Toronto Raptors bounced from NBA playoffs
The Toronto Raptors have been eliminated from the NBA playoffs.
Bangor News
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Politics & Government
NewsAlert: Cavaliers eliminate Raptors in Game 7
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Toronto Raptors 114-102 in Game 7, thanks to a 38-point third quarter, advancing to the second round of the NBA playoffs to face the Detroit Pistons.
Your May 2-4 checklist: Four outdoor maintenance jobs to tackle before the long weekend
Home expert Melissa Maker provides tips for four outdoor maintenance tasks to prepare for the May long weekend, including cleaning the BBQ and refreshing patio furniture.
Now is the time for a public reckoning on the costs of a Billy Bishop Airport expansion
The article calls for a public discussion on the costs associated with expanding Billy Bishop Airport, suggesting that the federal government should prioritize improving the city's most valuable...
Alberta separatists reach signature collection deadline for independence referendum petition
Alberta separatists reached the signature collection deadline for an independence referendum petition and plan to submit the signatures on Monday.
Business & Economy
GameStop makes takeover offer to buy eBay for about $56-billion
GameStop has made a takeover offer to buy eBay for approximately $56 billion. The CEO believes merging the companies would enhance earnings and reduce costs.
Emerging-Market Stocks Rise to Record High on Tech Boost
Emerging-market assets, particularly tech stocks, reached a record high due to strong earnings and optimism about resumed shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
European Leaders Meet as Trump Adds More Threats: What to Watch
European leaders will meet in Armenia to discuss democratic resilience and energy security, but the meeting may be overshadowed by Donald Trump's recent threatening comments.
United Flight Strikes Pole on Highway Before Landing at Newark
A United Airlines flight struck a light pole on a highway while approaching Newark Liberty International Airport but landed safely. This incident has drawn attention to aviation safety issues in the...
United flight strikes light pole during Newark landing
A United flight struck a light pole during its landing at Newark, damaging it. An official confirmed that a delivery truck on the nearby turnpike was also damaged.
Environment & Climate
‘Living library’: inside the marine biobanks racing to protect ocean species from extinction
Scientists at Deakin University’s Queenscliff marine research centre are working on marine biobanks to protect threatened ocean species, including storing cells and tissue of endangered animals....
Our first EV holiday gave us ‘range anxiety’. But our fears were soon left in the rearview mirror | Paul Daley
The author experienced range anxiety during a three-week, multi-thousand-kilometre drive in an electric vehicle but found support from experienced EV drivers. The journey highlighted the importance...
Sports
Canadiens flip instant classic series with miraculous Game 7 win
The Canadiens won Game 7 of their playoff series, securing a miraculous victory in what was described as an instant classic series.
Pierre Dorion interviews in person for Canucks’ vacant GM position
Pierre Dorion, a former Ottawa Senators GM, interviews for the vacant general manager position with the Vancouver Canucks.
How third quarter cost the Raptors in Game 7 loss
The Raptors lost Game 7 to the Cavaliers, with the third quarter identified as the decisive factor. Jarrett Allen had a notable performance in the closeout game.
‘Bright future’: Raptors fans react to Game 7 loss to Cavaliers
Raptors run out of road in season that exceeded expectations
The Toronto Raptors' season has concluded, marking a year that surpassed expectations.