by Randy ThomsTax cuts, housing and U.S. relations highlighted the first full day of campaigning in the federal election. Liberal leader Mark Carney used a stop in Gander to talk about Canada-U.S. relations. He highlighted Gander’s response during the 9-11 terrorist attacks as an example of how Canada has...
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by Caitlin SnowThe New Brunswick SPCA says 41 dogs have been rescued after living in extremely unsanitary conditions. This includes 25 adults and 16 puppies from just one location, Thursday. The NBSPCA says they have all received urgent medical care and will remain in foster homes while they recover and...
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by Evan TaylorRCMP are investigating the theft of three metal plaques from two separate locations in Pictou County. Officers first responded on March 20 to a report that a large brass plaque had been stolen from a building on Haliburton Road during the overnight hours. A few days later, on March 23, police...
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by NewsA man from Moncton is facing child pornography charges. The investigation into the 27-year-old began over two years ago, and last August he was arrested after a search of a residence on McKenzie Avenue. Several electronic devices were seized, according to New Brunswick RCMP. The man was released...
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How can you cast your ballot in the upcoming federal election? You can vote at your assigned polling station on April 28, or on advanced polling days over the Easter long-weekend. The country’s Chief Electoral Officer Stephane Perrault says they’re ready to deliver a secure and stable election....
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by CJ GoaterThe Invasive Species Centre (ISC) is launching a new initiative with the help of the National Tree Seed Centre, Forest Gene Conservation Association, and the Ontario Forestry Research Institute. The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks is helping fund the three-year initiative. The...
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by Jacob MooreHalifax firefighters are on the scene of an oil spill in Fletchers Lake. The hazardous materials spill trailer and hazmat technicians are responding to the situation, according to a social media post from the Halifax Professional Fire Fighters union. They ask the public should avoid the area as...
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The Western Hurricanes have advanced to provincials. The U15 Major team defeated The Novas 3-0 on Sunday morning at Mariners Centre. Western took the best-of-three series 2-1. The Novas forced the deciding game with an overtime victory Saturday night, also in Yarmouth. The Hurricanes feature...
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by Tim DavidsonThe OPP and the Treaty Three Police Service are investigating a sudden death on the Onigaming First Nation. Police were called out around 9:00 this past Thursday night to a residence on Onigaming Road. One person was located and pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators don’t believe there is...
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by Caitlin SnowIf you are planning on heading across the pond this summer, WestJet has announced a new direct flight from Halifax to Barcelona. The route will operate four times a week starting the end of June. WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, John Weatherill says, the route is...
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