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Moncton tops Orkin’s list of rattiest cities in eastern Canada
Posted 10 December 2025

Moncton tops Orkin’s list of rattiest cities in eastern Canada

Orkin Canada has released its latest ranking of the rattiest cities in eastern Canada, based on the number of rat and mouse treatments performed between August 1, 2024 and July 31, 2025. The list combines both residential and commercial pest control calls and offers a snapshot of where rodent...

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In-person sessions with Nova Scotia Power in Yarmouth
Posted 10 December 2025

In-person sessions with Nova Scotia Power in Yarmouth

It’s a chance to have your questions answered about inflated power bills. Nova Scotia Power is hosting in-person community meetings in Yarmouth, Thursday. Thousands have been experiencing power bills that have gone through the roof since the cybersecurity incident in the spring. You are asked to...

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FBI releases new photo of wanted Thunder Bay man
Posted 10 December 2025

FBI releases new photo of wanted Thunder Bay man

The search continues for a Thunder Bay man suspected of heading a Mexican drug cartel. The FBI alleges Ryan James Wedding of controlling one of the most prolific and violent drug-trafficking organizations in the world, comparing him to the likes of infamous drug lords “El Chapo” Guzman and Pablo...

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Mariners alumni put on show for fans
Posted 9 December 2025

Mariners alumni put on show for fans

Some of the best Yarmouth Mariners of all-time showed, they still got it. Over 40 players from the last 23 years played in the Mariners Alumni Classic Tuesday night at Mariners Centre in front of 850 fans. It was Team Gold defeating Team Blue 6-1, led by goaltender Charles Grant who was perfect...

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Tentative deal reached with Air Transat pilots
Posted 9 December 2025

Tentative deal reached with Air Transat pilots

Operations with Air Transat are returning to normal after a tentative deal was reached with the union representing its pilots. The airline says the agreement marks an important milestone in the process, lifts the risk of a strike. It is expected to be submitted for ratification by union members...

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Nearly 900 without power near Port Hawkesbury
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Posted 9 December 2025

Nearly 900 without power near Port Hawkesbury

Nearly 900 Nova Scotia Power customers are without power Tuesday evening. The utility says it is due to an emergency repair of power lines. As of 7:30 p.m., the estimated time of restoration is 10 p.m. You check for updates, here.

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Frankenstein production designer in Inverness
Posted 9 December 2025

Frankenstein production designer in Inverness

A production designer from Inverness added her personal touch on the Frankenstein movie. Tamara Deverell worked alongside director Guillermo del Toro to creatively architect scenes such as the lab, the wooden boat, and an apartment in Scotland. “It’s funny how connected you feel to Cape Breton...

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Frankenstein production designer says Canada has great settings
Posted 9 December 2025

Frankenstein production designer says Canada has great settings

A Canadian added her personal touch as the production designer on the Frankenstein movie. Tamara Deverell worked alongside director Guillermo del Toro to creatively architect scenes such as the lab, the wooden boat, and an apartment in Scotland. “It’s funny how connected you feel to Cape Breton...

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Affordable childcare still falling short in N.S.: report
Posted 9 December 2025

Affordable childcare still falling short in N.S.: report

Childcare is still falling for short in Nova Scotia, despite recent historic investments, according to a new report by the Nova Scotia branch of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. Nova Scotia and Ottawa had a $605 million funding agreement in July of 2021 to reach childcare that would...

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McCain Tasti Taters recalled after plastic pieces found
Posted 9 December 2025

McCain Tasti Taters recalled after plastic pieces found

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a national recall of McCain Tasti Taters brand Crispy Potato Bites after pieces of plastic were discovered in the product. The agency said the recall is classified as Class Two, which signals a moderate risk that eating the food could cause...

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