Sports Report

MLB: Toronto 6 Boston 4

Super Series: Canada 4 Russia 1 (Canada leads 6-0)

Toddler Pulled From Markham Pool Dies

A young boy pulled from a pool behind his Markham foster home has died.
The boy died in a Hamilton hospital Saturday, according to the Toronto Children's Aid Society.
The 18-month-old tot, whose name was never released, was discovered in the pool behind his foster family's home, in the Hwy. 7 and Wootten Way area on Aug. 9.
York Regional Police believe the tot crawled out the back door of the home and into the fenced area surrounding the pool before plunging into the water.

With files from yorkregion.com

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Sports Report

The Blue Jays dropped their second game in a row last night, losing to the Boston Red Sox 5-3.
Matt Stairs led Toronto's offence, hitting a three-run home run in the 5th.
However, it wasn't enough.
The final game of the three-game series takes place tonight in Boston.
Sean Marcum (12-5) will face Boston's Curt Schilling (8-6).
First pitch - 7:05pm

The Argonauts have signed Marc Boerigter.
The wide receiver had previously played for the Calgary Stampeders, as well as the NFL's Kansas City Chiefs.
Boerigther will be placed on Toronto's practise roster.

Canada defeated Russia 8-1 in game five of the Super Series.
The Canadians now lead the exhibition series 5-0.
Game six is tonight in Saskatoon.
Puck drop - 8pm

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Press Release: Car Rally In Markham

The Main Street Markham Auto Classic Car Rally in Support of the T&T Charity Foundation. September 9th $50.00 Tax Deductible Entry Fee Registration 8:30am First Car Departs 9:00am

This event is a five stage car rally for show participants and other car enthusiasts who wish to participate in a fun, light hearted 90 minute "Sunday Morning Drive" in the local Markham Rd. area. The event is a combination of some of the more fun aspects of car rallying and includes a Navigational Poker Run with a Scavenger Hunt theme and a few extra surprises to keep the event light hearted and fun for all participants. Registration for the Rally Component is $50.00 per vehicle with all fees collected going directly to the Thomas & Tallis Charity Foundation supporting programs for youth sport and education in Markham. Space is limited to the first 40 vehicles, car show participants will depart first and have a reserved location for there vehicle on main street at the completion of the rally. Prizes will be awarded on the Main Stage to the car (Driver and Navigator) in three categories for the most points collected based on each leg of the course. The categories are Over All Winner, Vintage Car (Most Points in Class) and an open class Poker Run. More Information. This event is made possible by the generous support and assistance of the Main Street Markham BIA. Many Thanks! For more information on monthly events held in the beautiful Main Street Markham area Click Here. Register Now!

YRP Investigate Markham Condo Fire

An 84-year-old Markham woman is in critical but stable condition at Sunnybook Hospital, after being found unconscious in her condominium.
On Sept. 1, York Regional Police and Markham Fire were called to a fire at 610 Bullock Avenue, in the Highway 7 and McGowan Road area.
According to reports, the woman and a relative escaped the fire, but went back into the condominium to rescue her cats.
The woman was overcome by the heavy smoke and was soon found by fire services.
The cause of the fire is unknown and police did not find any evidence to suggest foul play.
The investigation continues.

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Sports Report

MLB: Boston 13 Toronto 10

CFL: Toronto 32 Hamilton 14

OUA Football: Waterloo 42 UofT 17; Windsor 59 York 0

Unionville Hosts Heritage & Big Band Festival

Main Street Unionvillle will be open only for pedestrians on Sept. 3 for the Heritage and Big Band Festival. Visitors will be entertained by five big bands including The Hurricanes and the Thornhill Swing Band. There will also be historical re-enactments of life in the 1800's.

The festival runs from 10am -6pm.

For more information, visit www.unionvilleinfo.com

- ER