by Alex AllanA Moncton man has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for aggravated assault. Officers responded to a report of a stabbing at a residence on Lockhart Avenue on January 3, around 8:35 p.m. Police said they arrested a 62-year-old man outside the home without incident. The man appeared...
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The Yarmouth Mariners start a three-game road-trip, needing crucial points. They begin in Campbellton tonight, and will face the Chaleur Lightning tomorrow and Miramichi Sunday. The Mariners are six points back of the Pictou County Crushers for the last playoff spot in the division, both teams...
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by Caitlin SnowThe board that oversees the maintenance on a very popular walking trail in HRM says they are returning that responsibility back to the province. The B.L.T Trail has been around for 25 years, stretching for 13 kilometres through Beechville, Lakeside and Timberlea. Since 2004, the B.L.T Rails to...
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by Evan TaylorCanada’s Food Price Report for 2025 forecasts another year of rising grocery costs, with overall food prices expected to increase between 3 and 5 per cent. The average family of four is projected to spend $16,833.67 on food next year — up to $801.56 more than in 2024. The annual report, now in...
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by Tara ClowIt’s the season of giving. The 30 Days of Community Caring Campaign got underway this week at the Peter McKee Community Food Centre. It brings together over 20 organizations, volunteers and those who want to help ensure everyone can celebrate the festive season with food on their table.. On...
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by Bryan TaitThe New Brunswick government is asking for public input on a program to divert organic waste from landfills. It’s part of the Department of Environment and Local Government’s strategic action plan for solid waste management. Environment Minister Gilles LePage said a comprehensive organic waste...
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Halifax is ready to rock at the 2025 Canadian Curling Trials. Over the next week, the country’s best curlers will be vying to represent Canada at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games. Eight women’s and men’s teams will compete at the Scotiabank Centre, starting Saturday with a round robin. The winner...
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by Evan TaylorTwo more long-term care homes have voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action, adding pressure to ongoing coordinated bargaining between CUPE and the provincial government. Richmond Villa workers in St. Peter’s voted 98 percent in favour of a strike mandate this week. The vote follows a...
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by Caitlin SnowIt might just be the perfect accessory item for your pet. The Nova Scotia SPCA has launched a new Tartan with the help of a local small business, with several items available for purchase as a fundraiser. The charity says they have partnered with Tartan Gal Designs and are officially with the...
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It might be a bit noisy in Hebron. Blasting is taking place at the Nova West Regional Business Park. The Municipality of Yarmouth says it’s part of ongoing infrastructure work, and the controlled blasting will happen until 5 p.m. You may hear loud noises or feel minor ground vibrations. There is...
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