by Brad PerrySaint John wants tenants in all apartment buildings across the city to have access to recycling opportunities. A proposed bylaw before council will require owners of larger buildings to register for on-site recycling as of May 31. The city has been providing curbside recycling to all residential...
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by Evan TaylorFour federal candidates for South Shore–St. Margaret’s took the stage at the Best Western in Cookville for a public forum organized by the Bridgewater & Area Chamber of Commerce. The night offered voters a chance to hear where each contender stands on major national and local issues. Four of...
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by Brad PerrySaint John’s Brunswick Square has experienced a lot of uncertainty in recent times, from growing vacancies to being put up for sale. Now, efforts are underway to revitalize and reimagine what was once a key destination for shopping, dining and business. The owners, Slate Office, have undergone a...
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by Tara ClowA new seniors centre for Moncton at 1010 St. George Boulevard.. The non-profit group that pushed for Project 1010 Seniors Centre will receive $1.1 million for capital costs to lease the space in the building. The agreement was approved by Moncton City Council on Tuesday night. Councillor Shawn...
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by Alex AllanA 32-year-old man from Sussex is facing charges after a shooting incident in the town. RCMP responded to a report of a firearm discharge at a home on Nelson Street last Thursday around 10:44 p.m. Police say the man allegedly fired several shots toward the homeowner, with another person also...
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by Alex AllanDichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT), a pesticide banned decades ago in Canada, is still causing problems in New Brunswick’s freshwater lakes. New research from Mount Allison University reveals its lasting impact on fish populations in the province. Led by Dr. Josh Kurek, associate professor at...
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The Antigonish Bulldogs are going for a three-peat. They’re back in the Don Johnson Cup, this time in New Brunswick. The Bulldogs had a tough loss to the Capstone Colts in the Nova Scotia league final last weekend. Because Newfoundland is not participating this year, an extra spot opened up for...
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by Tim DavidsonAn outbreak has been declared at one of Kenora long term care homes. Wiigwas Elder and Senior Care (formerly Birchwood Terrace) says there is a respiratory outbreak on the second floor. Visitation is not restricted, but administration is asking you to not visit if you are feeling ill or unwell....
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by Caitlin SnowNova Scotia’s libraries are still waiting to see if they will receive emergency funding from the province. Dave Ritcey, Minister of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage told reporters last week, the province is still considering the request from council for $1.6 million in additional...
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by Tim DavidsonThe SIJHL final shifts locations tonight for game three. The Kam River Fighting Walleye are hosting the Dryden GM Ice Dogs at the Norwest arena in Thunder Bay for the next two nights. The best-of-seven final is tied at one game apiece. The winner will get the SIJHL berth to the national...
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