St. Thomas University professor dies following vehicle collision with moose
New Brunswick marijuana company commits $20K to fight opioid crisis
The Canada Gate: A ‘unique project’ to commemorate the Battle of Passchendaele
31-year-old New Brunswick man faces 19 charges in connection with Moncton home invasion
Two Halifax men plead guilty to assaulting accused killer Dennis Oland in N.B prison
Former NHL player Georges Laraque calls Penguins’ decision to visit White House ’embarrassing’
Halifax police officer charged with assault for arrest outside downtown bar
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The charge stems from an incident on April 27 outside the Cheers Bar and Grill on Grafton Street. Continue reading
Nova Scotia fall budget ups health spending by $6.2 million
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The increase in health spending represents a 0.15 per cent boost in the health care budget. Continue reading
6.0 magnitude quake strikes off coast of Japan, no tsunami risk
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.0 struck off northeastern Japan on Wednesday. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, and no risk of tsunami. Continue reading
Canadian warship arrives at hurricane-ravaged island to find ‘near total devastation’
The crew located several Canadian citizens on the island of Dominica. Continue reading
New American model confirms endangered right whales are declining
The agency said the analysis shows the probability the population has declined since 2010 is nearly 100 per cent. Continue reading
Otto Warmbier’s parents say he was ‘jerking violently,’ ‘howling’ upon return from North Korea
The parents of a young Ohioan who was detained in North Korea for more than a year and died soon after being released said Tuesday he was “jerking violently,” howling, and “staring blankly” when he returned home on a medical flight. Continue reading
Nova Scotia teen wins $5K prize for spearheading clean-up of contaminated river
Stella Bowles is the newest winner of the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, a prize that celebrates the efforts of young people from North America who “have made a significant positive difference to people and the environment.” Continue reading
Sitting parties prepare as countdown to New Brunswick election begins
With less than one year to go before the 2018 provincial election the parties occupying seats at the legislature are ramping up efforts to secure votes. Continue reading
Heart disease patients who quit their daily Aspirin are at risk of heart attack, stroke: study
After a heart attack or stroke, doctors often prescribe patients with a daily dose of Aspirin. Now a new study is warning that if heart disease patients abandon their therapy, they could be at risk of a subsequent heart attack or stroke. Continue reading
N.B. student says she was victim of transphobia at high school in Dieppe
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
The Grade 11 student, who attended Mathieu-Martin High School, says the bullying has been persistent for the past two school years. Continue reading
Happy ending for New Brunswick couple targeted by B.C. thieves
By Paula Baker Online Journalist
The young couple from Moncton, N.B, who had all their belongings stolen from a U-Haul in Abbotsford on Sept. 12. Continue reading
Martin Luther King Jr. took a knee in 1965. Here’s a history of the powerful pose.
A powerful photo of the civil rights leader has reemerged amidst the NFL #TakeAKnee controversy. Continue reading
Halifax-based sailor to face court martial in sexual assault of Armed Forces member
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
Master Seaman Daniel Cooper is charged with sexually assaulting a fellow Canadian Forces member. Continue reading
Stanley Cup champion Penguins accept White House invitation
The Penguins’ decision came on a day that President Trump’s criticisms of players who kneel during the national anthem sparked a mass increase in such protests around the National Football League. Continue reading
Rescue helicopter comes to aid of family in Puerto Rico after spotting ‘Help’ written on their roof
Dramatic footage shows a helicopter search and rescue team coming to the aid of a family in Puerto Rico after spotting the words “Help Me” written across their roof. Continue reading
North Korea moving airplanes to east coast after U.S. bomber display: South Korean spy agency
The reported movement comes after the U.S. dispatched B-1B bombers to the Korean peninsula over the weekend Continue reading
Canadian warship arrives at hurricane-ravaged island to find ‘near total devastation’
The crew located several Canadian citizens on the island of Dominica. Continue reading
Principal, athletic director step down after video shows sobbing cheerleaders forced to do the splits
The principal and athletic director of a Denver high school have stepped down after video emerged showing cheerleaders being pushed into splits by their coach during practice. Continue reading
Donald Trump has harsh words for Puerto Rico as it loses power and its hospitals crumble
By Jesse Ferreras National Online Journalist
“Much of the island was destroyed, with billions of dollars owed to Wall Street and the banks which, sadly, must be dealt with.” Continue reading
Vancouver flight bound for Chicago makes last-second move to avoid collision with glider
A United Airlines flight from Vancouver to Chicago on Sept. 25 nearly hit a glider while attempting to land, causing the Boeing 737 to make a dramatic manoeuvre to avoid a collision. Continue reading
St. Thomas University professor dies following vehicle collision with moose
STU confirmed the death Professor Brian Carty in a statement on their website on Tuesday. Continue reading
