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Franklin Street fire leaves home with damage
Posted 3 February 2025

Franklin Street fire leaves home with damage

A home on Franklin Street suffered damages in an early morning fire. Fire rescue was sent to the scene around 6:50 a.m. on Monday. One of the home’s residents was able to let crews know where the fire was when they arrived. Firefighters entered the smoke-filled home and put out the fire. A...

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Teen arrested after alleged sexual assault at trampoline park: police
Posted 3 February 2025

Teen arrested after alleged sexual assault at trampoline park: police

A 16-year-old boy has been arrested after a four-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted at a Saint John trampoline park. City police officers responded to reports of a fight at the business, located on the city’s east side, at around 1 p.m. on Sunday. “A female witness heard children...

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Lunenburg to host public input meetings on new daycare facility and proposed development
Posted 3 February 2025

Lunenburg to host public input meetings on new daycare facility and proposed development

The Town of Lunenburg is holding public hearings to gather public input on two proposals—a municipal lease for a daycare facility and new developments in the Heritage Conservation District. The first hearing concerns a proposal to lease town-owned property to the Lunenburg Daycare Centre at...

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Former Thunder Bay police chief still awaiting trial date
Posted 3 February 2025

Former Thunder Bay police chief still awaiting trial date

The case of a former chief of police in Thunder Bay was briefly back in court. Sylvie Hauth is facing charges stemming from a widespread investigation into misconduct claims within the police force. The goal of the Monday morning appearance was to try and set a date for the trial but that did...

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New hospital for Kenora could be a decade away
Posted 3 February 2025

New hospital for Kenora could be a decade away

It could be 7 to 10 years before a new hospital is up and running in Kenora. Property has been purchased, but the province still has to give the go ahead for Phase 2 of the project. Cheryl O’Flaherty is CEO and President of Lake of the Woods District Hospital and sits on the All-Nations Hospital...

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One person injured in encampment fire in Freedom Park
Posted 3 February 2025

One person injured in encampment fire in Freedom Park

One person was treated for injuries in an encampment fire in Freedom Park. Fire recuse was sent to the scene around 5:00 a.m. on Monday. Firefighters were able to quickly put the flames out but not before they consumed a tent. One person was sent to a hospital for treatment. Police attended the...

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3 men from Digby County facing threats charges
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Posted 3 February 2025

3 men from Digby County facing threats charges

Three men from Digby County are charged with making threats. Last Thursday in Saulnierville, RCMP say two men entered a home and threatened violence toward another man. On Sunday, Meteghan RCMP with help from an emergency response team and the Yarmouth Town RCMP arrested a 32-year-old from...

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Thunder Bay MP calls Trump tariffs ‘BS’
Posted 3 February 2025

Thunder Bay MP calls Trump tariffs ‘BS’

An Ontario MP is calling Trump’s tariffs total “BS.” Marcus Powlowski, member for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, says the reason for the tariff makes no sense, according to a social media post. The U.S. President previously said Canada needs to stop people and fentanyl from illegally crossing the...

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Woman killed in southeastern N.B. crash
Posted 3 February 2025

Woman killed in southeastern N.B. crash

One person has died after a two-vehicle crash in southeastern New Brunswick, according to police. First responders were called to the scene on Route 11 in Cocagne shortly before 11 p.m. Saturday. Investigators believe a vehicle travelling southbound crossed the centre line and hit a northbound...

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N.S. family going for another win on Family Feud Canada
Posted 3 February 2025

N.S. family going for another win on Family Feud Canada

A Nova Scotia family will be at it again on a popular game show Monday night! The Baillie’s from Trenton, Pictou County already snagged $10,000 on Family Feud Canada last week after winning the final round called Fast Money. To help cheer them on, the Trenton Legion hosted a viewing party and...

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