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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
East Kilbride 3 Stranraer 1: Kilby strike late on to edge Blues in dramatic finish
Kilby made it back-to-back wins in League Two East Kilbride left it late to grab their first home win in the SPFL - sending a trio of ex-gaffers home empty-handed on their K-Park return. The Blues sported THREE former Kilby managers in the dugout, with Chris Aitken, Stevie Aitken and Martin Fellowes all having been at the helm in the past few years. But after giving their former employers a scare, Kilby struck twice in the final nine minutes to edge some familiar faces in a dramatic finish to the League Two that also saw scorer Joao Balde sent off. Stranraer looked like they might take a point when Sallu Turay struck four minutes into the second half to cancel out John Robertson's 33rd minute opener from the penalty spot. However, Rhys Breen blasted home inside the box in the final nine minutes and then Joao Balde netted a diving header to make it back-to-back wins for Mick Kennedy's men after their opening day defeat at home to Spartans. Balde was booked in the aftermath of his goal, with something clearly said by one of the visiting supporters as he celebrated, and he picked up a second booking just moments later to get his marching orders. It leaves EK third in the table after three games. Kilby made just one change from their midweek Challenge Cup win over Queen of the South, as John Robertson came into the starting line-up at the expense of Jack Healy. The visitors named the same side that defeated Alloa in cup action, with ex-EK man BJ Coll on the bench. Inside six minutes Kilby came agonisingly close to taking an early lead when Sean Fagan made a great run in behind and his delivery across the face of goal was a whisker away from being met by skipper Jack Leitch at the back post, but his outstretched leg couldn't get a touch on it to turn the ball home. Lewis Dobbie had the ball in the back of the net for EK just moments later with a thumping volley from the edge of the box, but the near-side official had his flag up for an offside in the build-up. The Blues went close themselves in the ninth minute when Finn Ecrepont burst down the right and his pinpoint cross picked out Corey O'Donnell. However, the former Motherwell kid couldn't divert his effort on target from a great position. In 16 minutes Dobbie was denied at point-blank range when his header was well kept out by Josh Lane. Down the other end, Stranraer continued to look dangerous down the right and they were twice able to get deliveries across the face of goal. Again, though, O'Donnell failed to find that killer touch to make them pay. And that came back to haunt them in 33 minutes when Kilby took the lead from the penalty spot. Fagan got into the box down the right and marker Finn Ecrepont hauled him to the ground just inside, leaving referee Cameron Stirling to point to the spot. It looked a touch soft, but Kilby didn't care and Robertson powered his penalty beyond Lane, who managed to get a hand to it but couldn't keep it out. Lane did well to keep out a curling effort from Robertson in 39 minutes, as Kilby threatened to double their lead before the break. Stranraer thought they had equalised right on half-time when Mark Russell's corner was headed home at the back post by Evan Dunne. As the Stranraer players celebrated, the referee awarded a foul against Kilby keeper Freddie Owens and the visiting fans were quickly silenced. Magnus MacKenzie then got a vital touch in the last attack of the half to deny O'Donnell an equaliser and Kilby kept their advantage going into the break. However, Stranraer did pull level four minutes into the second half. Turay picked up possession in his own half and then his pace took him beyond his marker and into the box, where he made no mistake. He kept his cool and slid the ball under Owens to find the back of the net, despite the best efforts of Rhys Breen racing back to the goalline. A rasping Lewis Reid drive in 65 minutes flew just over the top as the Blues threatened again. Kilby turned to their bench with winger Nathan Flanagan and returning striker Cami Elliott coming on to try and find a winner, with Dobbie and Keir Foster making way. The hosts got away with one when Owens couldn't keep hold of a strike and O'Donnell almost pounced but his first touch inside the six-yard box was heavy and he knocked the ball just out of touch before he could try to turn the ball home from an acute angle. Elliott should have done better with a free header in the centre of the box from a Leitch corner on 78 minutes, as Kilby pushed to find a winner. Nine minutes from time, Jack Leitch's acrobatic effort in the box was blocked and the loose ball fell to Breen to blast home the rebound. Joao Balde then sealed the points in 89 minutes with a diving header into the