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6 arrested, 2 boats, lobsters seized in Yarmouth
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Posted 4 August 2025

6 arrested, 2 boats, lobsters seized in Yarmouth

Six arrests and over 1,900 lobsters seized in Yarmouth. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans says two vessels on Lobster Rock Wharf were not in compliance after inspections on July 31. DFO adds they were performing ongoing monitoring, control and surveillance efforts. They say fishery officers...

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Funeral, Tuesday, for Cole Harbour teen killed in motorcycle crash
Posted 4 August 2025

Funeral, Tuesday, for Cole Harbour teen killed in motorcycle crash

The funeral for a Cole Harbour teenager who died in a horrific motorcycle crash will be held on Tuesday. Sixteen-year-old Noland Lillington passed away after the collision on Main Street near Ridgecrest Drive, July 30. In his obituary, through Arbor Memorial, his family says there will be a...

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Actress Loni Anderson dies at 79
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Posted 3 August 2025

Actress Loni Anderson dies at 79

An award-winning actress best known for her role on WKRP Cinncinatti has passed away. According to the multiple reports the family of Loni Anderson has confirmed that she died of a prolonged illness. Loni played Jennifer Marlow on WKRP Cinncinatii in the 70’s and early 80’s. Her death comes just...

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Prairie wildfires causing poor air quality for large part of N.B.
Posted 3 August 2025

Prairie wildfires causing poor air quality for large part of N.B.

A good portion of New Brunswick has been issued a poor air quality statement due to wildfire smoke coming in from the prairies. Environment Canada says it affects mostly northern New Brunswick. The forecaster says it is supposed to last tonight before clearing out Monday morning. Mild symptoms...

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Structure fire closes Hwy 245 in North Grant
Posted 3 August 2025

Structure fire closes Hwy 245 in North Grant

Emergency crews are battling a structure fire in North Grant, Sunday evening. RCMP say it is near the 1200 block of Highway 245. The highway is shut down as a result, police say you should expect delays.

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Boil water, conservation advisory lifted in Inverness
Posted 3 August 2025

Boil water, conservation advisory lifted in Inverness

The boil water and conservation advisories for Inverness County has been lifted. In a post on social media, the municipality says it is for users of the Inverness water system. The advisories went into effect after a major water leak on Fraser Street, Saturday morning. If you suspect a water...

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Vulnerable persons alert for woman in Annapolis, Kings
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Posted 3 August 2025

Vulnerable persons alert for woman in Annapolis, Kings

A vulnerable persons alert has been issued for a 32-year-old woman in Annapolis and Kings Counties. RCMP say Kerstin Marie Wetter is 5’4, 205 lbs, with blonde hair and hazel eyes. She has tattoos of flowers on her right shoulder and left hip as well as an inscription on her left forearm. She was...

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Halifax man wanted province wide for assault, threats
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Posted 3 August 2025

Halifax man wanted province wide for assault, threats

A Halifax man is wanted under a province-wide arrest warrant. RCMP say Shawn Danny Isenor, 35, is wanted for assault, threats, and two counts of mischief. Isenor is described as 6-foot-2, 230 pounds. He has dark brown hair and blue eyes. At this time, investigators believe he may be driving a...

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Vehicle hits restaurant near Bridgewater
Posted 2 August 2025

Vehicle hits restaurant near Bridgewater

A vehicle hit a restaurant in Cookville, Saturday evening. RCMP tell our newsroom it was around 7:30 p.m., when the car hit a power pole then the restaurant on Pine Grove Road. The driver and only one in the vehicle was not hurt. Officers are at the scene investigating.  

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Crash closes Route 115, Irishtown
Posted 2 August 2025

Crash closes Route 115, Irishtown

A crash has closed Route 115 in Irishtown, Saturday afternoon. RCMP say it is near Cape Breton Road. Details are few but RCMP say the roadway is shut down in both directions. Traffic is being rerouted, expect delays.

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