by Brad PerrySaint John police say a large quantity of aged rum was stolen during a commercial break-and-enter. The incident happened in the Marsh Street area between around 7 p.m. Friday and 1:30 p.m. Saturday. In a news release Wednesday, police said a “large quantity” of 1.14-litre bottles of El Dorado...
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by Adam RileyOntario Provincial Police have now laid charges in connection to a fatal motor vehicle collision which took place on Highway 102 on December 2nd, 2023. Officers were called to the incident which occurred just before 10 p.m. involving a commercial motor vehicle and a snowplow. The 52 year old...
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by NewsTwo young people are facing serious charges after an alleged plot to kill other students at a school in Eastern Passage. Police say they turned themselves on Tuesday and were brought to the detachment with their parents. Charges include uttering threats and conspiracy to commit murder. It stems...
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by Caitlin SnowRCMP say it was Monday afternoon when an officer noticed graffiti spray painted in the snow near a tent, on vacant property on Walker Avenue. Through investigating, information and evidence suggests it was motivated by hate, based on religion. Anyone with information about this incident is asked...
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You will see big spending on health care, education and roads in the upcoming budget. The province revealed details of its $1.6 capital plan for the upcoming year. “Our capital plan continues to improve hospitals and other critical infrastructure for Nova Scotians and position our province for...
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by Caitlin SnowMore than 75 per cent of residents in Antigonish want to have a vote on consolidation between the town and county; according to a survey conducted over the weekend by MainStreet Research. President and CEO, Quito Maggi says 58.8 per cent of residents are also less likely to support their local...
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by Randy ThomsThe Ford government is preparing legislation that would require a referendum if future governments consider a provincial carbon tax or other carbon pricing program. Premier Doug Ford is not a fan of such programs, calling them tax schemes. Ford says if a government is going to introduce such a...
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by CJ GoaterThe LCBO has ended its controlled entrance pilot program that was announced earlier this week before it even got off the ground. The cancellation comes following conversations with the provincial government that resulted in the request to cancel the program. According to the LCBO, “They remain...
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by Tim DavidsonThe Pinecrest Home for the Aged says it’s COVID outbreak has now spread to 14 residents of the long term care home. The outbreak is affecting all units. As a result, general visitation has been cancelled until further notice, but each resident of the home can still have two essential caregivers....
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by Randy ThomsA Fort Frances councillor could be the subject of an investigation by the town’s Integrity Commissioner. Following an in-camera meeting Monday night, council supported a decision to have the commissioner conduct a review into Councillor David Kircher. Mayor Andrew Hallikas Fort Frances stated it...
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