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Region of Queens dismisses Municipal Clerk Pam Lovelace
Posted 10 March 2025

Region of Queens dismisses Municipal Clerk Pam Lovelace

The Region of Queens has dismissed municipal clerk Pam Lovelace, just three months after she was hired, marking another senior staff change since the municipal election in October. Interim CAO Dan McDougall would not comment on the dismissal, calling it a personnel matter, but said the...

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Fort Frances mayor reacts to trade dispute
Posted 10 March 2025

Fort Frances mayor reacts to trade dispute

The mayor of Fort Frances is hoping the trade war between Canada and the United States does not impact relations between the town and International Falls. The two communities share a common border and have enjoyed relations for over 120 years. Andrew Hallikas says they have been good neighbours....

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Lunenburg monitoring tariff impacts, no municipal policy changes made
Posted 10 March 2025

Lunenburg monitoring tariff impacts, no municipal policy changes made

Lunenburg is closely watching the impact of tariffs on its local economy but has not introduced any municipal policy changes in response. Mayor Jamie Myra says the town is focused on supporting businesses and maintaining economic stability. “Tourism is a significant part of our local economy,...

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Thunder Bay looking for more feedback on city council operations
Posted 10 March 2025

Thunder Bay looking for more feedback on city council operations

Thunder Bay is looking for more feedback on city council’s meeting structure and committees. Currently, council uses the Committee of the Whole system to receive reports, debate topics, and make preliminary decisions for the city. Those decisions are then confirmed by city council....

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Halifax dance group to represent N.S. on Canada’s Got Talent
Posted 10 March 2025

Halifax dance group to represent N.S. on Canada’s Got Talent

It’s a really exciting time for a local dance group who is about to make their debut representing Nova Scotia on the national stage. Alyssa Thomas from Studio 26 Dance Company, flew with 75 dancers to Toronto in the fall to audition for Canada’s Got Talent. They are the only act this year from...

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Flair’s Saint John-to-Toronto route returns earlier this year
Posted 10 March 2025

Flair’s Saint John-to-Toronto route returns earlier this year

Flair Airlines is gearing up for the return of its flights between Saint John and Toronto Pearson. The ultra-low cost carrier is scheduled to launch its 2025 seasonal route on April 25. Officials at the Saint John Airport (YSJ) said it is a bit earlier than they were initially expecting. Lori...

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Poli-Sci prof expects election call sooner than later
Posted 10 March 2025

Poli-Sci prof expects election call sooner than later

Now that Mark Carney has been named the Leader of the Liberal party, what’s next? He remains the Prime Minister designate until officially being sworn in by the Governor General.. UPEI Political Science Professor Don Desserud expects he won’t wait for an October election, “There’s a lot of...

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3 lanes at the MacKay Bridge when tolls taken down
Posted 10 March 2025

3 lanes at the MacKay Bridge when tolls taken down

We are learning more about how it will look when toll booths come down on the MacKay Bridge. According to Halifax Harbour Bridges, traffic should run smooth with a three-lane configuration. Spokesperson Stephen Proctor tells our newsroom; to get there, construction will start soon with traffic...

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N.S. to N.B. power lines could boost green energy trade, says minister
Posted 10 March 2025

N.S. to N.B. power lines could boost green energy trade, says minister

New transmission lines between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick could boost both power grids. The high voltage line, called the Reliability Intertie, will run alongside power lines from Onslow, N.S., to Salisbury, N.B. Energy Minister Trevor Boudreau says will help the green energy sector. Nova...

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Atlantic Canada’s 25 most powerful businesswomen include several from N.B.
Posted 10 March 2025

Atlantic Canada’s 25 most powerful businesswomen include several from N.B.

Atlantic Business Magazine is out with its fifth annual list of Atlantic Canada’s 25 Most Powerful Women in Business. The annual list is meant to celebrate businesswomen of influence who live and work in Atlantic Canada. Nearly half of the winners on this year’s list come from New Brunswick,...

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