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Report: Rent for two-bedroom unit in Halifax nears $2,700
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Posted 8 August 2024

Report: Rent for two-bedroom unit in Halifax nears $2,700

The average monthly rent payment in Halifax is now close to $2,400. A new report on rental costs shows prices are up 18 per cent in the city compared to last year. The latest snapshot of the rental market reveals decreases in some cities in Ontario and B.C., but double-digit spikes are being...

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Day 1 results from KBI
Posted 8 August 2024

Day 1 results from KBI

Two Manitoba anglers have the first day lead at the Kenora Bass International. Matt Haarsma of West St. Paul and Jamie Hubatka of Winnipeg had the biggest catch of the day at 18.76 pounds. Just behind are the team of Minnesota fishers Scott Anderson and Craig Peterson. They are just 0.04 pounds...

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Debby could bring heavy rain to much of N.B.
Posted 8 August 2024

Debby could bring heavy rain to much of N.B.

The remnants of tropical storm Debby could bring heavy rain to New Brunswick this weekend. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for nearly the entire province, except for eastern regions. “Areas of heavy rain associated with the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby will affect...

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N.S. Finance Minister says no cuts to HST planned
Posted 8 August 2024

N.S. Finance Minister says no cuts to HST planned

Nova Scotia’s Finance Minister says a cut to the harmonized sales tax (HST) would be too costly for the province to bear as they continue to make investments in healthcare. Finance Minister Allan MacMaster was asked if Nova Scotia was planning any cuts to HST after New Brunswick Premier Blaine...

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Fundy Shores council meets with RCMP, public safety minister
Posted 8 August 2024

Fundy Shores council meets with RCMP, public safety minister

Fundy Shores Mayor Denny Cogswell says he is hopeful they will see policing changes in the rural community. It follows a meeting this week with officials from the municipality, the province, and the New Brunswick RCMP. Among those in attendance were Assistant Commissioner DeAnna Hill, commanding...

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Port Hawkesbury, other communities hit with ‘grandparent scams’: RCMP
Posted 8 August 2024

Port Hawkesbury, other communities hit with ‘grandparent scams’: RCMP

The Nova Scotia RCMP is warning people about scams in several communities across the province where imposters ask people for money. Last week, police responded to four complaints in the Halifax area and in Pictou County of what some call the “grandparent scam” or “emergency scam.” Victims are...

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Thunder Bay Fire Rescue has a new deputy fire chief
Posted 8 August 2024

Thunder Bay Fire Rescue has a new deputy fire chief

Thunder Bay has a new deputy fire chief. Dave Tarini the acting deputy fire chief will be filling the role permanently. He began his career with the city as a firefighter in 2003, before working his way through the ranks of Fire Rescue’s Suppression Division. He is replacing current Fire Chief...

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Premier making return visit to northwestern Ontario
Posted 8 August 2024

Premier making return visit to northwestern Ontario

Premier Doug Ford is making another visit to northwestern Ontario. He is scheduled to be in Thunder Bay on Friday. Ford will be joined by Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development David Piccini. The Premier’s Office says they will make an announcement in the afternoon. No...

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Gas, diesel prices expected to drop in N.B.
Posted 8 August 2024

Gas, diesel prices expected to drop in N.B.

Look for a break at the fuel pumps on Thursday night, according to an industry source. Gasoline prices in New Brunswick are expected to fall by around two cents per litre. Diesel users should see prices come down by more than four cents per litre. Currently, New Brunswickers are paying a maximum...

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‘Debby’ to bring rain to parts of Maritimes this weekend
Posted 8 August 2024

‘Debby’ to bring rain to parts of Maritimes this weekend

‘Debby’ is going to bring rain to some of the Maritimes. Environment Canada predicting the post-tropical storm will track through Quebec and northwest New Brunswick tomorrow into Saturday. Meteorologist Jennifer Smith says there could be impactful rainfall in these areas. “Keep in mind,...

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