by Brad PerryNew Brunswick’s premier says she would like to see a “free-trade zone” among Atlantic provinces. Susan Holt said the idea was first raised during the last meeting of Atlantic Canadian premiers. “I’m calling on my peers in Atlantic Canada to join in to a full and open free-trade zone as one...
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by CJ GoaterThe federal government is investing a total of $9.3 million in 12 projects across the country. The projects are aimed at promoting Francophone minority communities, the recruitment and selection of French-speaking applicants, as well as the support of these applicants towards permanent...
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by Evan TaylorAn emu named Fluff is still on the run after escaping from its owner’s property on Beech Hill Road near Liverpool. The large flightless bird has been spotted multiple times along Highway 103, particularly near Exit 21. The owner, who confirmed the emu’s disappearance, says Fluff likely made his...
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by Caitlin SnowSmall businesses are feeling the impact of tariffs with confidence at an all-time low, according to the Canadian Federal of Independent Business (CFIB). CFIB says it crashed lower than it did at any time during the pandemic, 2008 financial crisis, or even 911. Chief Economist and vice-president...
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by Jacob MooreIt may soon be a lot cheaper to buy your first home. The government plans to scrap the federal tax on homes for first-time buyers. Any houses valued at $1 million or less will qualify, which could save people thousands of dollars, according to a news release. Prime Minister Mark Carney says he’s...
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by Jacob MooreTwo Halifax police officers did not act with excessive force when a man was injured during an arrest in Dartmouth, according to the Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT). During the night of Sept. 17, two officers were called to a business on Windmill Road when the alarm started going off. One...
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There is change in both directions at Nova Scotia fuel pumps on Friday. Self-serve regular gas saw an increase of nearly 5 cents a litre at midnight to a minimum of $1.60. Diesel is down a little – it fell by about one cent to around $1.80.
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A big chunk of the island is going to get a good soaking. Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for Sydney Metro and Cape Breton County, Richmond County, and Victoria County. Between 25 and 40 mm is expected Friday evening and overnight. The forecaster advises that localized flooding...
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by Brad PerryThere is an increased police presence on Government Road in Dryden at this hour. Ontario Provincial Police say it is due to an ongoing investigation. “Please avoid the area,” police said in a social media post shortly after 1 a.m. Friday. No other details have been released. ADVISORY:...
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by Brad PerryA new initiative aims to increase police visibility and enforcement activity in uptown Saint John. Four officers from the Saint John Police Force now make up the force’s Quick Reaction Team. Chief Robert Bruce said their focus will be on the uptown business district and Waterloo Village area....
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