The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick launched its annual Strong Communities fundraising campaign on Thursday. It raises money to ensure everyone has access to various Y programs and services, including licensed child care, youth mental health support, recreational activities, programs for...
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by Brad PerryStudents at West Riverview School will get another day off on Friday. The Anglophone East School District said the school will be closed due to no water. A lack of water also forced the K-5 school to remain closed on Thursday.
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The RCMP has obtained a warrant for the arrest of a man in relation to an assault in Cumberland County. 33-year-old Christopher Charles Mattinson of Little River is described as 6-feet-7, 200 lbs. He has brown hair and hazel eyes. Anyone who sees Christopher Mattinson is asked to refrain from...
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We’re paying more to fill up our vehicles in Nova Scotia. The Utility and Review Board increased gasoline and diesel prices at midnight. Self-serve regular gas is up 5.6 cents a litre to a minimum of roughly $1.64. Diesel is up almost 6.7 cents to about $1.99.
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by Brad PerrySaint John will host some of Atlantic Canada’s top university volleyball teams next weekend. UNB Saint John will play host to the ACAA volleyball championships from Feb. 23-25. It is the first time the school has hosted the championship event in several years. Josh Fleck, the school’s varsity...
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by Brad PerryA big jump at the fuel pumps in New Brunswick on Thursday night as expected. Gas prices climbed 6.5 cents when the New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board made its weekly adjustment. Regular self-serve is selling for a maximum of just under $1.65 per litre — the highest price in three months....
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The emergency department at Fisherman’s Memorial Hospital in Lunenburg will be closing early Friday. It will close at 1 p.m. and will re-open Saturday at 7:30 a.m. If you have urgent medical needs call 911. For general health advice and information call 811, to speak to an experienced registered...
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by Adam RileyOfficials with Kenora Pride say they were left a little surprised when three of the region’s other pride organizations announced they would be pausing their relationship with Kenora. Chair Andrea Campbell says how everything has played out has been embarrassing and could have negative...
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by Adam RileyAn antitrust lawsuit has been filed in a New York federal court against the NHL and several other hockey leagues over the systematic exploitation of teenagers pursuing their dream to play in the National Hockey League. The case revolves around what the plaintiffs call the league’s unlawful...
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by CJ Goater5 people, including three southern Ontario residents, have been arrested and face charges after a search warrant was executed at a home on the city’s south side. Members of the Thunder Bay Police Service executed the warrant at a residence in the 200 block of Norah Street North in the early...
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