by Brad PerryRCMP are investigating after a Rogers Communications fibre-optic line was damaged in Sussex. Mounties say the incident happened on Maple Avenue between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. on Oct. 14. “Police believe the individuals may have been trying to steal the copper wire,” RCMP said in a news release on...
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by Brad PerryResidents on Campobello Island will have to go through Maine to get on and off the island this winter. East Coast Ferries announced this week that its seasonal service will end for the year on Nov. 30. “At this time there will be no extension. As of now, we have no further information,” the...
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by Tim DavidsonThe mayors of Kenora and Dryden are heading to Toronto next week for a pair of meetings with provincial cabinet ministers. Kenora mayor Andrew Poirier says they have one hour each to speak with the Minister of the Solicitor General and the Minister of Long Term Care. Poirier says he and Jack...
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by Brad PerryA popular Canadian speciality toy and children’s book retailer has filed for creditor protection. Mastermind Toys says it has faced a range of challenges over the past number of years. They include more competition, disruptions from the pandemic, and a deteriorating economy. “Despite...
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by Evan TaylorMahone Bay, NS – November 23 – Environment and Climate Change Minister Timothy Halman announced over $2.4 million in funding from the Nova Scotia Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund to support seven community-led initiatives aimed at enhancing climate resilience. The projects, spanning...
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by Caitlin SnowAnother weather alert from Environment Canada. A snow squall watch is in effect again for Pictou, Antigonish, Inverness and Victoria counties, for Friday night and much of Saturday. Flurries will develop this evening and could be heavy at times tonight. Cold west to northwest flow will also...
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by Caitlin SnowThere is still no clear timeline of when The Donkin coal mine in Cape Breton can reopen but Minister of Labour Jill Balser says the mine has shown interest in the two-phase approach laid out by the province, after a lengthy third-party report. The report, conducted by Andrew Corkum, an associate...
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A case of hate-motivated graffiti in Antigonish. RCMP are trying to find out who spray-painted a racial slur and derogatory graffiti on a sidewalk on Church Street. It happened in early October, it has since been removed. RCMP believe the incident was motivated by hate. If someone has...
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It looks like lobster fishers in LFA 33 will get an early start to the season. Port reps voted this morning to start the season on Sunday morning at 7. Dumping Day is normally on Monday, but the reps decided to use DFO’s 2-day flexibility rule. A follow up conference call is scheduled for...
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by Tara ClowFilling up at the gas pumps will cost you a bit less this week if you’re using regular fuel. The Energy and Utilities Board made its weekly price adjustment overnight. The maximum cost for gas is down 1.1 cents to 163.7. Diesel users on the other hand are paying a bit more. It went the other...
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