by Brad PerryChanges are coming to several trails at Rockwood Park in Saint John. A number of trails throughout the park currently extend onto private property. City officials say they are being rerouted to ensure all trails remain within city-owned land. “In the coming months, new trail maps will be issued,...
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by Brad PerryDo not be surprised to see several first responders in the Saint Andrews area next week. Training exercises will be taking place in the region, the RCMP announced in a social media post on Thursday. Several RCMP specialized units will be taking part in the exercises along with partner agencies....
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by Caitlin SnowSearch efforts continue Thursday, for the missing 4-year-old boy in Guysborough County. Oakley fell into the water while fishing exactly one week ago, in Cooks Cove, on his way to visit relatives with his family for Easter. It prompted a 13-agency search that lasted until Saturday, April 19,...
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by Alex AllanFor 20 years, the New Brunswick Mat Registry has been working to preserve the province’s unique tradition of mat hooking. Volunteers have documented more than 600 mats, capturing their stories and ensuring this maritime craft is not forgotten. Hooked mats, historically a staple in New Brunswick...
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by Evan TaylorAs temperatures rise across the province, the Nova Scotia government is reminding people that tick season is underway and precautions are necessary to stay safe. Ticks can be found in both urban and rural areas, particularly in tall grass, wooded spaces, gardens, and even city parks. “Ticks are...
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The Antigonish Bulldogs suffered their first loss at the Don Johnson Cup. They lost 6-3 to the Capstone Colts Thursday afternoon in their second game of the tournament. Antigonish won their first game Wednesday, they’ve got two games scheduled for Friday. They play the Kensington Vipers at noon...
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by Tim DavidsonSt. Thomas Aquinas badminton players won a pair of bronze medals at the NWOSSA championships in Thunder Bay on Wednesday. The senior mixed doubles team of Maddyn Hughes and Parker Frances finished in third place, as did the junior boys doubles team of Tyson Ponton and Ryder Kosis. Hughes and...
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by Jacob MooreA new restaurant in Halifax doesn’t let you tip any of its workers. Vincent Morley and his wife, Kristyn Green, opened The Bonfire last week. They said they’re the only restaurant that doesn’t allow tips in the province. Morley said he’s worked in kitchens for 22 years, often feeling underpaid...
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by Evan TaylorRCMP have upgraded charges following a violent incident in Mill Village that led to the death of an 84-year-old man. Police say they responded to a weapons call at a home on Highway 3 in the early hours of March 28. When officers arrived, they found the man with life-threatening injuries...
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by CJ GoaterThe provincial government is providing some support to the Regional Food Distribution Association (RFDA) through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund. The RFDA is receiving $2 million to support the construction of its expanding facility. “The Building Hope project at the RFDA will have a major...
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