bottom corner. Something was said to the Kilby player from a supporter in the Stranraer end, forcing a long stoppage in play, and Balde was booked for his protests amid Kilby players showing their digust towards the visiting end. Balde then picked up a second booking for a foul on Lewis Reid to end the game on a bit of a sour note. Kilby now travel to Stirling Albion on league business next weekend. EAST KILBRIDE: Owens, Breen, Ferguson, NacKenzie, Fagan, Leitch, Spence, Balde, Dobbie (Elliott 60), Foster (Flanagan 60), Robertson. Scorers: Robertson 33, Breen 81, Balde 90 Bookings: Fagan, Robertson Sent off: Balde Subs not used: Morrison, Sula, Hamilton, Healy, Lyon, Mimnaugh. STRANRAER: Lane, Rough, Ecrepont, Dunne, Reid, McManus (Hunter 39), Russell, Dolan, Turay (Stuart 71), Quigg (Edgar 84), O'Donnell. Scorers: Turay Bookings: HT: 1-0
CBC
6 days ago
- Politics
- CBC
P.E.I. Supreme Court won't let Murray Harbour councillor seek judicial review of sanctions
Carolyn Ryan Coun. John Robertson wanted to argue his right to freedom of expression was violated Caption: Murray Harbour Coun. John Robertson appeared in P.E.I. Supreme Court on Feb. 6, 2025, as his legal team argued for an extension of the typical 30 days someone has to seek a judicial review. (Steve Bruce/CBC) Prince Edward Island's Supreme Court has ruled against a bid by a Murray Harbour councillor to keep legal action against the rural municipality alive. John Robertson was asking the court to retroactively allow him more time to have requested a judicial review of disciplinary actions Murray Harbour's council took against him back in November 2023. That was after he erected a sign on his property in September of the same year that some saw as an attack on Canada's National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Considering this a breach of the council's code of conduct, his fellow councillors voted to temporarily suspend and fine him, and ordered him to apologize in writing. Robertson has argued that the council's actions violated his right to freedom of expression, and that the code of conduct did not apply because putting up the sign was not part of his council duties. He had 30 days to file an application for judicial review, under the province's Judicial Review Act. However, he did not do so until Feb. 16, 2024 — 90 days after his fellow councillors made their decision. "Despite the able submissions made by counsel on behalf of Robertson, the motion for an extension of time to seek judicial review of the decision made by Council on Nov. 18, 2023, is dismissed," Supreme Court Justice Jonathan M. Coady wrote in a ruling dated Aug. 6. "Admittedly, relevant considerations pulled the court in different directions. However, after weighing all of them, the balance ultimately tipped in favour of not extending the general time period for seeking judicial review in this particular case." 3rd-party investigation on sign questioning suspected unmarked Indigenous graves set to go ahead In particular, the ruling said Robertson had not given a satisfactory reason for his failure to apply for a judicial review before the 30-day time limit expired. Among other reasons, he cited: "Bafflement at the decision by council." Completing a building project and settling an insurance claim. Coping with the health-care needs of three cats. Winterizing a recreational vehicle. A trip and fall while boarding a ship in New York City. Crossing the Atlantic by that same ship to England for a holiday. The Christmas vacation. Attempts to consult with a P.E.I. lawyer. A severe winter storm in February. Confusion arising from the actions taken by the provincial municipalities minister after the Murray Harbour council's ruling. The court was also not convinced that Robertson would indeed go ahead with his application even if he were given more time. "For the court to now allow that decision to be challenged and potentially set aside would displace two recognized ingredients for good public administration: certainty and finality," Coady wrote. "Such an outcome would negatively impact effective public decision-making in the Rural Municipality of Murray Harbour. In light of the discretionary finding on the motion, the application for judicial review filed by Robertson, as amended, is also dismissed. — Supreme Court of P.E.I. "In this case, council was entitled to proceed on the basis that the decision made on Nov. 18, 2023 — and not challenged in a timely way by Robertson filing an application for judicial review — was final." The court's decision to not grant a retroactive extension to the filing time effectively means Robertson's quest for a judicial review is over, unless he seeks leave to appeal the latest ruling to the Supreme Court of Canada. "In light of the discretionary finding on the motion, the application for judicial review filed by Robertson, as amended, is also dismissed," the ruling said.
