Atlantic News

Team Gushue adds Bottcher at second as replacement for Harnden

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — Team Gushue is adding Brendan Bottcher at second as a replacement for E.J. Harnden. The St. John's, N.L.-based team made the announcement via a post on social media.

Oct 15, 2024 9:04 AM Read more >

Nova Scotia-Prince Edward Island ferry service: MV Saaremaa 1 out for rest of season

HALIFAX — A ferry company that operates the route between Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island says one of its ships will be out of commission until the end of the season.

Oct 15, 2024 8:53 AM Read more >

Son charged with second-degree murder in death of 71-year-old woman in Halifax

HALIFAX — Halifax police have charged a 41-year-old man in the death of his mother. Police say Jonathan William Pinsky will appear in court Tuesday charged with second-degree murder.

Oct 14, 2024 11:38 AM Read more >

Twenty years after fatal Halifax cargo jet crash, safety improvements lag

HALIFAX — The deadly crash of an MK Airlines cargo plane in Halifax on Oct. 14, 2004, heightened concerns about crew fatigue and inadequate training, but 20 years later, key safety improvements have yet to be made.

Oct 14, 2024 4:00 AM Read more >

Nova Scotia Power crew on the ground assisting with power restoration in Tampa

Power line technicians from Nova Scotia are on the ground in Tampa, Florida, assisting in power restoration after Hurricanes Helene and Milton barreled across the state, leaving extensive damage and millions in the dark.

Oct 13, 2024 6:05 PM Read more >

QMJHL roundup: Huggan helps Titan rally to tip Tigres 3-2 in OT

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Oct 13, 2024 4:42 PM Read more >

Canada's Olivia Smith scores historic goal for Liverpool women at storied Anfield

LIVERPOOL — Canadian international Olivia Smith made history in a losing cause Sunday, scoring the first-ever goal for the Liverpool women at storied Anfield. The 20-year-old from Whitby, Ont.

Oct 13, 2024 11:18 AM Read more >

Outgoing mayor of Halifax appointed new lieutenant-governor of Nova Scotia

HALIFAX — Halifax Mayor Mike Savage has been appointed the new lieutenant-governor of Nova Scotia.

Oct 13, 2024 10:02 AM Read more >

How gloves belonging to Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe wound up in Newfoundland

POINT LEAMINGTON, N.L. — A five-hour drive from St. John's, N.L., and well off the beaten path, Point Leamington seems an unlikely spot for a one-of-a-kind tourist attraction.

Oct 13, 2024 5:46 AM Read more >

New Brunswick election: Progressive Conservatives release platform to voters

FREDERICTON — New Brunswick’s Progressive Conservative Party released its entire platform to voters Saturday evening before election day on Oct. 21.

Oct 12, 2024 3:57 PM Read more >