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Fire school responds to calls for safety improvements
Posted 13 August 2024

Fire school responds to calls for safety improvements

The Nova Scotia Fire School said they’re aware of the safety infractions revealed by an online petition calling for legislative change to improve safety at the institution. But the school said they need money to make those changes. “We wholeheartedly support changes to legislation that would...

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Halifax cycling team sets new record for Cabot Trail
Posted 13 August 2024

Halifax cycling team sets new record for Cabot Trail

The Halifax Oceanics, a newly formed cycling team recently broke a record for the Cabot Trail for over 20 years. The 296-kilometre route through one of Nova Scotia’s most scenic areas features over 4000 metres of elevation change and is typically completed over multiple days by cyclists. The...

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Incident on Thunder Bay Transit under investigation
Posted 13 August 2024

Incident on Thunder Bay Transit under investigation

An alleged incident involving a City of Thunder Bay Transit bus driver and Indigenous passengers is under investigation. The city of Thunder Bay and Thunder Bay Transit have opened investigations into the situation that occurred on August 5. “We are committed to fostering a welcoming, safe and...

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NSGEU members ‘laughing’ at parking options when Robie St parkade comes down: president
Posted 13 August 2024

NSGEU members ‘laughing’ at parking options when Robie St parkade comes down: president

The lack of parking for healthcare workers has always been a concern and now it is getting worse, according to the president of the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU), Sandra Mullens. The Robie Street parkade is about to be demolished in less than two weeks as part of the QEII...

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UMNB calls for fiscal reform after 2024 provincial election
Posted 13 August 2024

UMNB calls for fiscal reform after 2024 provincial election

A call for all political parties to work with local government for a new fiscal framework after the upcoming election, from the Union of Municipalities of New Brunswick. “Municipalities in New Brunswick have been underfunded for some time,” said Andrew Black, president of the Union of...

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Man charged with arson in Saint Andrews fire
Posted 13 August 2024

Man charged with arson in Saint Andrews fire

A 40-year-old man has been charged with arson after a weekend fire in Saint Andrews. First responders were called to a structure fire on Parr Street at around 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police said the building was unoccupied at the time of the fire. Officers arrested a person of interest without...

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3rd death linked to plant-based beverage recall
Posted 13 August 2024

3rd death linked to plant-based beverage recall

Another person has died in connection with a listeriosis outbreak linked to plant-based beverages. Nearly 20 Silk and Great Value-brand refrigerated products were pulled from shelves on July 8. The Public Health Agency of Canada said Monday that a third person had died in connection with the...

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M.L.A. Morrow: Historic investments for cellular infrastructure in Guysborough-Tracadie
Posted 13 August 2024

M.L.A. Morrow: Historic investments for cellular infrastructure in Guysborough-Tracadie

Guysborough-Tracadie MLA Greg Morrow calls better cell phone service a game changer. In July, the provincial government announced an additional investment of $18.6 million in the Cellular for Nova Scotia Program, Nine new towers will be constructed in Larrys River, Indian Harbour Lake, Giants...

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Major uptown transit changes due to construction
Posted 13 August 2024

Major uptown transit changes due to construction

Construction on Charlotte Street in Saint John will impact several transit stops uptown starting Aug. 19. Saint John Transit will not be able to service stops at King’s Square North, King Street, Charlotte Street or City Hall at the bottom of King Street. As a result, temporary stops will be set...

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Encampment distances remain the same in Thunder Bay
Posted 13 August 2024

Encampment distances remain the same in Thunder Bay

Tent distances from sidewalks, parking lots, trails and bridges will not be increased in Thunder Bay. As directed by council, administration reviewed increasing the previously proposed distance guidelines discussed on July 15. After consideration, Director of Strategy and Engagement, Cynthia...

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