CTV News
11-08-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
P.E.I. Supreme Court dismisses councillor's application for extension of judicial review on sign sanctions
The sign posted by Councillor John Robertson, which is posted saying "Truth: Mass Graves Hoax, Reconciliation: Redeem Sir John A's Integrity." (Courtesy: Gregory Miller) The Prince Edward Island Supreme Court has dismissed a Murray Harbour councillor's application for more time to file a judicial review into sanctions brought against him for a controversial sign. According to the court's written decision, dated Aug. 6, an application of judicial review must be submitted within 30 days of a contested decision. It says the extension sought by John Robertson was an additional 60 days. 'When measured against the general rule that an application for judicial review must be commenced within thirty days, the extension of time being sought by Robertson – an additional sixty days – is still considerable,' the decision reads. 'This is not a mere matter of a missed deadline. There was a significant period of time between the expiry of the general time period for judicial review and the filing of this application for judicial review.' The decision says Robertson, a councillor with the Rural Municipality of Murray Harbour, posted a sign in front of his home on Sept. 29, 2023, that read: 'Truth: Mass Grave Hoax. Reconciliation: Redeem Sir John A's integrity.' The next day, the sign read: 'A 'Hoax' Boys & Girls (Google it) is a lie told by people you were taught to trust.' 'The messages posted by Robertson followed media reports that a preliminary survey of the grounds of the former Kamloops Indian Residential School had uncovered 215 potential burial sites,' the decision reads. According to the decision, at a special meeting on Nov. 18, 2023, Murray Harbour council imposed sanctions on Robertson following an investigation into the sign under Bylaw 112 regarding code of conduct for council members. The sanctions included a six-month suspension, a $500 fine, a written apology and removal as chairperson of a committee. Robertson was unable to attend the special meeting and learned about the sanctions on Nov. 20. He exchanged a few messages with a local lawyer before travelling to New York and then England on Dec. 6, according to the decision. Following council's decision, the provincial Housing, Land and Community minister sent a letter to Robertson on Dec. 20 that purportedly ordered him to comply with the sanctions within 48 hours or resign by the end of the year. The deadline was later extended to Jan. 9, 2024, but it was never enforced. The minister revoked it on Jan. 19, 2024. The decision says a lawyer filed an application for a judicial review on Robertson's behalf on Feb. 16, 2024. Ten days later, Robertson filed a motion for an extension to file the application. The motion for the extension was heard in court on Feb. 6, 2025. The decision, citing the Judicial Review Act, says a judge can approve an extension for an application 'where the judge is satisfied that there are grounds for relief and that no substantial prejudice or hardship will result to any person by reason of the delay.' The decision says Robertson was 'baffled' by the sanctions and he felt council's conduct offended the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. During his trip to New York and England, Robertson was not in communication with a lawyer as the time limit to file an application expired. He also confirmed he did not notify council or the mayor in writing that he intended to seek a judicial review. 'The court is not satisfied that Robertson had a bona fide intention to apply for judicial review before the 30-day time limit expired,' the decision reads. 'There is no doubt for the court that Robertson disagreed with the decision made by Council and shared the view that his expression was not an issue for sanction by Council. However, missing from the record was any expressed intention on the part of Robertson to challenge the decision in court or by way of judicial review.' 'While there was an exchange of messages with a local lawyer before the general time limit expired, the record did not demonstrate any intention on the part of Robertson to take the additional step of applying for judicial review or seeking intervention by the court.' The decision says Robertson cited several reasons for the delay in his application, including his travel outside of P.E.I. in December, managing injuries suffered from a fall while boarding a ship in New York city, attempts to consult with a local lawyer, a winter storm in February 2024 and 'astonishment at the conduct taken by the Minister.' The court says it was not satisfied with these explanations, saying they were 'ordinary incidents of everyday life.' It noted the trip to England was an annual one and that Robertson was not hospitalized following his injury. 