Missing Point Aconi Woman

Written by Bobby Nock. Posted in Local News

Regional Police are asking for tips from the public in the search for a missing Point Aconi Woman.

 Police say Gloria Jean Gerrow was last seen at her home in Point Aconi at 3:00, yesterday afternoon.

 They add her family called police shortly before 6:00 yesterday evening when they couldn’t find her.

She’s described as about 5 feet, 10 inches tall with dark hair and a slim build.

She was last seen wearing Black Shoes, a Black top and pants.

Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the Regional Police general number at 563-5151.

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22-Year-Old Man Dead After Car Crash

Written by Bobby Nock. Posted in Local News

A 22-year-old man is dead after a car crash on Kempt Head Rd in Victoria County yesterday afternoon.

A 24-year-old man driving the car was arrested on the scene and charges are pending.

Baddeck RCMP say there were four people in the Toyota Corolla at around 430.

RCMP go on to say a 27-year-old man and 22-year-old man were taken to the Regional Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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ATV Crash Leaves 15 Year Old With Serious Injuries

Written by Bobby Nock. Posted in Local News

RCMP say a 15-year-old girl was airlifted to Halifax with serious injuries after an ATV crash yesterday in Victoria County.

RCMP say they and the Bras d’Or Volunteer Fire Department and EHS went to the crash scene on New Campbelton Rd after 3:30 pm.

They go on to say two girls and a boy were riding an ATV when it rolled over.

A 16-year-old girl as a passenger had minor injuries while a 15-year-old boy was not hurt.

RCMP add the ATV was taken and the investigation is ongoing.

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Gas and Diesel Down

Written by Bobby Nock. Posted in Local News

The price of gas went down by more than forecast, overnight.

Gas dropped by 1.4 cents a litre and now costs a minimum of $1.08.3 in Cape Breton.

Diesel also went down by 1.4 cents and now goes for a minimum of $100.7 on the Island.

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Road Work on George Street and Kenwood Drive, Today

Written by Bobby Nock. Posted in Local News

The Regional Municipality says drivers can expect more disruptions as water main upgrades continue on George Street in Sydney, today.

Starting at 7:00 this morning, inbound traffic will be reduced to one lane between Townsend Street and Carquest Auto Parts.

This afternoon, inbound traffic will be reduced to one a lane from Glenwood Street to Townsend Street with traffic detoured through Glenwood Street.

The work will continue until 5:30, this evening.

And, the provincial Department of Transportation says Kenwood Drive in Sydney will be closed to all but local traffic at the intersection of Conn Street, today.

 It adds the closure is needed to allow for culvert repairs.

The work will start at 7:00 this morning and continue until 7:00 tonight.

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