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Clearwater Seafoods to close lobster processing in Lockeport
Posted 27 February 2025

Clearwater Seafoods to close lobster processing in Lockeport

Clearwater Seafoods is closing its lobster processing department in Lockeport, a move that local officials say will have a major impact on workers and the community. In a statement, Mayor Derek Amalfa and Council said they are deeply disappointed by the decision, calling Clearwater a long-time...

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Lunenburg County launches plans for 55+ Games
Posted 27 February 2025

Lunenburg County launches plans for 55+ Games

The Nova Scotia 55+ Games have officially launched, with events set to take place across Lunenburg County from September 21 to 24, 2025. The launch event unveiled the official logo and website, which will provide information on volunteer opportunities, event locations, and accommodations for...

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SiRT clears Halifax police officer after womans retina tore during arrest
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Posted 27 February 2025

SiRT clears Halifax police officer after womans retina tore during arrest

A Halifax police officer has been cleared of wrongdoing by the province’s police watch dog after a woman’s eye was damaged during an arrest. The Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) says an officer did not use excessive force during the incident. It was in August when police were called to a...

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Human remains found in 2024 identified as murdered Halifax teen
Posted 27 February 2025

Human remains found in 2024 identified as murdered Halifax teen

Human remains that were found in the fall have been positively identified as Devon Marsman. The 16-year-old went missing in Spryfield in February 2022. In June of that year, police started treating the investigation as a suspicious disappearance. The case was added to the province’s Major Crimes...

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Heavy rainfall expected in Nova Scotia, raising flooding concerns
Posted 27 February 2025

Heavy rainfall expected in Nova Scotia, raising flooding concerns

Environment Canada has issued special weather statements along Nova Scotia’s Atlantic coast, warning of significant rainfall beginning this afternoon and continuing into Friday morning. Forecasters expect 25 to 50 millimetres of rain, with higher amounts possible in some areas. Poor drainage...

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Province announces rebates to label local goods
Posted 27 February 2025

Province announces rebates to label local goods

Businesses will soon have a rebate to help them label locally made goods. The funding is part of the Nova Scotia Loyal program, which encourages people to buy locally made goods and shop at local businesses. The rebate would cover up to 70 per cent of the cost of labelling the products, with a...

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OPP investigate theft, arson near Ptarmigan Bay
Posted 27 February 2025

OPP investigate theft, arson near Ptarmigan Bay

The Kenora OPP are investigating a break-in, arson and theft near Ptarmigan Bay on Lake of the Woods. Police say a storage shed was burned down sometime overnight between Feb. 13 and 14. Around $20,000 words of construction tools and equipment were stolen or destroyed, according to...

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Visitor passes now required at Halifax Infirmary ER to beef up security
Posted 27 February 2025

Visitor passes now required at Halifax Infirmary ER to beef up security

More measures are now in place to beef up security at the QEII’s Halifax Infirmary emergency department. Effective Thursday, a new visitor pass system is in place. Nova Scotia Health says this is what you need to know: All visitors will be issued a wearable badge upon entry Security will also...

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New poll shows Liberals in the lead if Carney is selected as leader
Posted 27 February 2025

New poll shows Liberals in the lead if Carney is selected as leader

A new Leger poll shows the federal Conservatives leading with 38 percent support, while the Liberals sit at 35 percent, a two-point increase from last week. Conservative support declined three points over the same period. The survey also tested hypothetical leadership scenarios. If former Bank...

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Heavy snowfall expected for most of Northwestern Ontario
Posted 27 February 2025

Heavy snowfall expected for most of Northwestern Ontario

Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for northwestern Ontario, with heavy snow expected from Thursday evening into Friday morning. Total snowfall is forecast to reach 15 centimeters, with some areas—particularly near Thunder Bay and higher terrain—seeing up to 25 centimeters....

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