by Evan TaylorThe Federal Government announced they will fund the installation of 660 new electric vehicle (EV) chargers around Nova Scotia. West Hant MP Kody Blois made the announcement in Wolfville where he said it comes as part of the nation’s ongoing strategy to adopt zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs),...
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by NewsVictoria County District RCMP are asking the public for help finding an 80-year-old man from Baddeck. RCMP say Richard Mahoney was last seen on Jessica Wong Lane in Baddeck and is believed to be on foot. Mahoney is described as 5-foot-8, 140 lbs. He has grey hair and blue eyes, and a dark bruise...
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by CJ GoaterThe Fort William Rotary had a surprise update about the 38th house lottery winner. It turns out it’s house lottery winners. The Rotary had previously announced Jason Matyczuk as the winner, but it turns out that his ticket was purchased by a group. Six friends from work Domenico Giancola, Colin...
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by NewsA police vehicle was set on fire in Clare. It happened before 2 a.m. Wednesday at a service station in Meteghan. RCMP say the vehicle was there for repairs, firefighters arrived to the car fully engulfed in flames. Two other vehicles parked nearby were damaged, there were no injuries. In a...
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It’s the first day of Yarmouth Seafest. A walking tour is planned this afternoon with David Sollows. Tonight, the ‘Concert of the Bells’ takes place at the Holy Trinity Church. Tomorrow’s official opening will be in Frost Park with the Mayor’s Picnic and Children’s Parade.
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by Tim DavidsonA community safety alert has been issued for the Lac Seul First Nation. The OPP says it has to do with an on-going community threat. The Lac Seul Police and the OPP are currently searching for a person who is believed to be armed and dangerous. Police are issuing a shelter-in-place order for...
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by Tara ClowThe launch of a new school year is just over six weeks away, and the Anglophone East School District is now thinking about school supplies for those in need. Their Community Schools Team is hosting a virtual giving campaign. Monetary donations are encouraged so the District can buy quality items...
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by Tara ClowRiverview’s Mayor is speaking out after a rash of recent break-ins in the community. Mayor Andrew Leblanc posted a statement on social media this week about public safety. He says they are working closely with the RCMP to address the issues and they also discussed increased patrols in the area....
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by Tim DavidsonSynergy North says it’s in good financial shape. The electrical utility operates both in Kenora and Thunder Bay. Acting president and CEO Andrew Covello their revenues remain strong. “At the end of last year, revenue was in the neighborhood of $28 million,” Covello said in his presentation to...
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A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Nova Scotia. Environment Canada says thunderstorms are tracking toward Cumberland, Kings, Queens, Shelburne and Yarmouth counties Thursday morning. Strong winds and localized torrential rainfall may occur with up to 25 mm per hour or...
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