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Provincial government workers to return to workplaces full-time in 2026
Posted 14 August 2025

Provincial government workers to return to workplaces full-time in 2026

Government workers involved in a hybrid workplace model for the past several years will be required to spend more time in the office. The provincial government wants them there four days a week, starting on October 20th. The goal is for them to transition to a full work week at the office in the...

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Serious injuries, Main St closed after crash in Dartmouth
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Posted 14 August 2025

Serious injuries, Main St closed after crash in Dartmouth

Serious injuries after a crash on Main Street in Dartmouth. Police say it happened around 4 p.m., Thursday at Ridgecrest Drive. Traffic is blocked in both directions on Main between Brigadoon and Ridgecrest Drive and will remain that way for awhile. No word on how many were involved in the...

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Inverness lowers water conservation order to voluntary
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Posted 14 August 2025

Inverness lowers water conservation order to voluntary

Water conservation is now voluntary in Inverness. It was downgraded from mandatory today for users of the municipal water system. The municipality says it’s because of continued efforts of residents to save water. They’re still encouraging you to curb usage as much as possible. That includes...

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Fuel prices expected to dip in N.B.
Posted 14 August 2025

Fuel prices expected to dip in N.B.

Gas and diesel prices are expected to fall Thursday night, according to an industry source. Both regular self-serve gasoline and diesel are expected to drop by around two cents per litre. Maximum prices in the province currently range from $1.47 for regular self-serve and $1.52 for diesel. In...

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‘Tintamarre’ events highlight National Acadian Day
Posted 14 August 2025

‘Tintamarre’ events highlight National Acadian Day

It’s time to get out your Acadian flag. Friday’s National Acadian Day will be a loud celebration throughout Yarmouth and Digby counties. Several ‘Tintamarre’ parades are taking place in the region. You’re encouraged to bring noisemakers and dress in Acadian colours. New this year, a Tintamarre...

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Halifax man at large, wanted by police
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Posted 14 August 2025

Halifax man at large, wanted by police

A Halifax man is wanted on a province-wide arrest warrant. RCMP say Edward James Schijns is believed to be in HRM. He is facing charges for Being at Large on a Release Order, Failure to Comply with Conditions and Fraud. The 41-year-old is described as 5’6, 123 lbs, bald with blue eyes. If you...

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Marchand greets fans at Fall River DQ
Posted 14 August 2025

Marchand greets fans at Fall River DQ

This year’s ‘Miracle Treat Day’ has a celebrity boost. Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand was at Dairy Queen’s Fall River location to meet and greet fans Thursday. The NHL star tells Acadia News that it means a lot to support the IWK. “I think it’s such a great opportunity. Especially being...

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Province urges you to prepare emergency kit in case of wildfire
Posted 14 August 2025

Province urges you to prepare emergency kit in case of wildfire

What should you do if a wildfire is threatening your home? The Nova Scotia Emergency Management office says you need to have a to-go bag ready. Being able to look after yourself and your family for up to three days is key. They say the kit should be easy to carry, and everyone in the house...

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Ontario Public Service set to end remote work
Posted 14 August 2025

Ontario Public Service set to end remote work

The provincial government has announced that Ontario Public Service employees will be returning to work from an office full-time next year. Minister Caroline Mulroney, who is also the president of the Treasury Board, made the announcement on Thursday. “As the government delivers on our plan to...

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Wildfire smoke from elsewhere reaches Quad Counties
Posted 14 August 2025

Wildfire smoke from elsewhere reaches Quad Counties

Quad County residents have been reporting a strong smell of smoke. The Havre Boucher Fire Department posted on Facebook Thursday morning that calls are coming in all over the area as far as Mabou, Inverness, Whycocomagh, and Cape George. They posted that after a conversation with the Department...

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