by Randy ThomsPolice in Ontario and Quebec have cracked down on a grandparent scam that included victims across the country. Fourteen people, all residents of Quebec, were arrested in Montreal. The scam was aimed directly at seniors with land lines. Victims were led to believe they were talking to an officer...
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by Brad PerryNo major increases are expected at the fuel pumps in New Brunswick this week. Gasoline prices in Ontario jumped 14 cents Wednesday night, leaving many concerned we could see a similar increase. But an industry source says gasoline prices will remain stable when the Energy and Utilities Board...
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New Brunswickers young and old can play a round of golf at one of the top-ranked courses this season. The Algonquin Golf Course in Saint Andrews has been ranked the sixth-best hidden gem golf course in Canada, according to NBC GolfPass’ annual Golfers’ Choice ranking lists. A total of 25 courses...
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This story was written by Grade 12 YCMHS Co-op student Ethan Nickerson. A local student is helping her peers have a healthy start to the day. Yarmouth High senior Serenity Crowell has been running the school breakfast program for over a year. She provides a wide variety of options, coming in...
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by Brad PerrySaint John has seen busier-than-usual growth activity to start the year, according to senior staff. The city received 134 building permits worth $45.9 million during the first quarter, members of the city’s growth committee heard on Tuesday. Growth Commissioner Amy Poffenroth said that is...
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Eastern Charlotte Fire and Rescue officials say no injuries were reported after an early morning fire in the community of Back Bay. Fire Chief Justin Johnston says they received a call about a vehicle fire at the wharf around 3:30 a.m. Thursday. When firefighters arrived on the scene, Johnston...
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by Evan TaylorNova Scotia is home to the best hidden gem golf course in the country according to a new rankings released by NBC. Sherwood Golf and Country Club located 20 minutes from Chester was given top honours in the 2024 NBC GolfPass’ annual Golfers’ Choice ranking list. Based on thousands of user...
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by CJ GoaterThe provincial government has announced a $5 million investment to help communities prepare for and respond to emergencies. The funding is being delivered through the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant Program which is part of a three-year $110 million investment by the province to...
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by Caitlin SnowBig changes are coming to the bus terminals at Scotia Square that will affect dozens of bus routes and many riders. Four bus stops will be relocated, as part of the next phase of the Cogswell District project. According to Halifax Transit, the impacted bays include: Stop Barrington St...
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by Tara ClowChanges to instruction time will have a positive impact on numeracy and literacy for students. That is according to the Superintendent for Anglophone East School District Randolph MacLEAN. Starting in September, Kindergarten through grade 2 students will receive an extra hour of schooling....
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