by NewsYou will not have to dig deeper to pay your tax bill in Richmond County. Council is keeping the rates the same for homeowners and businesses. The budget comes in at just over $17.4 million with just over $5.4 million going to costs for things like policing, education, and valuation services....
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by Evan TaylorThe Municipality of the District of Lunenburg (MODL) has ratified its coastal protection guidelines, which will guide what can and cannot be built in coastal areas. “This marks a significant step forward in safeguarding our coastal communities for future generations,” said Mayor Carolyn...
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Violence in Nova Scotia schools was the focus of a Standing Committee on Public Accounts meeting. Earlier this month, an Auditor General report revealed incidents are up 60 percent in schools since 2017. The report called for a new code of conduct. Nova Scotia Teachers Union president Ryan Lutes...
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by Caitlin SnowA huge win for the people of Dartmouth. MP for Dartmouth-Cole Harbour, Darren Fisher says Transport Canada is rescinding its approval for the Dartmouth Cove infilling. The issue has been a hot button topic for the community with many residents fighting against the project. It would have local...
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by Brad PerryAs temperatures continue to rise across New Brunswick, so does the risk of wildfires. The Department of Natural Resources issued a province-wide burn ban on Wednesday afternoon. Officials said no burning will be permitted until at least 2 p.m. on Thursday. Individual municipalities will have...
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A long-time vision is becoming reality at a Yarmouth County school. Staff and students of Meadowfields School took part in a groundbreaking ceremony for a new playground. Principal Pam Deviller says the first of three phases will be ready in September. “Phase one is bought and paid for. Phase...
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by CJ GoaterMore mental health support for youths is coming to Thunder Bay. The provincial government has announced it is launching a new Youth Wellness Hub to serve the city. “We are extremely grateful for this vital investment that provides a friendly and welcoming one-stop shop for youth in the City of...
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by Tara ClowSteps are being taken to ensure the protection of the homeless population during the heat wave. Greater Moncton Homelessness Steering Committee Co-Chair Marc Belliveau says local organizations are providing support to those who need it. “We have opened up all of our shelters and community...
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by Brad PerryFire has caused significant damage to a home in the Red Head area of Saint John. First responders were called to Bundy Lane off Old Black River Road shortly after 3:30 p.m. Tuesday. “The first crews on scene were met with heavy fire and smoke coming from a single-storey home,” Andrew Rooney,...
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by Chloe HannanCouncil voted in favor of moving the Intercity Shopping Centre to allow a central library location. The vote at Monday night’s meeting means the project can proceed if council decides in July to build the library in that location. Fifty-five letters in support of the project were given to the...
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