by Evan TaylorThe Mersey River Wind project has secured full financing, marking a significant step forward for both the 148.5‑megawatt development and the future of Nova Scotia’s electricity market. Renewall Energy Inc., a partner in the project, emphasized that it now holds the province’s first and only...
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The Antigonish Affordable Housing Society is excited for the possibility of a new community. The proposed Sugarloaf Community is expected to have 130 units built by 2028 on land that was donated. Board Chair, Colleen Cameron says, “There is a need in this community for affordable housing, and...
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Nova Scotia’s Workers’ Compensation Board is warning workers to take extra care after the latest nor’easter. They say snow and ice-related injuries are running 40 per cent higher than last winter, with 278 reported so far. They say most are slips and falls that happen in the days after a storm....
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The Nova Scotia government is going to start charging more to use electric vehicles. Months after the province ended the EV rebate program, the government will tax drivers every two years. The province’s budget includes a 500 hundred dollar fee for full electric vehicles, and 250 for hybrids....
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The Yarmouth Mariners begin their final road-trip of the season. They’re in Summerside tonight to take on the Western Capitals. The Mariners have lost all seven games to Summerside this season. Yarmouth will then head to West Kent tomorrow night to take on the Steamers. The Mariners have another...
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by NewsA new riding in Inverness County. It will be called ‘Cheticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay.’ The province accepted the recommendation of an electoral boundaries commission, who encouraged the change to better represent the Acadian community. A byelection will be held to choose an MLA, it will feature...
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Hope for Wildlife rehabilitation and education centre is seeking more volunteers in Cape Breton to support their newest facility. The drop-off and triage centre in Lexington opened around three years ago as a place hurt and unwell wild animals found in Cape Breton can be taken anytime that they...
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by Jacob MooreThe Canada Games Centre has a new name, and along with it, more funding. The Halifax municipality has struck a deal with Manulife to rename the building in Clayton Park, which will now be called the Manulife Recreational Centre. According to a news release, the building will still be a...
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As Team Canada prepares to take on the world stage, 50 athletes, coaches, and support staff are heading to Italy next week for the Milan Cortina Paralympics. The national roster features athletes from nine provinces, showcasing the depth of Canada’s Paralympic talent. Among them are three...
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The StFX Health Society is hosting a conference on women’s health on Friday evening and Saturday. This year’s topic is Gender and Health: A Conference Focused on Women’s Health and Equitable Access to Care. Twin sisters Kate and Olivia Harding are this year’s Co-Conference Leads with hopes to...
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