by Alex AllanSaint John Water has provided guidelines to help reduce wildfire risks around the Loch Lomond Watershed. The group stresses that the forest surrounding the watershed is key to safeguarding the city’s drinking water. They’re encouraging everyone to play their part by taking various safety steps:...
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by Evan TaylorLiverpool’s Salvation Army thrift store closing to make room for community programs The Salvation Army has announced it will permanently close its thrift store in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, later this month. The store, located at 361 Main Street, will shut its doors on June 26, following what the...
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by CJ GoaterThe illegal drug trafficking trade in Canada has been dealt a blow following two drug trafficking investigations in Ontario that have led to a record-setting seizure of fentanyl. Project Bionic and Project Golden resulted in the seizure of roughly 43.5 kilograms of fentanyl. This equates to...
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If you live in Digby, you’re being asked to give thoughts on how it can become more accessible. A survey is now live online for people in the town and municipality. It goes through your experiences, ideas and identifies potential challenges. Several categories are covered including...
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by Tim DavidsonExpect some traffic delays in getting into downtown Kenora this week. A portion of Matheson Street will be shut down, including the Matheson Street Bridge. The City of Kenora says a water dig will be taking place and will last about four days. The area affected is Matheson Street between 1st...
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A historical carpentry program will provide a unique way for students to learn skills and prepare for their careers in the trades. Parks Canada has signed a multi-year agreement with Prince Edward Island’s Holland College, plus Ontario’s Algonquin College and Willowbank School of Restoration...
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by Caitlin SnowMore action from Nova Scotia to prevent gender-based violence and support those affected. The province says there will be an engagement table with up to 25 members including representatives of front-line services, community organizations, survivors, family members and academic experts. The table...
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A majority of Nova Scotians are satisfied with the Houston government’s performance. According to a Narrative Research poll, as of last month 60 percent approve. That’s up 16 percentage points from last year at this time. The Houston government won a super-majority in November’s provincial...
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by NewsRCMP are looking for more information after shots were fired in East Preston. Police say it happened Monday at around 9:40 p.m. in the 200 block of Brooks Drive. According to the investigation so far, the people in two separate vehicles shot at each other. No injuries were reported and no...
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by Tara ClowThe RCMP is asking for the public’s help after a collision in Sussex involving a pedestrian. It happened at around 1:30 pm on Monday on Leonard Drive. A 15-year-old boy was rollerblading and attempting to cross the street when he was struck. RCMP say the driver got out of the vehicle to check on...
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