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CBC
3 days ago
- Politics
- CBC
MAGA-affiliated musician takes stage east of Ottawa after NCC pulls permit
A Christian rocker affiliated with U.S. President Donald Trump played to more than 100 people in Alfred and Plantagenet, Ont., on Saturday afternoon after he was prevented from holding a free concert in Gatineau, Que. The National Capital Commission (NCC) had refused to issue a permit for Sean Feucht to play in Jacques-Cartier Park, which is managed by the Crown corporation. Feucht, who unsuccessfully ran for U.S. Congress as a Republican in 2020, is also a missionary and an author who has spoken out against the 2SLGBTQ+ community, abortion rights and critical race theory. He has called for government policy in the United States to be based on traditional Christian values in the midst of a "spiritual war" in that country. The NCC said Wednesday evening it had consulted with the Gatineau Police Service and would not allow Feucht to play in the riverside park, citing "concerns about public safety and security." The refusal to issue the permit echoed similar decisions made by other Canadian municipalities, including Quebec City, Moncton and Charlottetown. CBC/Radio-Canada asked for an interview with Feucht on Saturday but the request was denied. Alfred and Plantagenet Mayor Yves Laviolette said he was unaware of the concert until he was alerted by the media and then later by Ontario Provincial Police. "We're just trying to be prepared for whatever consequences are going to happen," Laviolette told Radio-Canada before the concert. "Hopefully it's going to be very docile."
CTV News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
OPP aware of planned concert by controversial U.S. singer east of Ottawa
Christian musician Sean Feucht of California sings during a rally at the National Mall in Washington, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say it is aware of a planned concert this afternoon by U.S.-based Christian musician Sean Feucht in eastern Ontario. A post by the singer on X says a free event is planned in an open field in the Township of Alfred and Plantagenet just off Highway 17. Feucht had been scheduled to play in Gatineau on Saturday but had his permit pulled by the National Capital Commission (NCC), who cited 'public safety and security' as the reason for the cancellation. OPP Const. Brianna Babin tells CTV News Ottawa that officers are patrolling the event and that a stage has been set up in the area. Police are in contact with the owners of Cedar Shade Campground located next to the concert site. The township is also aware of the planned event, she says. Babin says the event is scheduled to go forward and it remains unclear how many people will attend. The concert comes a day after Feucht held a concert at a downtown Montreal church, despite having his permits revoked by the city. The City of Montreal says it will be issuing the church a fine. At least six other dates of Feucht's Canadian tour have been cancelled, including in Quebec City, Charlottetown, Halifax, Moncton and Vaughan. Feucht describes himself as a musician, missionary, author, and activist. He has spoken out against 'gender ideology,' abortion, and the LGBTQ+ community, and his religious and political views have grabbed the attention of U.S. President Donald Trump's administration. The Atlantic magazine, based in Washington, D.C., recently described Feucht as a Christian nationalist who has become a 'MAGA superstar.' In a statement to CTV News Ottawa Thursday, Feucht said he is protesting policies enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic, which he claimed were biased against Christians. Feucht says on X that he will be playing in Toronto on Sunday. With files from CTV News Montreal
BBC News
6 days ago
- BBC News
Armed police called to street after burglary report in Leicester
Armed officers were deployed to a residential street in Leicester following reports of a burglary in were called to Egerton Avenue shortly after 11:15 BST on Wednesday. No suspects were found inside the property, but officers discovered a number of cannabis Police said armed officers were sent "in the interest of public and police safety".
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
Woman warns others to stay vigilant in viral video following incident on Niagara Falls bike path
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) – After a frightening encounter on a bike path over the weekend, a Niagara Falls woman is hoping to warn others to be safe. Bianca Falsetti is used to riding her bike alone along a bike path in Niagara Falls that overlooks the gorge. However, over the weekend, she experienced something she never thought would happen to her. She says a man approached her, put his hands on the handle bars, and prevented her from moving. 'I literally just froze and did nothing and was in disbelief,' she told News 4. Falsetti isn't sure what the man wanted, but whatever he was saying to her didn't make sense. With the man gripping the handle bars, she wasn't able to bike away and was scared for her safety. She said this happened around 4 p.m. on Saturday. A couple riding their bikes, along the same path, saw what was happening and intervened. 'The wife was just like, 'get off of her right now, are you crazy?' And I think she spooked him a little and he backed off and let go of my handle bars,' Falsetti said. Falsetti posted the encounter on social media to warn women not to be outdoors by themselves in Niagara Falls. 'Women and everyone in general just need to be safe,' she said. 'I've had a lot of women reach out and say something similar has happened to them, either on this path or on a different area near us.' Falsetti is encouraging women to use the buddy method, carry an air horn to make noise and share their location with friends and family when they're out. 'I know so many people are like, oh go somewhere that's safer, go somewhere like this place or that place, but this was a friendly reminder that things can happen anywhere,' Falsetti said. 'It doesn't matter how nice the neighborhood is or where you are. My message was about situational awareness, if you can ride with a friend, and always be vigilant.' Falsetti is hoping to reconnect with the couple who helped her to thank them in person. Latest Local News Woman warns others to stay vigilant in viral video following incident on Niagara Falls bike path Former North Carolina superintendent named Buffalo Public Schools superintendent Manhattan Project waste materials in Lewiston being moved to Texas Bills bringing back red helmets for last regular season game at Highmark 2 suffer life-threatening injuries in Amherst crash Sarah Minkewicz is an Emmy-nominated reporter and Buffalo native who has been a part of the News 4 team since 2019. Follow Sarah on Twitter @SarahMinkewicz and click here to see more of her work. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
CTV News
18-07-2025
- CTV News
Potential scam involves person claiming to be city by-law officer, snatching residents' money
The City of Orillia is warning residents about a potential scam involving a person falsely claiming to be a city by-law officer and attempting to collect money from residents at their home. The city was recently notified about a concerning incident where a resident was approached at their home by someone posing as a by-law officer. The resident said they were asked to provide payment on the spot for a violation related to tall grass and weeds. The city wants to remind you that Orillia by-law officers never collect fine or penalty payments at your door. Any legitimate fines or penalties issued through the city must be paid through official channels like the Orillia City Centre, online or by mail. All legitimate officers wear distinctive blue uniforms bearing the official logo and carrying city-issued identification badges. Officers will never request payment in cash or on-site at a home. If a resident is approached by someone claiming to be a by-law officer, they should report the incident to police. 'Public safety is our top priority, and we want residents to be cautious and informed,' said Shawn Crawford, Director of Legislative, Building, Parking, and Transit Services. 'City by-law officers are always identifiable and follow proper protocols. If something feels off, trust your instincts and report it.' For more information on this scam, residents can call 705-325-2313.
