by Brad PerryA fire at the Irving Oil Refinery in Saint John prompted an emergency response on Monday morning. The Saint John Fire Department (SJFD) responded to reports of a product leak that ignited around 9:15 a.m., according to the city. “Working in close coordination with the refinery’s emergency...
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A nation-wide labour dispute has ended at DHL Express Canada after nearly three weeks. Unifor says members ratified a new four-year agreement by 72% over the weekend, officially ending a lockout and strike that began on June 8th. Canada’s largest private sector union represents 2,100 truck...
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There’s a road closure underway in Inverness County on Monday. Public Works says East Margaree Cross Road is shut down in both directions from East Margaree Road to the Cabot Trail for maintenance. It will be closed until 4:30 P.M.
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by Alex AllanFire crews are dealing with 11 new wildfires in northwestern Ontario. They were reported Sunday evening and are part of 34 active fires burning across the region, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. The largest of the new fires is Red Lake Fire 48, which is about 30...
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by Randy ThomsThe provincial NDP is not pleased the Ford government is providing private surgical and diagnostic centres with $155 million. The funding is to support 35 newly licensed centres that will deliver MRI and CT scans and 22 centres providing endoscopy services. Health Minister Sylvia Jones says the...
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by Brad PerryThere will be lots to do in Thunder Bay to celebrate Canada’s birthday. Canada Day celebrations at Marina Park will take place from 3 to 9 p.m. This includes cultural performances, dancing and live music, as well as food vendors. You will also find an artisan market, inflatables, face painting,...
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by Randy ThomsIt was a year for celebration at the Rainy River District School Board. It includes a record number of students graduating with high school diplomas through the alternative education program. The program is jointly run by the Rainy River District School Board and the United Native Friendship...
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by Randy ThomsLegion Park will be the site of Canada Day festivities in Fort Frances. There will be a number of family activities taking place sponsored by the Beyak Automotive Group. Spokesperson Hayley Trimble says they will get underway at around noon on Tuesday. “We have a lot of community members coming...
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by Alex AllanCanada is withdrawing its digital services tax in a move aimed at restarting trade negotiations with the United States. The decision was announced Sunday by Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, who said the government will introduce legislation to repeal the Digital Services Tax Act....
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by Brad PerryNursing students at the University of New Brunswick will soon start using advanced virtual reality and simulation technology. Last week, the provincial government announced $500,000 over three years to put toward the new initiative at the university. Health Minister John Dornan said the...
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