by NewsThe Strait Pirates have a new interim coach. The club has appointed Jesse MacLean for the remainder of the season. MacLean was coaching the Cabot Highlanders before taking the new job. “We are thrilled to welcome Jesse as our interim head coach. His proven leadership, coaching expertise, and...
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by Caitlin SnowHighway 103 is closed eastbound between Exit 6 Hubbards and Exit 7, East River due to a multi-vehicle collision. RCMP say traffic is being detoured to allow for LifeFlight to respond. We will have more details once they become available.
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The Saint John Police Force is happy with the results of this year’s Holiday in a Box campaign. Last month, the community was asked to help fill shoeboxes with essential items targeted toward less fortunate adults. Officers said 575 shoeboxes and 65 gift cards were divided up and donated to the...
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A 19-year-old man from Moncton has been charged following an alleged aggravated assault in Salisbury. RCMP responded to a report of an altercation between two people outside of a residence on Braemar Street on Sunday. The suspect fled the scene before police arrived, and the victim was...
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by Brad PerryWe could be in for another round of heavy rain and strong winds to start next week. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for southern and central New Brunswick. It warns that a potent low-pressure system is expected to develop over New England and approach the Maritimes late...
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by Randy ThomsAn investigation into historic sexual assaults has resulted in five charges being brought upon a Fort Frances man. OPP launched an investigation in August after receiving information about incidents that occurred in the Fort Frances area. It led police to lay three counts of sexual assault and...
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by Evan TaylorSevere Weather Alert: Nova Scotia Braces for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Next Week Nova Scotia residents are urged to prepare for another round of severe weather as a significant low-pressure system is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds starting next week. The forecast indicates the...
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by Caitlin SnowPete’s Frootique employees in Halifax are now in their fifth week of strike action. To show solidarity, Sobeys workers in Nova Scotia, Ontario and British Columbia will pass out information to the public tomorrow afternoon to inform people on what Pete’s staff are fighting for. The Nova Scotia...
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The homeless situation in Halifax is wearing on Mayor Mike Savage. The mayor is cancelling the New Year’s Day levee because he says it does not feel right to host a celebration as people live in tents directly outside. Red Shelter project photo The annual event is held at city hall, but this...
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by Caitlin SnowStaff at federally regulated workplaces as of today, have access to free menstrual products in their washrooms, across the country. In a news release issued in May, Ottawa said they are as necessary as ‘toilet paper and soap’ and will improve the well-being of nearly half a million workers. The...
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