by Tim DavidsonLots of change at the Kenora Catholic District School Board. Teachers head back to school today and students return to class tomorrow. Jamey Robertson is the Director of Education and says it’s a new year and a new role for him. “It’s a new perspective and a new role for me in terms of...
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by Brad PerryThe race to find the next leader of the federal NDP is officially underway. Party officials said there has been “strong interest” since application packages for prospective candidates were made available on Aug. 20. “This leadership race is an exciting opportunity for our members and for people...
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by Evan TaylorThe Atlantic Chamber of Commerce says urgent action is needed to deal with worker shortages in the region, particularly in healthcare. In a letter to Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab, the chamber — joined by 47 local boards of trade and chambers across the region — warned that Atlantic...
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by NewsNova Scotia Power is once again planning to raise your power bill. They’re going to ask the Nova Scotia Energy Board for a 2.1 percent increase in both 2026 and 2027 for all customer classes. Residential rates would go up 4.1 percent each year. In a release, the utility says they’re focused on...
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Seniors could be getting up to $750 to help with the cost-of-living. Applications for the province’s Seniors Care Grant are now open. You have to be at least 65 and make less than $45,100 a year. If you’re signed up for direct deposit through the CRA, the grant will show up in your bank account....
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by Tara ClowThe wheels on school buses began going round and round again today. It was day one for most students across the province. Anglophone East School District Superintendent Randolph MacLEAN says thousands are transported each day, “That grows and changes daily. Each time a student enrolls, that...
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by Tara ClowThe federal government is now accepting applications for its recently announced Regional Tariff Response initiative. It has set aside $450 million nationally for the program. The initiative is part of a broad set of tariff support measures. “Atlantic businesses know how to adapt. With the...
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Crews are on the scene of a structure fire in Grand Lake. According to an RCMP post on X just before noon on Tuesday, officers are assisting fire services. Hartland Dr. at Brookhill Dr. is closed. Police say to avoid the area and expect delays.
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by Tara ClowA 29-year-old Moncton woman has been arrested in connection with drug trafficking. New Brunswick RCMP Provincial Crime Reduction Unit began an investigation on August 5. On August 22, a Joyce Avenue home was searched and police seized items including quantities of what is believed to be cocaine,...
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As the Long Lake wildfire burns out of control, many are wondering when they’ll be able to go home. It’s been three weeks since the Annapolis County blaze broke out, with hundreds still evacuated. The municipality says they need the all-clear from the Department of Natural Resources before...
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