by Evan TaylorA slow-moving low pressure system is expected to bring unsettled weather to the Maritimes through the weekend, according to Environment Canada meteorologist Ian Hubbard. Hubbard says the system, currently tracking northeast from Cape Cod, is weakening as it moves into the Bay of Fundy — helping...
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by Evan TaylorEleven active wildfires continue to burn across northwest Ontario, with four still not under control, prompting widespread restrictions and ongoing firefighting efforts. Kenora 20 remains the largest and most volatile, covering over 31,000 hectares. Fire crews are attacking the fire from both...
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by Evan TaylorPostal workers across Canada have started refusing all overtime, marking a new phase in ongoing labour action against Canada Post. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), which represents about 55,000 employees, says members will not work beyond eight hours per day or 40 hours per week....
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by Evan TaylorA section of North Ohio Road in Yarmouth County is closed after a tree came down across the roadway. The closure affects the area between South Ohio Crossing Road and Lake George Road. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes until the obstruction is cleared. Drivers should also observe...
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by Tara ClowJust as expected, gas prices are up for this week. The maximum cost for regular self-serve increased 1.4 cents a litre to around $1.48. Diesel and furnace oil prices are also up, but not by much. Diesel rose by just 0.1 cent to a maximum of $1.46, furnace oil increased by 0.3 cents a litre to...
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by Tara ClowThe Memorial Cup arrived in Rimouski last night, and action on the ice officially begins Friday night. The Moncton Wildcats, Rimouski Oceanic, London Knights and Medicine Hat Tigers will battle it out for all the glory. Each team represents either the QMJHL, OHL or WHL. Game one goes Friday...
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by Brad PerryWhat sort of changes would you like to see to Codiac Transpo over the next decade? The transit service is seeking your input as it develops a 10-year growth strategy. Angela Allain, Moncton’s director of public transit, said the service has seen increased ridership over the past few years. “This...
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by Alex AllanThousands of essential workers in New Brunswick are set to receive a long-awaited wage boost. The provincial government and CUPE Local 1252 have finalized a new collective agreement. The union represents over 9,600 employees who work for regional health authorities and Extra-Mural/Ambulance New...
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by CJ GoaterSix people are facing charges following a three-week-long drug trafficking investigation. The provincial police investigated incidents of drug trafficking throughout the Thunder Bay District between April 21 and May 9. The investigation led to the search of two homes in Thunder Bay. During the...
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by CJ GoaterThe Thunder Bay Police Service has launched a new initiative aimed at making transactions through online marketplaces safer. The Safe Trade Zone is set up at the Balmoral Police Station. The area is providing residents with designated parking spaces captured by video surveillance for exchanges....
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