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(NB-Energy)
New Brunswick Power says it will begin in-person public engagements this week, as part of a comprehensive review of the utility.
It says the first session is in Moncton today followed by two in Saint John tomorrow and one in Fredericton on Friday.
The government says there are engagements also being planned for Miramichi, Caraquet, Bathurst and Edmundston.
Premier Susan Holt had ordered an independent audit of the utility following customer outrage over recent power bills.
(The Canadian Press)
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(NB-Sudden Death)
Police are investigating a sudden death at a residence in downtown Fredericton.
Investigators say a 42-year-old female was located at the scene along with an adult male, who was transported to hospital with undisclosed injuries.
The New Brunswick Coroner’s Office is probing both the cause and circumstances of the death.
(The Canadian Press)
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(NB-Atlantic-Defence)
Over 30 firms from Atlantic Canada’s defence sector are in London this week to take part in one of the world’s largest defence industry events.
Led by the Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defence Association, the delegation is among the largest in the Canadian pavilion at the Defence and Security Equipment International 2025.
The firms are showcasing capabilities to international defence contractors and looking to build new partnerships and expand export opportunities.
(The Canadian Press)
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Senior officials in Nova Scotia are defending the government’s tendering of contracts without a competitive bidding process.
The comments on the so-called alternative procurement for goods and services happened before a legislative committee today.
Service Nova Scotia deputy minister Joanne Munro says alternative procurement is a legitimate and necessary tool used by governments across Canada.
Munro says alternative procurement methods, such as sole-source contracts, allow governments to respond quickly in urgent and specialized circumstances.
(The Canadian Press)
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(NS-RSV-Protection)
Nova Scotia is expanding respiratory syncytial virus (R-S-V) protection for infants and older residents.
Infants under eight months and adults 75-years and older will have access to free protection against R-S-V and can start booking vaccinations as of today through pharmacies and public health.
The first appointments will happen on Monday, with primary care providers offering the vaccine in November.
The program for infants under eight months will be offered every year during the R-S-V season, which typically begins in late fall and lasts until spring.
(The Canadian Press)
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(NL-Corner-Brook-Extension)
Newfoundland and Labrador has agreed with Corner Brook Pulp and Paper to purchase excess green energy from the company’s Deer Lake Power assets.
The extension — until March 2026 — gives Hydro the flexibility to draw upon energy generated from the mill’s existing power generation facilities when needed, particularly during winter months.
In turn, the mill will continue efforts to identify new revenue sources from viable wood-based projects to unlock Newfoundland and Labrador’s forest potential while further stabilizing the mill’s sustainability.
(The Canadian Press)
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(NL-Childcare-Expansion)
Newfoundland and Labrador is increasing access to child care in Labrador West.
The Lil Snowflakes child care centre now has a total of 86 spaces after 55 new early learning and child care spaces were recently added.
Five early learning and child care projects are in development in Labrador, which are expected to create 68 new affordable spaces operating at 10 dollars -a-day.
It adds to the 11-thousand spaces already operating across the province.
(The Canadian Press)
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(Atlantic Update by The Canadian Press)
