Gasoline prices and diesel prices both decreased overnight in Nova Scotia. Gasoline prices decreased by 6.0 cents per litre overnight, leaving the minimum pump price for regular self-serve gasoline at 169.9 cents per litre in the local area. Diesel prices decreased by 6.0 cents per litre, putting the minimum pump price for diesel at 169.7 cents per litre locally.
New Glasgow Regional Police say they have received reports regarding bear sightings in New Glasgow. They are sharing information and safety tips from the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables on bear sightings. If you spot a black bear on your property, do not . approach the bear — instead you should report the sighting. If you have items on your property that could be attracting bears, you should take appropriate and recommended action to remove or secure those items. Officials say you should talk to your neighbours about working together to eliminate bear attractants. You can call your local Department of Natural Resources and Renewables office. The after hours number to call is 1-800-565-2224.
The Town of New Glasgow is advising that the public hearing for the rezoning application has been cancelled for June 17th, due to the unavailability of land to be considered for the proposed new long-term care facility.
According to the latest poll by Narrative Research, the Progressive Conservatives in Nova Scotia maintain a strong lead in terms of voter support, despite declining levels of satisfaction with the provincial government’s performance.
The poll shows that 44% of Nova Scotians are satisfied, down from 52% in February. 48% are dissatisfied, up from 40%. The PCs continue to hold a strong lead in terms of support among decided voters. The PCs have 50% support among decided voters, compared with 49% in February. The Liberals have 23% support; the NDP 22%; and 3% support the Green Party.
The use of cellphones and other personal electronic devices won’t be allowed during classroom hours at public schools across Nova Scotia beginning this fall. Education Minister Becky Druhan announced a new provincewide directive yesterday, which will have students turn off their personal mobile devices and store them out of sight during instructional time. Elementary schools will require students to store their devices for the entire school day, but junior high and high schools will be permitted to have their own rules regarding phone use during lunch and other breaks.
