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Man allegedly flees from police after stealing tractors in Colchester
Posted 22 May 2025

Man allegedly flees from police after stealing tractors in Colchester

The RCMP has arrested a man after two tractors were allegedly stolen in the province. On May 5, Colchester RCMP got a call that something was stolen from a business in Onslow, according to a news release. Police learned a lawn tractor was stolen from the yard early in the morning on May 4....

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RCMP look for man in ski goggles who took pictures of kids at Sackville playground
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Posted 22 May 2025

RCMP look for man in ski goggles who took pictures of kids at Sackville playground

RCMP are looking for a person of interest after a suspicious incident at a playground in Middle Sackville. Police say on Tuesday around 1 p.m. on Rafting Drive, a man wearing a ski mask and ski goggles had been taking photos of children playing at the playground. He ran away when one of the...

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Beauty Bay Golf Course, Senior Men’s League, May 20
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Posted 22 May 2025

Beauty Bay Golf Course, Senior Men’s League, May 20

Here’s a link to Bruce Braun’s column this week. Enjoy! Beauty Bay Golf Course, Senior Mens League, May 20, 2025  

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3 arrested in copper wire theft investigation near Oromocto
Posted 22 May 2025

3 arrested in copper wire theft investigation near Oromocto

Three people have been arrested in connection with copper wire theft in the Oromocto area. RCMP received a tip on May 16 that someone was operating an ATV loaded with copper wire in Geary. Officers went to a home on Broad Road, where they arrested two men and a 17-year-old boy. The teen was...

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Resident bear at Shubenacadie Wildlife Park in N.S. passes away
Posted 22 May 2025

Resident bear at Shubenacadie Wildlife Park in N.S. passes away

A sad time at the Shubenacadie Wildlife Park in the Halifax area. A beloved resident black bear has passed away at the age of 14. In a post on Facebook, the park announced the solemn news about “Bonnie Bear” who they say has been a part of their family since she arrived as an orphaned cub...

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Port Hawkesbury wins workplace safety award
Posted 22 May 2025

Port Hawkesbury wins workplace safety award

The Town of Port Hawkesbury has been recognized for going above and beyond in workplace safety. The 2025 Safety First in Cape Breton Awards were presented at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre May 14th. Senior Director of Safety with Nova Scotia Power Peter Murray gave out two awards. The...

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Canada Games Aquatic Centre prepares for $25M in upgrades
Posted 22 May 2025

Canada Games Aquatic Centre prepares for $25M in upgrades

It has been 40 years since the Canada Games Aquatic Centre in Saint John was constructed for the 1985 Canada Summer Games. Now, the facility is planning for $25 million in upgrades to prepare it for the 2029 Canada Summer Games and future generations. Saint John and Moncton will co-host the...

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Six RVs burned in suspected arson, RCMP seek public’s help
Posted 22 May 2025

Six RVs burned in suspected arson, RCMP seek public’s help

RCMP are calling on the community for help after six RVs were destroyed in a suspected arson in Grand Bay-Westfield. Police say the fire started early in the morning on December 16 at a business on Highland Road. Investigators believe a man broke into a storage facility and intentionally set...

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10 fire trucks unavailable in Halifax as union calls for change
Posted 22 May 2025

10 fire trucks unavailable in Halifax as union calls for change

The Halifax firefighters union says 10 trucks are off duty Thursday. The union is calling on management to ensure something like this does not happen. The trucks are either being used for mandatory training or out of service, and there is no professional fire fighter backfill in place, according...

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Lenny Kravitz announced for Halifax Music Fest
Posted 22 May 2025

Lenny Kravitz announced for Halifax Music Fest

The final headliner for the Halifax Music Fest has been announced. American rocker Lenny Kravitz will play Garrison Grounds on Saturday, June 28. The 4-time Grammy Award winner is known for hits like ‘Are You Gonna Go My Way,’ ‘Fly Away’ and his cover of the Guess Who’s ‘American Woman.’ He’ll...

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