Both gas and diesel prices went down overnight. The price of regular gasoline decreased by 7.9 cents per litre, putting the minimum pump price for regular self-serve gasoline at $1.83 per litre in the local area. The price of diesel decreased by 2.5 cents per litre, leaving the minimum pump price for self-serve diesel at $2.68 per litre locally.
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The Nova Scotia government says there were fewer wildfires in the province this season compared to last year. The province says between March 15th and October 15th, crews responded to 114 wildfires that burned over 15 square kilometres. In 2025, there were about 150 wildfires that burned over 80 square kilometres of land. It says investments in aircraft, equipment and expertise helped wildfire crews respond quickly and reduce the area burned this year.
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Canadian diplomats have been instructed to avoid meetings and events involving candidates in the upcoming U-S midterm elections, amid accusations of Canadian political interference.
A Global Affairs Canada memo also warns diplomats against appearing in photographs or publicity alongside candidates, stressing the importance of remaining strictly non-partisan.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford reject American allegations, saying Canada’s response to U-S tariffs is about protecting Canadian interests.
Canada’s chief trade negotiator, Janice Charette, meanwhile says she does not expect the countries to return to tariff-free trade.
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In sports,
In the Maritime Junior Hockey League, the Crushers lost 5-2 to Edmundston last night. Tonight, the Crushers host Summerside at 7:00pm.
