by Caitlin SnowNova Scotia is modernizing its approach in the fight against cancer with new state-of-the-art equipment as well as innovative programs. The province and a US-based Siemens Healthineers company, Varian, have entered a 10-year partnership that will use AI and digital imaging in cancer care, to...
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by Tara ClowThe Mayor of Riverview is optimistic and excited about things to come for 2024. Last year, funding from both the provincial and federal governments was announced for a new rec centre in Riverview. Mayor Andrew Leblanc is looking forward to seeing the $40 million complex come to life this year,...
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by Randy ThomsCUPE’s Ontario Council of Hospital Unions is painting a dismal picture of how healthcare workers feel. A report released says 41 per cent dread going to work while 43 per cent are ready to leave within five years. Secretary-Treasurer Sharon Richer says the increased workload caused by staffing...
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by Evan TaylorNova Scotians are championing local agriculture, dedicating a significant portion of their food budget to homegrown agri-food and dairy items, according to a recent survey conducted by the Province in collaboration with the Canadian Agri-Food Foresight Institute. The survey reveals that...
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by Tara ClowA local sports organization is honouring the loss of one of its young players. The Moncton Minor Hockey Association will be wearing helmet stickers recognizing Tate Hughes. According to a post on the MMHA website, five-year-old Hughes passed away suddenly on January 2nd with his family by his...
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A minimum wage hike of 20 cents is not nearly enough. That’s the Nova Scotia Federation of Labour’s response to the province’s planned hike, beginning in April. President Danny Cavanagh says it won’t bridge the gap between poverty and a living wage. “We know a lot of people can’t afford rent,...
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by Caitlin SnowGet your shovels and snowblowers ready. Environment Canada is calling for somewhere between 15 and 25 cm for mainland Nova Scotia including Antigonish and Guysborough counties, Sunday afternoon into late Monday. It’s also going to be windy. The forecaster says gusts will be 40 to 60km/h,...
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by Adam RileyMotorists looking to use Rosslyn Road will once again have to wait until after 6:00 p.m. to do so. Infrastructure repairs starting at 1996 Rosslyn Road will be underway for the next seven hours, preventing traffic flow between 20th Side Road and Neebing Avenue. Officials with the City of Thunder...
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by Brad PerryThursday marks the second annual National Ribbon Skirt Day in Canada. It is a day to encourage Indigenous women, girls and gender-diverse people to wear their traditional regalia. National Ribbon Skirt Day commemorates the experience of Isabella Kulak, a member of Cote First Nation in...
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by Randy ThomsA Fort Frances woman has been charged in connection with a house fire in Fort Frances. A home on Sixth Street West sustained damage in the blaze on December 21. OPP say a 33-year-old has now been charged with arson with disregard for human life and failing to comply with a previous court order....
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