by Caitlin SnowHRM has issued a water quality advisory for a couple of beaches. Albro Lake Beach in Dartmouth and Lake Echo Beach in Lake Echo have high bacteria levels. HRM says lifeguards will remain on duty during regular hours and advise residents not to swim. Staff will continue to test the water and...
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by Jacob MooreThe first phase of the $30 million renovation at the Halifax North Memorial Public Library is underway. Supplier and designer teams can now bid to work on the project, which is different than how the city typically plans large scale projects, said Megan Gainer, director of facilities for Halifax...
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by Randy ThomsContract talks continue between striking LCBO workers and their employer. The unionized workers have been off the job since July 4th. The two sides agreed to return to the bargaining table this week. Premier Doug Ford is excited for the resumption of talks. “I’ve talked to hundreds and hundreds...
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by Brad PerryRCMP say a collision has closed part of the Trans-Canada Highway in Moncton. The crash took place in the eastbound lanes of the highway after Exit 446 near Berry Mills. Both eastbound lanes are currently closed between Exit 446 and Exit 450 near Magnetic Hills.
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by Brad PerryNew Brunswick drivers are in for a break at the fuel pumps, according to an industry source. Gasoline prices are expected to drop by around three cents per litre on Thursday night. Diesel users will see a drop of around four cents per litre, said the source. Currently, New Brunswickers are...
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by Evan TaylorThe Region of Queens has agreed to cover the costs needed to link a soon-to-be-complete property development to their main sewer system. The developers of The Falls which will be a 15-unit complex geared towards seniors were instructed to run their pipes to the edge of their property located at...
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by Brad PerryMore traffic headaches are coming for drivers in uptown Saint John starting on Friday. Union Street will be closed to through traffic between Waterloo Street and Dorchester Street. The city said the closure is needed for road repairs and reconstruction as part of the Charlotte Street...
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by CJ GoaterYou have a chance to check out some provincial parks for free. The province is hosting free provincial parks day on Friday for Healthy Parks Healthy People Day. “I invite all Ontarians to take advantage of this free pass to Ontario Parks, an opportunity to immerse yourselves in the joy and...
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by CJ GoaterSt. Joseph’s Care Group has announced some changes to its addiction services. The medically-supported withdrawal management program currently operating at the Balmoral Centre at 667 Sibley Drive is relocating this fall to 500 Oliver Road the home of the Crossroads Centre. Both programs will...
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by CJ GoaterThe Thunder Bay District Health Unit is monitoring three separate outbreaks. The Transitional Care Unit at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center and the 2 North – Medically Complex Services Area at St. Joseph’s Hospital are both dealing with COVID-19 outbreaks. Bethammi Nursing Home is...
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