of music.
VANCOUVER – Environment Canada is warning about an intensifying storm that is expected to bring powerful winds to Vancouver Island and the British Columbia coast this week.
Matt MacDonald, the lead forecaster for the BC Wildfire Service, says models predict “explosive cyclogenesis,” which is also known as a bomb cyclone, materializing Tuesday night.
Such storms are caused by a rapid drop in atmospheric pressure at the centre of a storm system that results in heavy rain and high winds.
MacDonald says in a social media post that B.C. coastal inlets could see “hurricane force” winds of more than 118 km/h and create waves up to nine metres off Washington and Oregon.
Environment Canada posted a special weather statement saying the storm will develop off the coast of Vancouver Island on Tuesday, bringing high winds and heavy rain to some areas starting in the afternoon.
It says the weather system may cause downed trees, travel delays and power outages, adding that peak winds are expected for most areas Tuesday night, though the severe weather is likely to continue into Wednesday.
B.C. has been hit by a series of powerful fall storms, including an atmospheric river that caused flash flooding in Metro Vancouver in mid-October.
A lightning storm overnight and early Monday covered parts of Metro Vancouver in hail.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 18, 2024.
This will allow CBP to enhance border security while facilitating legitimate cross-border trade and travel. CBP officers will be deployed to busier ports of entry, enabling the agency to use its resources most effectively for its critical national security and border security missions.
These adjustments formalize current operating hours that have been in effect for more than four years at 13 ports of entry across the northern border, with eight ports of entry expanding hours. A small number of ports will see reduced hours in an effort to continually align resources to operational realities. Travelers who use these affected crossing locations will have other options within a reasonable driving distance.
Importantly, these adjustments have been made in close coordination with CBSA, to ensure aligned operational hours that further enhance the security of both countries.
CBP continually monitors operations, traffic patterns and volume, and analyzes the best use of resources to better serve the traveling public. CBP will remain engaged with local and regional stakeholders, as well as communities to ensure consistent communication and to address concerns.
The vast majority of the 118 northern border ports of entry will continue to operate at existing hours, including many with 24/7 operations. Locate ports of entry and access border wait times here.
The following are the new permanent POE hours of operation for select New York POEs:
Chateauguay, NY new hours of operation – 6 am to 6 pm
Trout River, NY new hours of operation – 6 am to 6 pm
Rouses Point, NY new hours of operation – 8 am to 8 pm
Overton Corners, NY new hours of operation – 6 am to 10 pm
Again, these changes will go into effect beginning at midnight, January 6, 2025.
Below is a listing of each location with the closest border crossing that will remain open 24/7 for appropriate commercial and passenger traffic:
Chateauguay, NY – closest 24/7 port: Fort Covington – 27 miles
Trout River, NY – closest 24/7 port: Fort Covington – 11 miles
Rouses Point, NY – closest 24/7 port: Champlain – 8 miles
Overton Corners, NY – closest 24/7 port: Champlain – 5 miles
For additional information or to contact a port of entry, please visit CBP.gov.
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OTTAWA – An Ottawa man is pleading not guilty to charges of terrorism and hate-speech related to the promotion of a far-right group.
RCMP charged Patrick Gordon Macdonald in July 2023, alleging he took part in activities of a listed terrorist organization.
It’s the first case in Canada where the government laid charges for both terrorism and hate propaganda against someone for promoting a violent, far-right ideology.
As the trial opened Monday in Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice, Crown prosecutors alleged Macdonald helped produce propaganda for the Atomwaffen Division, an international neo-Nazi organization Canada listed as a terror group in 2021.
Prosecutors alleged he aided in the production of three propaganda videos designed to recruit new members and incite hatred against Jews.
The allegations have not yet been proven in court.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 18, 2024.
