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Improved multi-purpose field coming to east Saint John
Posted 24 March 2025

Improved multi-purpose field coming to east Saint John

Fundraising is set to begin soon for a new multi-purpose field on Saint John’s east side. The $4.5-million project at Simonds High School will see the grass field replaced with artificial turf. Peter Woytiuk is the board chair of Simonds Community Turf Field Ltd., the community group behind the...

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Province to host 2nd Rebuilding HOPE Conference
Posted 24 March 2025

Province to host 2nd Rebuilding HOPE Conference

Nova Scotians will soon gather to share experiences and help shape the future of disability support services in our province. The second Rebuilding HOPE conference will involve people with disabilities, their families, service providers and government officials. It supports the transformation of...

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Cost of living tops voter concerns ahead of federal election, poll shows
Posted 24 March 2025

Cost of living tops voter concerns ahead of federal election, poll shows

As a federal election call nears, Canadians appear to be shifting how they decide who to vote for—and what issues matter most. A new poll by Narrative Research and the Logit Group finds cost of living is the top concern across the country, followed by the U.S. trade war and tariffs. Healthcare,...

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Spring storm could bring heavy snow to southern N.B.
Posted 23 March 2025

Spring storm could bring heavy snow to southern N.B.

Spring may have officially arrived last week, but you will want to keep your shovel and snow brush handy. Environment Canada says “rapidly accumulating snowfall” is likely Monday night into Tuesday morning. The weather agency has issued a special weather statement for the southern half of New...

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Highway 17 fully closed in Vermilion Bay
Posted 23 March 2025

Highway 17 fully closed in Vermilion Bay

Highway 17 has been closed in Vermilion Bay. The Ministry of Transportation says a collision has shut down both lanes of traffic near Myer’s Road and the Kinsman Beach. There has been no indication how long the Trans-Canada will be closed, and the cause of the crash. Roads in the area are listed...

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Snap federal election campaign underway
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Posted 23 March 2025

Snap federal election campaign underway

Millions of Canadians will be heading to the polls on April 28 for a snap federal election. Prime Minister Mark Carney met with the governor general on Sunday and asked her to dissolve Parliament. It is just one day before MPs were scheduled to return to Ottawa after Parliament was prorogued in...

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SIJHL playoffs begin over the weekend
Posted 23 March 2025

SIJHL playoffs begin over the weekend

The Kam River Fighting Walleye have taken a 2-nothing lead in their first-round playoff series against the Ironwood Lumberjacks The Walleye won both games at home this weekend by scores of 5-1 and 6-2. The other two series are tied at one game apiece. The Red Lake Miners evened the series with...

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Tolls on PEI’s bridge and ferry could soon be removed
Posted 22 March 2025

Tolls on PEI’s bridge and ferry could soon be removed

PEI Premier Rob Lantz has announced a verbal commitment from Prime Minister Mark Carney to eliminate tolls on two major transportation routes: the Confederation Bridge and the Wood Islands Ferry. This development comes after recent meetings between Lantz and federal officials, including Carney,...

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Saint Andrews courthouse likely to be handed over to local non-profit
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Posted 22 March 2025

Saint Andrews courthouse likely to be handed over to local non-profit

The council in Saint Andrews has agreed in principle to hand the courthouse over to a non-profit organization. It has been a source of discussion for the municipal council given that the property needs significant work, including removing the lead paint from the exterior of the building, which...

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HRM launches online tool to guide burn restrictions
Posted 21 March 2025

HRM launches online tool to guide burn restrictions

HRM has a new online tool to provide residents and visitors with up-to-date information on whether burning is allowed or not. Before starting an open fire, the city asks that you check Before You Burn, first to make sure you comply with regulations. What can you check? No more guesswork – this...

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