The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says it’s analyzing offers from Canada Post, which is pushing for a speedy resolution to a possible strike on Friday.
A Canada Post spokesperson said it has rejected the union’s request for two weeks to consider the proposals, suggesting “further delay is in no one’s interest.”
A statement from the union representing about 55-thousand postal service workers said it will take time to review the offers carefully
The Pictou County District RCMP is continuing to investigate the 1985 fatal hit and run of 29-year old Anthony (Tony) Gerard Burke, and is appealing for anyone with information to come forward by releasing a video featuring his story.
On March 27, 1985, at approximately 9:48 p.m., Burke was killed when he was struck by a vehicle near 97 Wellington St. in Pictou. A passing motorist witnessed the incident and described a blue car, possibly an AMC Gremlin, as being involved. The driver of the vehicle left the scene and never returned. Police say they have reason to believe the car may still be somewhere in the province, and they’re retesting exhibits seized at the time using modern technology. Police also hope that releasing the video will prompt someone to come forward with information that answers outstanding questions about what happened to Tony.
This week, officers from across Pictou and Colchester Counties joined New Glasgow Regional Police at Glasgow Square to complete Crisis Intervention Team training. Officials say that training will strengthen the region’s capacity to respond with care and compassion.
Since 2021, the New Glasgow Regional Police have partnered with Nova Scotia Health Authority – Mental Health and Addictions through the Crisis Intervention Team program.
The program is designed to improve how police respond to mental health and crisis situations in the community. It provides front-line officers with enhanced training in de-escalation, communication, and connecting individuals to the right resources—supporting better outcomes for those in crisis.
The Town of New Glasgow is encouraging citizens to apply to serve on a number of its committees. They include the Accessibility Advisory Committee, Business Advisory Committee, Community Development Advisory Committee, and Forbes Lake Watershed Source Water Protection Committee. Applications are due on or before Friday, June 6, at 12 p.m.
The Public Health Mobile Unit is holding clinics in a number of communities this week to provide access to immunization and testing.
There’s a clinic being held at:
New Horizons Seniors Club
14 Kempt St., Pictou
Thursday, May 22 from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
