by Brad PerryAnother big milestone for a New Brunswick company developing small modular nuclear reactor technology. ARC Clean Technology and NB Power signed a memorandum of understanding with Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power (KHNP) on Tuesday. They will explore collaboration opportunities for the...
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The Quispamsis qplex will be busy next week with the 2023 Para Hockey Cup in town. Hockey Canada announced in April that the town would host this year’s event. Canada, the United States, China and Czechia will play from December 3 to 5. The four teams will play three preliminary-round games,...
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by Caitlin SnowWith the holiday season underway Halifax RCMP are reminding residents to be weary of porch pirates. To avoid having your packages stolen from your doorstep they recommend a few simple things: scheduling deliveries for when you are home use a secure delivery locker, or nearby pick-up location...
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by Adam RileyStudents will be in class today at St. Ignatius High School after investigating a threat made yesterday afternoon. In a release the Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board says initially the incident forced the cancellation of after school and community use at the school Tuesday. However,...
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by CJ GoaterCity council has supported a request to the Ontario government in hopes of a regulatory framework being developed for short-term rental digital platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO. Decreased housing availability, displacement of locals, noise and disruption, loss of community identity, safety...
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by Brad PerryThe New Brunswick government has tabled a $1.2-billion capital budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. Finance Minister Ernie Steeves said it is nearly $200 million higher than what they projected last year. “This increase reflects the elevated inflationary environment, supply chain pressures seen...
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by Randy ThomsFort Frances is walking away from the alter but only temporarily. The town is holding off on performing civil marriage ceremonies. Town clerk Gabrielle Lecuyer says they need to do some further research into the cost of providing the service in the future. “Currently, the fee structure that is...
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by CJ GoaterAfter receiving messages of concern about homelessness in the city with winter approaching The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board has released a statement regarding homelessness in the city. The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board states that...
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The councillor for the Fall River area will serve as the next deputy mayor in Halifax. Cathy Deagle-Gammon was been elected to the role by peers during council on Tuesday. She is originally from Inverness in Cape Breton but has lived in Fall River for 25 years. Deagle-Gammon was first elected to...
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by Brad PerryOfficials are investigating the assault of an inmate at Atlantic Institution in Renous. The alleged incident at the maximum security federal institution happened on Nov. 23. Correctional Service Canada (CSC) said an inmate was taken to the hospital to receive treatment. The assailant has been...
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