'In the thirty days after the decision by Council, Robertson presented no evidence of any instructions given, or any actions taken, by him to actually challenge the decision in any way,' the decision reads. 'This lack of diligence on the part of Robertson in the immediate wake of the decision by Council was unreasonable in the circumstances.' According to the decision, Robertson asserted council failed to properly balance regulatory objectives with freedom of expression when sanctioning him. He also noted procedural problems to assert council's decision was not authorized by law. 'The court is satisfied that there are arguable grounds for relief in this case,' the decision reads. 'In other words, the judicial review has a reasonable prospect of being successful on the merits. At the hearing, counsel for the Rural Municipality of Murray Harbour also conceded that Robertson had raised at least an arguable case on the merits.' Despite that, the court ruled to dismiss the application for an extension, saying it would have a 'detrimental impact on good public administration in the Rural Municipality of Murray Harbour.' 'While Robertson has advanced compelling submissions about the grounds for judicial review, those submissions are not sufficiently weighty for the court to counterbalance the less than satisfactory evidence about his intention to seek judicial review before the statutory time period expired or the unconvincing explanation provided for his substantial delay,' the decision reads. 'When considered together with the negative consequences for good and effective public administration, the court is ultimately not satisfied that an extension of time in this case would be a truly judicious exercise of its discretion. 'In light of the discretionary finding on the motion, the application for judicial review filed by Robertson, as amended, is also dismissed.' For more P.E.I. news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
Scotsman
08-08-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Hearts transfer latest as forward move branded 'truly historic'
Here are some of the latest Hearts themed transfer headlines. Sign up to our Hearts newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... They have started the season in perfect form and Hearts are now looking to further bolster their ranks to continue strong performances. After a perfect Premier Sports Cup group stage campaign, the Jambos beat Aberdeen 2-0 at Tynecastle on the opening day. They face Dundee United this weekend and are backed by a new signing ahead of it, Burkina Faso international forward Pierre Landry Kabore. He has signed a three year deal from Estonian top flight side JK Narva Trans for an undisclosed fee. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad There could be exits ahead and the incomings might not be done either. In the meantime, here are some of the latest headlines when it comes to Hearts. John Robertson's football return shock Iconic striker John Robertson admits he has been left stunned over his return to the frontline in the SPFL. He has been brought in to assist ex Hearts midfielder Don Cowie at Ross County after their relegation from the Premiership. Robertson told HNM: 'It was a complete and utter surprise to be asked in, but I'm delighted to be here and I'm going to do everything I can to help. 'I got a phone call on the Friday morning from the chairman, just asking if I could pop in and see him in his offices to talk about what Ross County required for the Championship having been there. It was – or at least, I thought it was – a casual chat. I basically described the kind of squad I felt was required to have a chance of challenging for the Championship title, and he asked if I was still looking to get back into the game. 'I wasn't in any great hurry. I was content working for and with my wife Sally and doing the BBC work, caddying and playing a bit of golf. When Roy asked, I said I would really need to speak to Steven Ferguson and Don Cowie, which I thought would buy me a day or two – to which he replied they were in the next room. I had a good chat with Don. He's a guy I respect, who I've known for years, and there are only two guys who I would do this for, one being Don and the other being Liam Fox who I'm very close with and mentored in his early days at Hearts.