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Westville crosswalks to be upgraded

Sep 29, 2026 | Local News

A couple of crosswalks in Westville are getting upgraded. Council voted to go ahead with the installation of a beacon system with flashing lights and sound for two crosswalks: one by the Canada Post building, and the other near Pharmachoice. The two systems will cost just under $12,800 in total, and will be fully accessible. CAO Chris MacNeil noted that other crosswalks could get upgrades in future years, subject to budget approval.

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Province supports Local Projects for Area Seniors

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St. FX University Launches New Graduate-Level Programs in Health Equity

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Canadian Radio Awards: 989 XFM Small Market Station of The Year

Broadcast Dialogue has announced the winners of the inaugural Canadian Radio Awards, which we’ve dubbed “The Howards” after our publisher emeritus Howard Christensen.

When Howard, a radio veteran and one of the original Broadcast News anchors, founded Broadcast Dialogue in 1992, he saw a need for both timely delivery of Canadian broadcast industry news, but also recognized the importance of creating a sense of community.

989 XFM is very proud to be the winner of the 2020 Station of Year – Small Market award.