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Ice Dogs open training camp today
Posted 29 August 2024

Ice Dogs open training camp today

Hockey season is just around the corner. The Dryden GM Ice Dogs open their training camp today at the Dryden Memorial Sports Center. Jake Gushue is the new GM and Head Coach and says he appreciates the support of the community and the hockey club. “You know something we wanted to make clear from...

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Volunteer Pool Community Centre the victim of vandalism
Posted 29 August 2024

Volunteer Pool Community Centre the victim of vandalism

The pool at Volunteer Pool Community Centre is temporarily closed for some unplanned work following an act of vandalism. On Wednesday evening, the glass of a large patio door was broken at the facility leaving shattered glass in and around the pool. “We are disheartened that our facility that...

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Popular social media ‘fire news’ provider in Halifax on hiatus
Posted 29 August 2024

Popular social media ‘fire news’ provider in Halifax on hiatus

After nearly a decade, one of the most followed on social media in Halifax, is stepping away. Halifax Fire News says in a post on X, although it has been a tremendously positive experience, they are tired and are taking a break from the keyboard. Fire News says at this time they are unsure if...

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Union: QEII staff ‘frustrated’ with parking, non-profit says options ‘going well’
Posted 29 August 2024

Union: QEII staff ‘frustrated’ with parking, non-profit says options ‘going well’

Thousands of staff members at the QEII in Halifax are now looking for new places to park their vehicle. As part of the hospital’s expansion of the Halifax Infirmary, the Robie Street parkade has been closed since Monday. It was shut down in preparation of its demolition, which is set to happen...

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More affordable housing coming to Antigonish
Posted 29 August 2024

More affordable housing coming to Antigonish

More housing developments in Antigonish. Seventeen affordable units will be added as part of phase two of the Appleseed Court project. The three buildings will be close to grocery stores and schools, construction is getting underway soon. All three levels of government are providing funding,...

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One person killed in collision near Dryden
Posted 29 August 2024

One person killed in collision near Dryden

One person is dead following an overnight collision near Dryden. The OPP say the accident took place around 2:00 this morning when a tractor-trailor unit collided with a passenger vehicle. Police, fire and emergency medical personnel responded. The driver of the passenger vehicle was pronounced...

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A section of Highway 17 closed near Dryden
Posted 29 August 2024

A section of Highway 17 closed near Dryden

One highway closure of note this morning. A portion Highway 17 just west of Dryden is closed to traffic. A collision took place around 1:00 this morning between the intersection of Highway 594 and Leach Road. That portion of the Trans-Canada has been closed ever since. Motorist can use Highway...

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Mariners open training camp in Yarmouth
Posted 29 August 2024

Mariners open training camp in Yarmouth

Hockey season is here again in Yarmouth. Thirty-seven players are in camp with the Junior A Mariners, aiming to make the September 13 opening night roster. Intersquad games are scheduled for this weekend. Head Coach and General Manager Laurie Barron says he’ll be putting the puzzle pieces...

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Water conservation order issued for St. Peter’s, Samsonville areas
Posted 29 August 2024

Water conservation order issued for St. Peter’s, Samsonville areas

You’re going to have to conserve water if you live in St. Peter’s, Samsonville or the surrounding area. The water utility issued a water conservation order to all its customers, according to a social media post from the Village of St. Peter’s. “Due to high water flows, hot weather and lack of...

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Community Foundation celebrates 20 years of giving
Posted 29 August 2024

Community Foundation celebrates 20 years of giving

The Kenora and Lake of the Woods Regional Community Foundation is celebrating 20 years of service to the community. A special gala was held Tuesday night at the Lake of the Woods Museum. More than 150 people attended. Lynn McAughey is the executive director, and they have raised millions of...

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