It was -3 C at 6:30 a.m. and today’s high is expected to be 4 C, with sun and cloud. It’ll be around 1 C tonight.
The temperature is expected to climb to 13 C on Saturday, with sun and cloud, and there will be an overnight low around 9, with showers.
Sunday will have showers, with a high of 11 C, dropping to -4, with showers or flurries, overnight.
Today’s stories
Dalhousie scientist’s new tree extends needle retention and improves import possibilities
Developing the SMART balsam fir in Bible Hill
http://www.trurodaily.com/business/developing-the-smart-balsam-fir-in-bible-hill-164612/
Truro man who suffers from PTSD hopes to help others with information card
Dealing with PTSD: Jamie’s story
http://www.trurodaily.com/living/dealing-with-ptsd-jamies-story-164616/
Judge recusal issue raised in case of Bayhead man accused of murder
Experts work together in Bible Hill to teach children about dogs
NSLC monopoly on cannabis sales a bad idea, says former NDP official responsible
Plenty of Pets
Louie is a gentle mini Dutch bunny who loves to snuggle.
He’s energetic, playful and loves to explore, and he’s great with other animals and with children.
Louie has been vet checked and neutered and is ready for a loving indoor home.
For more information visit 10,000 Carrots Rabbit Rescue at www.10000carrots.com or www.facebook.com/10000CarrotsRabbitRescue/ or email [email protected]
Fuel prices:
Gasoline went down a little overnight and diesel increased.
The price of gasoline dropped 2.3 cents to a new price of $1.15.3 per litre.
Diesel increased 1.4 cents and is now $1.16.7 per litre.
Tidal Times
The tidal bore will be coming in at 4:09 p.m. today
Saturday: 4:42 a.m. and 4:57 p.m.
Sunday: 5:31 a.m. and 5:50 p.m.
Things to do
Food Drive: Truro Police and the Salvation Army will be at Sobeys, on Prince Street from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. today to collect food donations for those in need.
Ten Thousand Villages Fair: Friday 10 a.m-9 p.m. - Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.. – Immanuel Baptist Church