Mental health teams expanded in N.B. school system
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
The premier says 100 new mental health support staff will be hired to work as part of child and youth teams within every school in the province Continue reading
The Canada Gate: A ‘unique project’ to commemorate the Battle of Passchendaele
By Ross Lord Global National Atlantic Correspondent
n the heart of Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley, Al Simm turns pieces of recycled metal into ornate poppies. Continue reading
Halifax police officer charged with assault for arrest outside downtown bar
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The charge stems from an incident on April 27 outside the Cheers Bar and Grill on Grafton Street. Continue reading
New Brunswick marijuana company commits $20K to fight opioid crisis
Organigram have announced that they’ll partner with community groups working under the Alliance of New Brunswick AIDS organizations to provide funding for the purchase of 500 naloxone kits. Continue reading
Nova Scotia fall budget ups health spending by $6.2 million
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The increase in health spending represents a 0.15 per cent boost in the health care budget. Continue reading
31-year-old New Brunswick man faces 19 charges in connection with Moncton home invasion
Vincent Harland Mallory faces multiple charges including sexual assault with use of a firearm, two counts of robbery with a firearm, break and enter and two counts of disguise with intent. Continue reading
Canadian warship arrives at hurricane-ravaged island to find ‘near total devastation’
The crew located several Canadian citizens on the island of Dominica. Continue reading
Two Halifax men plead guilty to assaulting accused killer Dennis Oland in N.B prison
Convicted killer Cody Alexander Muise and Aaron Marriott, who was convicted in a 2008 drug shooting, attacked Oland at Atlantic Institution in Renous, N.B., on July 31 of last year. Continue reading
New American model confirms endangered right whales are declining
The agency said the analysis shows the probability the population has declined since 2010 is nearly 100 per cent. Continue reading
Nova Scotia teen wins $5K prize for spearheading clean-up of contaminated river
Stella Bowles is the newest winner of the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, a prize that celebrates the efforts of young people from North America who “have made a significant positive difference to people and the environment.” Continue reading
Sitting parties prepare as countdown to New Brunswick election begins
With less than one year to go before the 2018 provincial election the parties occupying seats at the legislature are ramping up efforts to secure votes. Continue reading
N.B. student says she was victim of transphobia at high school in Dieppe
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
The Grade 11 student, who attended Mathieu-Martin High School, says the bullying has been persistent for the past two school years. Continue reading
Happy ending for New Brunswick couple targeted by B.C. thieves
By Paula Baker Online Journalist
The young couple from Moncton, N.B, who had all their belongings stolen from a U-Haul in Abbotsford on Sept. 12. Continue reading
Halifax-based sailor to face court martial in sexual assault of Armed Forces member
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
Master Seaman Daniel Cooper is charged with sexually assaulting a fellow Canadian Forces member. Continue reading
Stanley Cup champion Penguins accept White House invitation
The Penguins’ decision came on a day that President Trump’s criticisms of players who kneel during the national anthem sparked a mass increase in such protests around the National Football League. Continue reading
Man charged with 2nd-degree murder in New Minas death investigation
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
Nikolas Derrick Salsman, 30, appeared in Kentville Provincial Court on Monday Continue reading
No charges against Cape Breton police officer in crash that led to driver losing 3 fingers
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
SiRT says the accident “appears to have been caused by the fact the driver of the car was impaired by alcohol.” Continue reading
Ikea readies its first East Coast store, touting it as Canada’s most sustainable
The store in the Dartmouth Crossing retail district is the size of four football fields. Continue reading
N.B. court to review decision to drop manslaughter charges against 2 police officers
The New Brunswick Court of Queen’s Bench will review the Bathurst provincial court decision involving two Bathurst officers. Continue reading
UN council to discuss report calling on Canada to address anti-black racism
The final report will be based on consultations with government officials and interest groups during an October 2016 mission to Ottawa, Toronto, Halifax and Montreal. Continue reading
2017 Worthington Challenge underway at CFB Gagetown
Armoured soldiers from across the world are taking part in the sixth annual Worthington Challenge at CFB Gagetown. Continue reading
Man steals car, crashes onto Halifax military base
By Natasha Pace Reporter
The owner of the vehicle was allegedly assaulted before the incident took place. Continue reading
Suspicious fire in Dartmouth displaces a dozen people
By Natasha Pace Reporter
The blaze broke out overnight on Pinecrest Drive. Continue reading
RCMP investigating fatal collision in East Chester, N.S.
By Natasha Pace Reporter
A man has died following a single-vehicle collision in East Chester, N.S. Continue reading
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