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N.B. premier sends letter outlining priorities to PM
Posted 1 May 2025

N.B. premier sends letter outlining priorities to PM

New Brunswick’s premier says she is looking forward to working with Prime Minister Mark Carney. Susan Holt said Carney has expressed a desire to understand New Brunswick and what makes us unique. During her weekly tariff update, Holt said the government was sending a letter to Carney outlining...

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MacKay Bridge to close Dartmouth-bound
Posted 1 May 2025

MacKay Bridge to close Dartmouth-bound

You will not be able to get to Dartmouth on the MacKay Bridge, Thursday night. Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB) says all lanes heading to Dartmouth will be closed from 7 p.m., Thursday, to 5:30 a.m., Friday. Dartmouth to Halifax lanes will remain open. HHB says the closure is to accommodate bearing...

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NBCC cuts positions amid declining international enrolment
Posted 1 May 2025

NBCC cuts positions amid declining international enrolment

New Brunswick Community College has been forced to cut more than 60 positions. The college has also paused or cancelled several programs across the province. President and CEO Mary Butler said it stems from recent federal immigration changes. “We’ve already seen about an 800 to 900 student...

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Teen facing nearly 30 charges after weapons threats at Halifax high school
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Posted 1 May 2025

Teen facing nearly 30 charges after weapons threats at Halifax high school

A Halifax teenager is facing nearly 30 charges after allegedly threatening to bring weapons to Citadel High School. It was one week ago when the 16-year-old was arrested at 3 a.m. and a number of weapons were seized. Halifax police say he is now facing 29 charges that include threats, promoting...

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Bridgewater seeks feedback on development plans near Exit 12A
Posted 1 May 2025

Bridgewater seeks feedback on development plans near Exit 12A

The Town of Bridgewater is entering the next phase of planning for development near the recently opened Exit 12A interchange—and it wants residents to help guide the process. One of the primary reasons for the new exit was to help service the Michelin plant located in town, which employs over...

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2 men killed in Coles Island crash
Posted 1 May 2025

2 men killed in Coles Island crash

Two men have died after their vehicle left the road and struck several trees in Coles Island. Mounties said they responded to the scene on Route 2 around 1:20 a.m. Thursday. Investigators believe the driver lost control of the westbound vehicle, which left the roadway and hit several trees. A...

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A journey to finish Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope
Posted 1 May 2025

A journey to finish Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope

A U.S. resident who ran in college, looked up to Terry Fox and has battled health issues of her own is setting off to complete his Marathon of Hope. Helene Neville has battled multiple cancer diagnoses and brain surgeries, but it has not stopped her from achieving her goals. She is a nurse, mom,...

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Thunder Bay police officer facing charge following collision on-duty
Posted 1 May 2025

Thunder Bay police officer facing charge following collision on-duty

A Thunder Bay Police Service officer is facing charges in relation to an on-duty incident. On February 29, 2024, a city police vehicle was involved in a two-vehicle collision in Thunder Bay. City police requested that the provincial police investigate the incident on July 2, 2024. On Monday,...

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Advocate orders quarterly reporting on child welfare spending
Posted 1 May 2025

Advocate orders quarterly reporting on child welfare spending

A New Brunswick watchdog will require quarterly reporting on the province’s child welfare spending commitments. Advocate Kelly Lamrock released a report last week showing the government has mandated $47 million in cuts this year. The provincial government has budgeted $208.3 million in this...

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29th annual Spring Up to Clean Up underway in Thunder Bay
Posted 1 May 2025

29th annual Spring Up to Clean Up underway in Thunder Bay

An annual event that helps keep Thunder Bay clean is back. EcoSuperior and the city of Thunder Bay have launched the 29th annual Spring Up to Clean Up campaign. For the entire month of May, community members can register to get involved. Residents are encouraged to clean up around their...

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