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Strathlorne Recycling Facility Closed on Febriuary 7
Posted 5 February 2026

Strathlorne Recycling Facility Closed on Febriuary 7

The Municipality of Inverness County says the Strathlorne Recycling Facility will be closed on Saturday, February 7. The apologize for any inconvenience this causes. The facility plans to reopen on Monday, February 9 at 7 a.m.

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Arrest in Riverview after prohibited firearm seized
Posted 5 February 2026

Arrest in Riverview after prohibited firearm seized

A 29‑year‑old man from Fundy Albert was arrested after the RCMP seized a loaded handgun in Riverview, and later found a prohibited firearm. Members of the Codiac Crime Reduction Unit Priority Offender team and the Integrated Enforcement Unit located a man wanted on an unendorsed warrant at a...

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New ‘review stream’ aims for faster housing approvals in Yarmouth
Posted 5 February 2026

New ‘review stream’ aims for faster housing approvals in Yarmouth

A new program will help the Town of Yarmouth approve housing projects, faster. The ‘Priority Review Stream for New Housing’ will bring together planning, engineering and building inspectors. Mayor Pam Mood says it’s great initiative for the town. “The end game is to get things done and get...

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Fredericton man gets 10 years for child exploitation offences
Posted 5 February 2026

Fredericton man gets 10 years for child exploitation offences

A 31-year-old Fredericton man was sentenced to 10 years in prison in connection with an investigation into child sexual abuse and exploitation material. Brady Matthew Worden appeared in Fredericton provincial court Tuesday for sentencing. He had been charged with two counts of transmission of...

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Police arrest three Halifax men for theft during traffic stop
Posted 5 February 2026

Police arrest three Halifax men for theft during traffic stop

Three Halifax men have been charged for theft and possession of stolen property after police pulled them over on highway 102. On the afternoon of February 2, an officer scanned a passing car’s license plate which showed the registered owner was suspended from driving. After stopping the car, the...

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Two-time N.S. Olympic snowboarder proud of journey while in Italy
Posted 5 February 2026

Two-time N.S. Olympic snowboarder proud of journey while in Italy

As Olympic events kick off in Milan, Italy, a Nova Scotia snowboarder is in the middle of it all. Liam Moffatt, from Truro, is one of five athletes from Nova Scotia competing at the 2026 winter games. In an interview with our newsroom Moffatt says the vibes are really great, compared to his...

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Public input needed for N.B. 2026 budget planning
Posted 5 February 2026

Public input needed for N.B. 2026 budget planning

New Brunswickers are being asked to help shape the next provincial budget as the government begins planning for 2026–27. Finance and Treasury Board Minister René Legacy said the consultation process is meant to keep the province on a sustainable financial path while responding to the needs...

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NB Power faces criticism in gas plant approval process
Posted 5 February 2026

NB Power faces criticism in gas plant approval process

A proposed gas plant in Tantramar continues to stir up controversy. This time, NB Power is facing criticism after what’s been described by interveners as a non-transparent, last-minute attempt to keep the plant approval afloat at the expense of fairness, due process and public accountability....

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N.B. directs $1.5M to 5 projects across key sectors
Posted 5 February 2026

N.B. directs $1.5M to 5 projects across key sectors

Five research projects in oceans, forestry, health and housing are receiving $1.5 million in provincial funding through ResearchNB. The funding is provided through the Priority Sector Development Fund, which is financed by the Department of Post‑Secondary Education, Training and Labour. The...

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Woman seriously injured after being hit by a truck; Halifax RCMP
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Posted 5 February 2026

Woman seriously injured after being hit by a truck; Halifax RCMP

A woman has serious injuries after being hit by a truck in Porters Lake. Halifax RCMP say the vehicle was travelling on West Porters Lake Road Tuesday night, and stuck the 27-year-old. She was taken to hospital by ambulance. The driver a 64-year-old man from Porters Lake was uninjured. RCMP say...

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