Hurricane Erin is sailing well off our shores, but big waves are in the forecast. The Nova Scotia Lifesaving Society says the waves will increase in size and intensity through the weekend off the Eastern coast. They say lifeguards are not recommending swimming at beaches, you may see supervision...
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by Alex AllanThe weekly fuel price shuffle has landed, and it’s sending gas and diesel in opposite directions. The maximum price for regular self-serve gasoline increased overnight by 1.2 cents per litre, bringing it to around $1.46. Diesel dropped by just under one cent, with the new maximum sitting at...
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by Alex AllanFlooding could become more frequent and severe in parts of the Shubenacadie Lakes region, according to a new study. The Halifax Regional Municipality has released the Shubenacadie Lakes Floodplain Study, which outlines flood risks across several lakes in the area. The study identifies zones...
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Crews are working to restore electricity for thousands in Halifax on Friday morning. According to the Nova Scotia Power outage map as of 8:45 a.m., more than 5,000 customers are impacted in the west end, south end and downtown. The utility says it is due to damage to overhead equipment. They...
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by Alex AllanOakfield Beach is temporarily closed to swimming and other recreational use after officials detected potential signs of cyanobacteria. Some types of cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, can produce toxins that pose health risks to people and pets. These blooms tend to appear in warm,...
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by Brad PerrySaint John is on track for a milestone year when it comes to development, members of the city’s growth committee heard this week. Kevin Molnar, manager of customer service and operations, gave an overview of development numbers from January to July. “The first seven months of 2025 represent the...
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by Brad PerryRiverview is aiming to support local businesses, attract new investment and grow its commercial tax base. Councillors approved changes to the town’s commercial development grant program during a meeting earlier in August. “These updates will ensure the Commercial Development Grant continues to...
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by Randy ThomsThe Dryden Fall Fair will again feature members of the area 4-H club. Young people who have been raising cattle over the past year will display their efforts on Friday. “On Friday at 12 o’clock, we have our 4-H show. Then, at 6 o’clock is the awards, and the auction is to follow that,” says 4-H...
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by Randy ThomsThe College of Nurses of Ontario has stripped a Fort Frances woman of her ability to work as a nurse in Ontario. The ruling came after the College’s Disciplinary Committee found Lindsey Coyle committed an act of professional misconduct with the alteration of a patient’s records with respect to...
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by Randy ThomsA successful Ride for Memories for the Alzheimer Society of Kenora-Rainy River District. The event invites motorcycle enthusiasts on a journey across the western portion of northwestern Ontario in support of the Society. This year’s event raised more than $58,000. The money is used to offset the...
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