by Brad PerryThe town of Quispamsis has become the latest New Brunswick municipality to restrict flyer delivery in the community. Council passed a bylaw Tuesday that allows residents to opt out by placing a “No Flyers” sign on their property. Coun. Noah Donovan, who voted in favour of the bylaw, said he is...
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by Tim DavidsonLook for some new banners on light poles in downtown Kenora in time for winter. Economic Development officer for the City of Kenora Megan Dokuchie says they are reaching out to local youth to help design the new banners. “We’re encouraging youth aged 18 and under to submit a winter-themed...
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by Brad PerryDo not expect any significant changes at the fuel pumps in New Brunswick this week. An industry source tells us gasoline prices will remain essentially unchanged on Thursday night. The price for diesel is expected to rise by around 1.5 cents per litre, according to the source. The New Brunswick...
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by Joe ThomsonWarning: The following story contains references to allegations of sexual abuse and sexual assault and may be difficult for survivors and those impacted by these claims. The RCMP are investigating historical allegations of sexual assault at Université Sainte-Anne. A website began circulating...
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by Caitlin SnowNova Scotia’s Fisheries Minister, Steve Craig, intends to increase the fine of purchasing out-of-season lobster to $1 million dollars. It comes as tension rise in Southwestern Nova Scotia, over the issue, amid complaints from politicians and commercial fishers that lobster poaching is increasing...
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by Caitlin SnowA former actor from That 70’s Show is facing decades in prison. Multiple reports say 47-year-old Danny Masterson has been sentenced to 30 years to life for raping at least two women, twenty years ago, during the height of his fame. He has been accused of rape by at least three women between 2001...
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by Brad PerryThe New Brunswick government could have been better prepared for the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the province’s auditor general. Paul Martin released the first part of his report on the provincial government’s pandemic response on Thursday. Martin said New Brunswick reacted quickly with...
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by Randy ThomsThe Thunder Bay District Health Unit and the Canadian Union of Public Employees are meeting with a Ministry of Labour conciliator. They are working to reach an agreement over a new contract for the health unit’s frontline workers. Heading into the discussions, workers voted 99 per cent in favour...
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by CJ GoaterSolicitor General Michael Korzner announced a major investment from the Ontario government to help modernize fire training and resources across Northern Ontario. 17 new fire trucks, and lifesaving fire equipment are headed to Northern Ontario communities following the $35 million investment from...
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by Randy ThomsA Ministry of Labour arbitrator has issued a ruling that impacts workers represented by Unifor at ten northern Ontario hospitals. The award focuses on workplace issues, such as violence and infectious disease. Unifor says the contract impacting their members now includes articles to address...
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