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Robbery suspect apprehended by city police
Posted 30 August 2024

Robbery suspect apprehended by city police

City police have arrested a suspect following a robbery at knife point earlier this month. Officers were sent to a business on Red River Road on August 11, after receiving reports of the robbery. Upon arrival, they were told a man had entered the business brandishing a knife and demanded money...

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Man who fled West Bay Crash charged by RCMP
Posted 30 August 2024

Man who fled West Bay Crash charged by RCMP

A man has been charged with multiple offenses following a crash in West Bay that left a passenger injured. On August 17th, emergency responders were called to the scene of a single-vehicle accident near Riverside Road and Cenotaph Road in West Bay. The passenger was found trapped inside the...

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Hwy 102 partially open in Fall River after ‘serious’ collision: RCMP
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Posted 30 August 2024

Hwy 102 partially open in Fall River after ‘serious’ collision: RCMP

Be prepared for delays on Highway 102 in the Fall River area. RCMP say there is a serious collision at Highway 118. The highway was shut down completely. RCMP are on scene. More details to come…

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Health unit releases report on youth health in the district
Posted 30 August 2024

Health unit releases report on youth health in the district

The Northwestern Health Unit has gained some insight into the district’s grade 9-12 student’s health. Researchers at the University of Waterloo collected the data in partnership with schools across the region during the 2023/24 school year. The study measured health behaviours such as cannabis...

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N.B. man wins $675K during shopping trip
Posted 30 August 2024

N.B. man wins $675K during shopping trip

A shopping trip in downtown Fredericton has paid off for a New Brunswick man. Clifford Lavigne of Moncton uncovered a Set for Life top prize of $675,000. The former teacher of 30 years was in the province’s capital to visit his adult son. After visiting a comic book store, they went to a local...

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Bronze medal for N.B. athlete at Paralympics
Posted 30 August 2024

Bronze medal for N.B. athlete at Paralympics

A New Brunswick para-athlete has picked up a bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Alexandre Hayward of Quispamsis placed third in the 3000m individual pursuit for the C3 category. This year marks the first time that Hayward has competed at the Paralympics. Canada now has four bronze...

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Police investigation underway around Tamarack Place
Posted 30 August 2024

Police investigation underway around Tamarack Place

A visible police presence is expected around Tamarack Place. Officers were sent to the area Friday morning after receiving calls for assistance. An active investigation is ongoing and residents are asked to avoid the area. City police plans to provide updates when more information becomes...

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Charges laid following multiple vehicle thefts
Posted 30 August 2024

Charges laid following multiple vehicle thefts

A St. Catharines resident is facing multiple charges after multiple vehicle thefts. Over the last two weeks, city police have received reports of thefts from multiple businesses in Thunder Bay. On August 15, a Vickers Street business had its lockbox broken into leading to a customer’s vehicle...

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Bill McDougall named assistant coach for the Eagles
Posted 30 August 2024

Bill McDougall named assistant coach for the Eagles

A new assistant coach for the Cape Breton Eagles. In a news release, the Eagles says New Waterford’s Bill McDougall will fill the role. The 58-year-old has been acting as a special instructor for this year’s training camp at Centre 200. During his career, McDougall played for the Detroit Red...

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Thunder Bay: Closing dates announced for outdoor pools, beaches, and splash pads
Posted 30 August 2024

Thunder Bay: Closing dates announced for outdoor pools, beaches, and splash pads

With fall just around the corner, the city plans on closing its outdoor pools, beaches, and splash pads. Sandy Beach at Chippewa Park and the Main Beach at Boulevard Lake are closing for the season on Saturday. Widnall and Heath pools are being closed on Sunday. The Franklin Street Park and...

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