by NewsThe NDP hosted a flag-raising ceremony this morning at Province House calling on more action from the Houston government on Transgender Day of Remembrance. It’s a day recognized annually around the world on November 20, to remember the lives lost due to violence and transphobia. The provincial...
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by Evan TaylorThe Souls Harbour Rescue Mission in Bridgewater will be opening its doors this winter as a warming centre for those experiencing housing insecurity. They officially started operating as a warming shelter on November 20 and will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The shelter is also looking to...
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by Tara ClowResidents in the Lewisville area want a nearby scrapyard moved. A group will present a petition at Moncton City Council’s meeting Monday night. Their concerns are over the AIM/Tri-Province scrapyard, and they want it relocated to a Heavy Industrial Zoned area. A social media post from Councillor...
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Canada is months away from tax season, but the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is already seeking volunteers for its income tax program. In a news release, the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) identified an immediate need for organizations to host free tax-help clinics and volunteers...
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by Brad PerryNew Brunswick saw a slight increase in home sales during the month of October, according to new figures. The Canadian Real Estate Association reported 803 home sales, up three compared to the same period last year. Home sales remained about 16 per cent below the five-year average and 0.2 per...
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by CJ GoaterThe Ontario government in collaboration with universities across the province has announced 121 additional training positions have been added to the Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Program this year. “Expanding training opportunities to become a nurse practitioner will grow this important...
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by Tim DavidsonThe City of Kenora is explaining the cost of painting the Keewatin Channel Bridge. It’s coming in at $4.35 million. Director of Engineering and Infrastructure Greg Breen says it’s a very involved process including sandblasting and covering the underside of the bridge so nothing can enter the...
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by Tara ClowAn increased presence of RCMP was on hand at Moncton High School on Monday. This is after the circulation of concerning social media posts. Anglophone East School District sent a letter to parents over the weekend. Superintendent Randy MacLEAN stated the RCMP has confirmed the individuals in...
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by Evan TaylorThe Nova Scotia Liberal Caucus is urging the provincial government to provide immediate support to customers impacted by the sudden closure of Maritime Fuels by ensuring their eligibility for the Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP). Late last week, the province issued a warning to customers...
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by Tim DavidsonThe two health units in northwestern Ontario are looking at the possibility of merging. The Northwestern Health Unit and the Thunder Bay District Health Unit say their boards have passed a joint merger feasibility assessment. The health units would be given one-time funding, resources, and...
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