Gas and diesel prices both saw significant drops overnight in Nova Scotia. Gas prices went down by 7.9 cents per litre putting the minimum pump price for regular self-serve gasoline at 136.3 cents per litre in the local area. Diesel prices decreased by 8.5 cents per litre, meaning the minimum pump price for diesel is 142.2 cents per litre locally.
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Antigonish County District RCMP is investigating the theft of a large bell March 31st from a church in Ballantyne’s Cove on Highway 337. Information gathered by police in their investigation led officers to believe that items stolen from a nearby property had been used in the theft at the church. On April 4, police learned that the missing bell was located in Pictou County. Thanks to the social media posts and the attention surrounding the theft, an individual received information about where the bell could be found, leading to its safe recovery and return to the church.
The investigation is ongoing.
The provincial Public Works minister has written to municipalities indicating he wants to move more swiftly to bring in a law that might allow cameras to monitor speeding. Fred Tilley wrote to municipalities on March 25th saying that enacting the long-delayed Traffic Safety Act — which originally passed in 2018 — could take years to bring into law, and he’s considering ways to streamline the process. Some city councillors in Halifax have been pushing for the act to pass so that the municipality could use photo radar — rather than police officers — to catch speeders.
Nova Scotia’s government says it is investing in training and apprenticeship programs to attract more skilled trades workers. The province says it will be helping Nova Scotians connect to skilled trades, with a new 10-million dollar investment for the construction sector. The investment hinges on steps that include expanding the enhanced direct-entry apprenticeship programs and supporting career transitions. An industry-led steering committee has been appointed to manage the project’s details to encourage collaboration.
The Nova Scotia government is expanding its lung screening program. The program is expanding to Antigonish and Guysborough counties, and Cape Breton, to help people at risk for lung cancer detect possible symptoms sooner and stay closer to home. Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson says all eligible Nova Scotians should reach out for a check-up.
