by NewsA woman was airlifted to hospital and a man charged with impaired driving after a fiery crash in East Hants. RCMP say it was Sunday around 2:30 p.m. on Hwy 236 in Riverside Corner when a Honda Civic caught on fire after flipping multiple times, trapping the occupants inside. When officers...
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by Caitlin SnowRegistered psychiatric nurses (RPN) will be able to practice in Nova Scotia very soon. The province says it is because they have changed the nursing regulations under the Nursing Act. In a news release, Health Minister Michelle Thompson says it is about expanding the roles that can support...
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by Tara ClowFew details have been released after a workplace fatality in Sussex, New Brunswick. Work Safe NB says it happened on November 27 at Fero Waste & Recycling. An investigation is underway.
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The Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library (PARL) possibly cutting hours and services after being denied sustainable funding is raising concerns. The cuts could mean some locations may need to close once a week, which limits access to books, internet, workspaces and event spaces. Children’s Services...
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by Jacob MooreNB Power’s ban on disconnecting electricity does not go far enough, according to members from the ACORN advocacy group. Starting Dec. 1, vulnerable people cannot have their power turned off if they fail to pay their bills. That includes people 70 and older, people who rely on electric medical...
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by Caitlin SnowThe mayor of Halifax says the outlook for property taxes has gotten even worse, which were already facing a 10.5 per cent hike. In an interview with Acadia News, Andy Fillmore says after a pre-budget debate last week where some spending was added, the possible increase had jumped even higher to...
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by Jacob MooreMore child care spaces are coming to East Preston Day Care Centre. Tina Fraser, Executive Director for the centre, says their organization has grown a lot in the last few years, and it’s helping them offer more quality child care to families. “This newest expansion will allow us to continue to...
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by Tara ClowA 190-bed nursing home complex has opened in Shediac. Maison Providence will be operated by Comfort Life Network. It consists of five 30-bed homes and two 20-bed homes, and includes a specialized unit for psychogeriatric care. The complex also includes social, living and dining spaces, as well...
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by Tara ClowPlanning to have broccoli and cheese for supper? Check the label on the bag first. Bags of Your Fresh Market brand Broccoli Florets have been recalled due to a chance of Salmonella contamination. The affected products were distributed in provinces including New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince...
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More Christmas tree lightings in Yarmouth County. Monday night at 6:30, a tree will be lit in the South End playground, carrying on a long-time tradition. Parents Place will also be there, giving out free hot chocolate and cookies, and you can expect a visit from Santa. This coming Friday, the...
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