by CJ GoaterAn annual fundraiser in Thunder Bay is set to take place. United Way’s third annual Great Lighthouse Rescue is getting underway on Wednesday. Fundraising castaways are going to be “stranded” at Thunder Bay’s lighthouse. The goal is to raise enough money to be rescued and returned to shore. This...
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by Caitlin SnowA new health clinic in Dartmouth is offering a wide range of services to thousands of Nova Scotians. The province says the Dr. Maria Angwin Memorial on Wyse Road has primary care, gynecology, obstetrics, urology and midwifery. It will also host community programs like the Nova Scotia Sisterhood...
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by NewsA 32-year-old man is dead after an early morning accident in Amherst. It happened around 4 a.m, and was a single-vehicle rollover. Amherst Police say several bystanders attempted to provide assistance, but the Cumberland County man died as a result of his injuries. He was the lone occupant of...
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by CJ GoaterA major drug trafficking investigation in Ontario has led to the seizure of $1.9 million in illegal drugs. As a result of the 16-month investigation, 25 people, many from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), are facing a total of 197 charges, while arrest warrants have been issued for three others....
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by Brad PerryResidents and businesses in Alma are being told to reduce their water consumption. The community, which is part of Fundy Albert, is facing lower-than-normal reservoir levels for this time of year. “We ask that all water users take all necessary measures to reduce their water usage,” said a...
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by Brad PerryA New Brunswick town is reviewing raceway safety after a tragic death over the weekend. A three-year-old boy died after being struck by the starting gate during a harness race in Woodstock. Town officials announced Tuesday they have begun a comprehensive safety review of Connell Park Raceway....
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by Caitlin SnowA memorial garden at a Dartmouth animal shelter has a new addition to help owners honour their beloved pets. A rainbow bridge. Photo: Bide Awhile Sam Cole the communications and marketing coordinator at Bide Awhile tells our newsroom it connects to Trio’s Place – a space of comfort where...
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by Caitlin SnowThe province’s police watch dog has cleared an off-duty Halifax police officer after a crash in Porters Lake that left a man with serious injuries. SiRT says it was in the afternoon of January 24 on Myra Road. A man was helping a passenger in the backseat of his parked vehicle and was partially...
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by Brad PerryExpect some delays near a busy Dieppe intersection for two days this week. The intersection of Gauvin Road and Marché Street will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday. City officials said the closure is needed for milling and paving work to take place. Access to the Market and Place 1604 parking...
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by CJ GoaterWest Red Lake Gold Mines has announced that an employee working at the Madsen Mine in Red Lake has died. The individual was working underground when they suffered fatal injuries. “The health, safety and well-being of our employees is our top priority,” said West Red Lake Gold Mines in a release....
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