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Teen charged in Dryden break-in
Posted 9 August 2024

Teen charged in Dryden break-in

An investigation into a break-in in Dryden has resulted in charges against a Dryden teen. OPP say the 18-year-old was arrested after officers responded to an alarm at a local business Wednesday night. He has been charged with break and enter, theft and possession of property obtained by crime....

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People in Halifax encampments could soon have a code of conduct
Posted 9 August 2024

People in Halifax encampments could soon have a code of conduct

The Halifax municipality is crating a code of conduct for people living at designated encampments and the people around them. The city is not revealing any details about the rules because the city is still developing them. Some rules could include general guidelines around “being a good...

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Brief power outage planned for Monday morning in Shelburne
Posted 9 August 2024

Brief power outage planned for Monday morning in Shelburne

If you live in Shelburne, you’ll have to work around an early morning power outage. Nova Scotia Power says the planned disruption is happening Monday morning at 6:30 and should last about 10 minutes. They’re completing maitenence at the Ohio Road substation. The utility says customers in Sandy...

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Rainfall warning for Saint John, Charlotte counties
Posted 9 August 2024

Rainfall warning for Saint John, Charlotte counties

The remnants of tropical storm Debby are bringing heavy rain to much of the province. A rainfall warning was issued early Friday afternoon for Saint John and Charlotte counties. Environment Canada said between 40 and 60 millimetres of rain is expected by late Saturday. “Thunderstorms may develop...

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Daycare infrastructure lacking,  Daycare Board President says
Posted 9 August 2024

Daycare infrastructure lacking, Daycare Board President says

The founding Board President for a Moncton daycare says more not-for-profit facilities are needed. Conrad Melanson with Garderie McLaughlin Centre says communities need to build daycares, with more of them transitioning to not-for-profit. The provincial government recently released a new action...

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Police seek info after woman attacked at Quispamsis park
Posted 9 August 2024

Police seek info after woman attacked at Quispamsis park

The Kennebecasis Regional Police Force is investigating after a woman was attacked at a Quispamsis park. The incident happened near the parking lot of Matthew’s Cove Park around 7 p.m. on July 11, but police only released information on Friday. “At the time of the offence two vehicles were noted...

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Thunder Bay Border Cats closing out season at home
Posted 9 August 2024

Thunder Bay Border Cats closing out season at home

The Thunder Bay Border Cats are closing out their season with a two-game homestand against the Waterloo Bucks. The team just split a four-game series against the Eau Claire Express beating them 11-8 Thursday night. The Cats are two games back from first place in the Great Plains East Division,...

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Water advisories in effect at Rainbow Haven and Clam Harbour beaches
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Posted 9 August 2024

Water advisories in effect at Rainbow Haven and Clam Harbour beaches

Four popular beaches in the Halifax area are now under water advisories due to high bacteria levels. Swimming is no longer recommended at Rainbow Haven, Clam Harbour or Kinap beaches until further notice. The advisories will remain in effect for at least a few days until testing results show...

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Hundreds of speeders nabbed during August long weekend
Posted 9 August 2024

Hundreds of speeders nabbed during August long weekend

A traffic enforcement campaign has resulted in OPP in northwestern Ontario issuing nearly 900 charges for various infractions. The campaign was conducted during the August long weekend. It was part of a province-wide initiative that focused on drivers who were aggressive, distracted, impaired...

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Great Outdoors Comedy Festival to kick off in Halifax
Posted 9 August 2024

Great Outdoors Comedy Festival to kick off in Halifax

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is set for big names and big laughs in Halifax this weekend. Grammy nominated Nate Bargatze will headline Friday evening at the Garrison Grounds. Hailed as ‘The Nicest Man in Stand-up’ by The Atlantic magazine, he’s sold out shows around the world. Canadian...

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