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N.S. government failure has made affordability similar in Halifax and Toronto: NDP

N.S. government failure has made affordability similar in Halifax and Toronto: NDP

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia’s NDP says the provincial government's failure to address the cost of living has made affordability in Halifax comparable to that in Toronto, and the party is calling for urgent action.
New Brunswick to allow direct-to-consumer alcohol sales with some other provinces

New Brunswick to allow direct-to-consumer alcohol sales with some other provinces

FREDERICTON — The owner of a New Brunswick vodka distillery says he anticipates competition to get tougher as the provincial government pursues new rules to remove trade barriers with the rest of Canada.
Recent vandalism won't erase LGBTQ+ community in central Newfoundland: advocate

Recent vandalism won't erase LGBTQ+ community in central Newfoundland: advocate

ST. JOHN'S — The LGBTQ+ community in central Newfoundland is united and strong, despite recent vandalism appearing to target a rainbow crosswalk and Pride flag, a local advocate says.
Dermo disease confirmed in Quebec, P.E.I. oysters

Dermo disease confirmed in Quebec, P.E.I. oysters

Cases of a disease affecting oysters have been confirmed in Quebec and Prince Edward Island for the first time. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says dermo was detected in oyster samples from Chaleur Bay in Quebec and Egmont Bay, P.E.I.

Police investigating 'disturbing' vandalism of Pride crosswalk in rural Newfoundland

ST. JOHN'S — Police say someone has vandalized a Pride crosswalk in the rural Newfoundland community of Botwood.
Halifax man sentenced to life in prison for killing mother after dispute over video

Halifax man sentenced to life in prison for killing mother after dispute over video

HALIFAX — A 41-year-old Halifax man has been sentenced to life in prison for killing his mother after the two argued over the subtitles on a video she was watching.
Research on gene therapy for rare inherited disease reduces costly, regular treatment

Research on gene therapy for rare inherited disease reduces costly, regular treatment

HALIFAX — A researcher says an experimental gene therapy for a rare inherited disorder is saving almost as much money for the treatment of five patients as the study itself costs.
Memorial University gets advice from staff as it aims to cut spending by $20 million

Memorial University gets advice from staff as it aims to cut spending by $20 million

ST. JOHN'S — Students and staff at Newfoundland and Labrador's only university have offered the administration suggestions to reduce costs, increase revenue, and boost morale as the school looks to cut millions of dollars in spending.
Two Quebec provincial police officers arrested in alleged sexual assault

Two Quebec provincial police officers arrested in alleged sexual assault

MONTREAL — Quebec's police watchdog says it has arrested two provincial police officers for alleged sexual assault dating back to 2022.
Former Newfoundland and Labrador premier Andrew Furey steps down from legislature

Former Newfoundland and Labrador premier Andrew Furey steps down from legislature

ST. JOHN'S — Former Newfoundland and Labrador premier Andrew Furey has stepped down from his seat in the legislature.
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