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Fredericton cop cleared of potential criminal wrongdoing after suspect had access to sensitive info
Posted 14 July 2025

Fredericton cop cleared of potential criminal wrongdoing after suspect had access to sensitive info

A police officer was cleared of any potential criminal offences after a suspect was found with photos of sensitive police information. SiRT says the Fredericton Police Force seized a cellphone in 2023 during a drug investigation. On the phone, they found photos of an officer’s personal computer,...

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Paving on Canso Causeway to cause ‘significant delays’
Posted 14 July 2025

Paving on Canso Causeway to cause ‘significant delays’

Be prepared for significant delays on the Canso Causeway, Tuesday. Public Works tells our newsroom there will be paving and traffic control will be on site. They suggest adding extra time to your trip. Work will start at 6 a.m.

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Fort Frances man arrested in assault of 2 people
Posted 14 July 2025

Fort Frances man arrested in assault of 2 people

Provincial Police have arrested a 28-year-old following the assault of two people in Fort Frances. OPP says they were called about a domestic assault at a home late Saturday night. When officers approached a man, he produced what appeared to be a gun and pointed it toward them. Police were able...

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22-year-old man arrested after police chase in Halifax
Posted 14 July 2025

22-year-old man arrested after police chase in Halifax

A 22-year-old man is in custody after a police chase over the weekend. Halifax police say they  spotted a car speeding on Highway 102 at about 8:45 p.m. on Sunday, according to a news release. Smoke and debris were coming from a blown out rear tire. Police turned on their sirens and tried to...

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Heat warning for much of N.B.
Posted 14 July 2025

Heat warning for much of N.B.

We are in for a stretch of hot and humid weather across many areas of New Brunswick. Environment Canada issued a heat warning for much of the province on Monday afternoon. Daytime highs of 30°C to 33°C will feel more like 36 to 39 in many areas, with cooler temperatures along the immediate...

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Heat warning for nearly all of N.S.
Posted 14 July 2025

Heat warning for nearly all of N.S.

A heat warning for nearly the entire province. Environment Canada says hot and humid weather is on tap for today through Thursday for Digby, Annapolis and Kings Counties. The rest of the mainland will feel it Tuesday through Thursday Highs will reach up to 33 degrees, but it will feel more like...

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Measles outbreak declared in Sussex region
Posted 14 July 2025

Measles outbreak declared in Sussex region

A measles outbreak has been declared in the Sussex area as Public Health confirms another case of the virus. There are now two confirmed cases in the province, with other potential cases currently under investigation, officials said Monday. “Measles spreads quickly and easily,” Dr. Kimberley...

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Horse falls off embankment after it was spooked by dirt bikers
Posted 14 July 2025

Horse falls off embankment after it was spooked by dirt bikers

A horse fell over the side of a trail after it was scared by two dirt bikers near Musquodobit Harbour. The RCMP says it happened on Friday along the Blueberry Trail System. The noise from the bikes scared a horse, which threw off its rider before falling down an embankment. No official word yet...

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Some V.I.P. tables still available for Quest
Posted 14 July 2025

Some V.I.P. tables still available for Quest

The popular singing contest, Quest for the Best, returns to Fort Frances this week. Twenty contestants will take to the stage for a chance to win cash prizes totalling $3,000. Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce’s Heather Johnson says they are marking the event’s 30th year. “We have such a really...

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Charity Golf Challenge raises funds for the Hospital Foundation
Posted 14 July 2025

Charity Golf Challenge raises funds for the Hospital Foundation

Another big fundraiser for the Lake of the Woods Hospital Foundation. It managed to raise over $202,000 from its 5th annual Par 3 Charity Challenge with help from The Dingwall Group The charity tournament took place at the Kenora Golf and Country Club last Thursday and attracted 144 golfers. The...

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