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad St Johnstone liking Hearts transfer switch Simo Valakari knew Adam Forrester was a star he wanted in his ranks - after seeing the right back up close. The youngster has signed a season-long loan deal with the Perthshire side after a co-operation agreement was struck between St Johnstone and Hearts, giving Forrester regular game time at Championship level. Boss Valakari told The Courier: 'I did not know after seeing him against us he was that young (20). He looked more mature when he played. I loved his intensity, how he was pressing our players. We had our way of playing and we wanted to keep the ball, but he did not give space or time to our wingers. I really liked that. He caught my eye, and I couldn't believe he was this young. He has first-team experience for a big club, which tells me everything. 'There is a lot of potential with the boy. Hearts have their ambitions and have brought a lot of players in. It's important that your young players play go and play. So, he is ready to take this moment for his development, to take this step here, and compete for the chance to play for us. It's so important for a young player that you keep playing competitive games. It says a lot for his realistic mindset that he understood the situation, as a younger player, that he needs to play.' Kabore deal branded historic JK Narva Trans know all about Kabore's goalscoring exploits, where he's struck an impressive 22 goals in 20 games to become the Estonian top flight's main marksman. CEO Konstantin Burdakov is in no doubt that major success is coming the way of Hearts' new hitman. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad He said: 'The club would like to thank Landry for his significant contribution made to our ranks during two years. We sincerely wish him the best of luck and success in his new career step - he has 100% earned it. This long-awaited and truly historic transition makes us proud. We believe that Landry's example inspires our growing and young players: with the right attitude, discipline and work ethic, truly great heights can be achieved.' Tony Bloom ambition backed Livingston boss David Martindale says it would be wise not to bet against the ambition Tony Bloom has for Hearts. The Brighton owner recently completed a deal to take a 29% stake in the Edinburgh club and has made headlines by stating he'd be disappointed if a title is not won within the next decade. Martindale said: 'I think he's given himself a lot of wiggle room by saying 10 years. But do I believe that they can achieve that? It would be a stupid man that would bet against it. If I was a betting man, I would put my money on Tony Bloom achieving what he said he's wanting to achieve rather than saying he's talking ludicrous. I'd definitely put my chips behind him because I think he's shown he can do it."
BBC News
04-08-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Nottingham Forest 'became entangled in my identity'
We know the relationship between a football fan and their club is a special one so, as we gear up for the new season, we asked you to share why you fell in love with Nottingham Forest and some of your favourite moments supporting are some of your submissions: Edward: The origins are lost in the mists of time, but as a seven or eight-year-old I was looking for a club to follow. I didn't want to follow the same clubs as my friends did. So I chose Nottingham Forest. Was I attracted by the name? Probably. Did I know they were European champions? Possibly. Did I watch John Robertson score in Madrid? Definitely. By then, I was hooked. It has largely been thin gruel, but that only makes the high points even higher. Being a Forest fan became entangled in my identity. I didn't meet another Forest fan for over a decade and nobody in my family or social circle knew another one. As Nick Hornby described his Arsenal fandom in Fever Pitch, I was the embodiment of Nottingham Forest for anyone who had a passing interest in football during the turbulent 1980s. The advent of an Irish supporters' club, a few bob in my hand and a gang to cross the Irish Sea with meant I could travel to my East Midlands home. The concept of a place where there would be tens of thousands of Forest fans had never really hit me so I had full sensory overload on my first visit to the City Ground. Every visit since has given me a buzz. I know nothing else and I know no better. I will carry Nottingham Forest with me to the grave. Alexander: As a seven-year-old in1940, I was taken to watch my first soccer match at the City Ground - a wartime friendly. The result was Forest 2-4 Lincoln City. The following Saturday, I was taken to Meadow Lane and this result was Notts County 1-5 Grimsby Town. Even then, my arithmetic was good enough to decide Forest were the better of two lovers. Never once in the ensuing 85 years have I regretted that decision. Send your pictures and stories here
