Category Archives: News
RCMP Investigate Aggravated Assault In Wedgeport
Yarmouth RCMP are investigating a serious assault that took place in Wedgeport. At around 9:55 last Friday, police were called to a home in Wedgeport and found a man with serious injuries. They were t...
Apr 19, 2021
‘You Are Not Alone’: N.S. Shooting Victims Remembered
The victims of last April’s mass shooting in Nova Scotia were remembered this weekend. A memorial service was held at a Truro church Sunday to mark the one-year anniversary. A few dozen people g...
Apr 19, 2021
Seven new COVID-19 cases and 22 variant cases detected
Seven new cases of COVID-19. Three Eastern Zone cases are related to travel outside of Atlantic Canada. Four cases are in the Central Zone. Two are close contacts of previously reported cases, one is ...
Apr 18, 2021
RCMP issue statement 1-year after shooting
The RCMP have issued a statement on the one-year anniversary of Nova Scotia's mass casualty. The force has faced criticism for its response to the shootings, in particular, for not issuing an emergenc...
Apr 18, 2021
Nova Scotia reports 8 new COVID-19 cases; long-term care staff member tests positive
Nova Scotia is reporting eight new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday. Five cases are in Eastern Zone. Three of them are related to travel outside of Atlantic Canada, one is related to international travel...
Apr 17, 2021
Funeral Held For Prince Philip
Prince Philip will be laid to rest today at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. The funeral for the Duke of Edinburgh is starting at 3:00 PM British Standard Time, 9:00 AM Central Time, 10:00...
Apr 17, 2021
Free counselling phone line re-opens as shooting anniversary nears
A confidential, toll-free line is now open to help anyone in need of emotional support as they reflect on the April 2020 tragedy that began in Portapique, Colchester Co. People can call the free suppo...
Apr 17, 2021
Still Time To File Income Taxes
The income tax deadline is approaching fast. Canada Revenue Agency spokesperson Paul Murphy reminds you the deadline is April 30th this year, and filing late could impact any benefits you receive. ...
Apr 17, 2021
Local Runners To Commemorate Last Year's Shooting
A local running group will be lacing up to commemorate the 23 people who lost their lives in last April's shooting. The Four Shoe Runners will be holding a run on Sunday, a virtual one, that is part o...
Apr 16, 2021
Forest Fire In Clyde River
A forest fire in the Clyde River area is being attended to by the Department of Lands and Forestry. It has been dubbed the Goose Lake Fire. Crews are working at putting out the hotspots. The fire is c...
Apr 16, 2021
