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Cenovus fined $2.5 million for biggest oil spill in Newfoundland and Labrador history

Cenovus fined $2.5 million for biggest oil spill in Newfoundland and Labrador history

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — Cenovus Energy has been ordered to pay a $2.5-million fine for its role in the largest offshore oil spill ever recorded in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Nova Scotia pair face weapons charges after New Brunswick border search

Nova Scotia pair face weapons charges after New Brunswick border search

ST. STEPHEN, N.B. — Two Nova Scotians face numerous customs and criminal charges after officials found several prohibited firearms in a vehicle at an international border crossing in New Brunswick earlier this month.
Red gold: Climate change plays role as saffron cultivation comes to Nova Scotia

Red gold: Climate change plays role as saffron cultivation comes to Nova Scotia

When Matthew Roy moved from New Hampshire in 2020 to start a farm in southwestern Nova Scotia, one of the new crops he zeroed in on was saffron.
'Conscience is clear': N.B. tourism minister, deputy expense $22,500 for Euro trip

'Conscience is clear': N.B. tourism minister, deputy expense $22,500 for Euro trip

FREDERICTON — New Brunswick's tourism minister has remained defiant in the face of criticism from opposition members who have questioned the benefits of a weeklong trip to Europe that cost the province more than $22,500.
Nova Scotia elver fisher says early signs of improved enforcement of fishery

Nova Scotia elver fisher says early signs of improved enforcement of fishery

HALIFAX — A string of recent arrests for illegal fishing is an early sign the federal government has increased enforcement since it closed the baby eel fishery, says one Nova Scotia commercial fisher.
P.E.I. chef warns about scam video 'deepfake' advertisement circulating on Facebook

P.E.I. chef warns about scam video 'deepfake' advertisement circulating on Facebook

BAY FORTUNE, P.E.I. — A Prince Edward Island chef and TV host is warning people about a fake video advertisement that features him offering hundreds of dollars worth of cookware for free — in return for credit card details.
Two 14-year-olds charged with second-degree murder in Halifax teen's killing

Two 14-year-olds charged with second-degree murder in Halifax teen's killing

Halifax police have charged two 14-year-olds with second-degree murder following the death this week of 16-year-old Ahmad Maher Al Marrach.
N.L. minister seeks Criminal Code changes he says will protect domestic abuse victims

N.L. minister seeks Criminal Code changes he says will protect domestic abuse victims

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — Newfoundland and Labrador’s justice minister has asked his federal counterpart to make changes to the Criminal Code that he says will help protect victims of domestic and intimate partner violence.
Canadian health-care professionals urged to share climate disaster mitigation info

Canadian health-care professionals urged to share climate disaster mitigation info

HALIFAX — After last summer's heat waves, deadly floods and record-breaking wildfires, some scientists are urging Canadian health professionals to help their patients better prepare for climate change-related extreme weather and natural disasters.
Funeral held in Halifax-area mosque for 16-year-old homicide victim from Syria

Funeral held in Halifax-area mosque for 16-year-old homicide victim from Syria

HALIFAX — A Muslim funeral was held Wednesday for a 16-year-old Halifax boy who police say was the victim of a homicide.