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Here is the latest update on the fires In Kings County, the Lake Paul wildfires are showing mixed progress. The smaller 0.9-hectare fire is now under control, but the 1.9-hectare blaze remains out of control. Air support included eight New Brunswick 802 planes dropping fire retardant, and two DNR helicopters continued ...

Here's the latest on the wildfire that broke out yesterday near Bayers Lake in Halifax. It's burning near Susies Lake and is estimated at 25 to 30 hectares. The fire is still considered out of control, but crews say they are making progress containing it. On the ground, 12 provincial Department of Natural Resources fir...

The Heat Warning continues today over most of Mainland Nova Scotia and Cape Breton today. Humidex values are expected to be reaching 37 degrees across most of Pictou County today. Environment Canada continues to advise that you take action to protect yourself and others, watch out for signs of heat illness, and stay h...

A heat warning is in effect for most of Nova Scotia and Cape Breton until Wednesday. Daytime highs are expected between 29 and 33 degrees, with humidex values reaching up to 39. Overnight lows will stay around 18 degrees. Environment Canada says the heat and humidity will be most intense through Tuesday, easing along t...

Gas increased while diesel prices decreased at the pumps last night in Nova Scotia. Regular Self-Serve Gasoline increased 1 cent/litre putting the minimum pump price at 147.8 cents per litre. Diesel decreased by 5.4 cents per litre, putting the minimum pump price at 148.8 cents per litre in the local area. New Glasgow...

Over 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants could go on strike as early as August 16th, after a strike vote saw nearly 100% support from union members. The Canadian Union of Public Employees says the result reflects deep frustration after months of stalled contract talks. The union says flight attendants are often expecte...

The Province announced yesterday afternoon that due to very dry conditions, wooded areas of Nova Scotia would be closed effective 4pm yesterday. No hiking, no camping in the woods, or use of vehicles or trail systems through the woods are permitted. Restrictions apply to both PRIVATE and PROVINCIAL CROWN LAND. Permits ...

Pictou County District RCMP is asking for the public's help in locating 43-year-old Michael Craig Clyburn of New Glasgow, who is wanted on a province-wide arrest warrant. Clyburn is facing multiple charges, including three counts of assault, unlawful confinement, two counts of theft, and breach of probation. He is desc...