Millville Public Schools announce early dismissals due to staffing problems

educational institutions in the state could start physical classes from 7 February  and 17 February.

The mayor of the town caught in the crosshairs of the trucker convoy protest said he’s received threats and was even paid a visit by protesters at his home. Jim Willett speaks with Global’s Blake Lough Wednesday morning.

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paramedics are working long hours, increasing staff burnout and turnover, and despite a recent instance of having no one available to answer an emergency call, Toronto city council will not be looking into the issue further.On Jan. 18, the chair of the city’s paramedics’ union sounded the alarm, pointing to a moment where staffing levels dipped so low, there was no one available to respond to a life-threatening call.#CodeRed No units available in the City at 18:38 hours tonight.— TO Paramedic Union (@416TPSUnit) January 9, 2022A paramedic speaking to Global News under the condition of anonymity over concerns for their job, said the issue is far more common than it is reported.City councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam was pushing for an administrative inquiry to learn more on how often response times are beyond the urgency they require.

Despite seeing issues with having enough paramedics to service emergency calls, Toronto City Council will not examine the issue further. The councillor pushing the issue is accusing some of her colleagues of willful ignorance in the face of a serious staffing issue.

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Wednesday marks day five of the blockade near the Coutts border in southern Alberta as RCMP have not been able to break up the protest. While no one has been arrested, RCMP warn that those who choose to stay could be. Lauren Pullen reports.

COVID-19 health restrictions will depend on how the next few weeks play out, according to the province’s interim public health director.Dr. Luc Boileau explained that while pandemic-related hospitalizations and cases are starting to drop, that could change as businesses welcome patrons again and people host private indoor gatherings.“The health system is fragile and we have to protect it,” he told reporters at a news conference Wednesday.

(Memphis Police Department) MEMPHIS, Tenn. - An Amber Alert has been issued for a 2-day-old baby in Memphis, Tennessee after the child's mother was found dead, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.Officials say at 11:15 p.m. Tuesday, officers found an abandoned vehicle in the area of Sedgwick Drive in Levi Road while searching for 27-year-old Danielle Hoyle.Investigators found Hoyle's body near the car.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has found success in a new domain, as BBC One Wales has provided her with her own solo slot.The "thrilled" 31-year-old took to Instagram to reveal all about Dare To Dance.The Caerphilly beauty will be choreographing dance routines for individuals or groups on the show to practise, perfect, and then unveil to "surprise family and friends".She will be uniting people through the power of performance, showcasing a message or major milestone in life via each dance.Amy, who has her own inspiring message to deliver by battling Crohn's disease while pursuing her dazzling dance career, was filled with excitement at the prospect of filming the new series.Now a star beyond the Strictly stage, she shared with her Instagram followers: "I'm soooooo excited one of the projects I'm working on this year has finally been announced today!"Amy had previously won a BAFTA Award for her emotive documentary Strictly Amy: Crohn's And Me, which revealed the trials and tribulations of finding widespread national fame while battling an invisible chronic illness behind-the-scenes at the same time.The star sadly had to drop out of her Strictly tour performances earlier this week due to being hospitalised with a flare-up of the condition.In an earlier statement, she had elaborated: "I’m thrilled to be fronting my own series for BBC Wales.Dance can have such a positive impact on physical and mental health, socialising and self-confidence so it’ll be a privilege to share my passion with people and help them experience their own special moment on the dancefloor.“It’s going to be such a joyous and uplifting show and I can’t wait to take people on their own dance journey."Excitement is long overdue for Amy, after the

More officers have been called in to help with an illegal blockade at the Coutts border crossing according to RCMP as the protest enters its fifth day.

Manitoba’s current public health orders to be extended one week Provincial officials had previously announced that the existing orders would be extended through Feb. 8.Global News will stream the press conference on this page.

COLOMBO (News 1st): Sri Lanka’s debt installments of $6.9 billion due this year, will be settled, Minister of Finance Basil Rajapaksa said on Wednesday (Feb. 2).“Have you heard about a Finance Minister who got criticized when settling the due loans as much as when obtaining loans? Now they are scolding us because we are paying off the loans.

Town of South Bruce Peninsula Janice Jackson coaxed Wiarton Willie out of his burrowed hole on Wednesday and with grey skies overhead and light snow falling, Willie did not see his shadow, predicting an early Spring.

WASHINGTON - After an 18-month-search the Washington Football Team has announced its new name: The Washington Commanders.The name was revealed Wednesday at a press conference with co-CEOs and co-owners Dan and Tanya Snyder and team President Jason Wright.Download the FOX 5 DC News App for Local Breaking News and WeatherAfter an 18-month-search the Washington Football Team has announced its new name: The Washington Commanders.The team's new helmets and uniforms will retain the franchise's signature burgundy-and-gold colors. The jersey will feature three stars on the collar and stripes on the shoulders.

Canada’s two foremost weather-minded marmots are at loggerheads.

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. - Punxsutawney Phil, arguably one of the most famous groundhogs, awoke Wednesday morning and saw his shadow — which according to folklore means there will be six more weeks of winter.Each year, thousands descend on Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, on Groundhog Day to watch the giant rodent make his annual weather prediction at dawn with the help of his "inner circle."According to folklore, there will be six more weeks of winter if he sees his shadow. If he doesn’t, spring comes early. "Winter has been bleak, and bereft of hope, yet winter is just another step in the cycle of life," one of Phil's top-hatted inner circle members read from a scroll.

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. - Many gathered on Wednesday in a western Pennsylvania town in honor of Groundhog Day to learn whether a furry critter will predict an early spring or six more weeks of winter.Onlookers descended on Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to watch Punxsutawney Phil emerge from his tree stump at dawn to learn if he has seen his shadow. The event took place virtually in 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic, depriving the community, which is about 65 miles northeast of Pittsburgh, of a boost from tourists. It was streamed live and seen by more than 15,000 viewers worldwide at one point.

AS Phillip Schofield has Covid, fellow Dancing on Ice host Holly Willoughby could get a new co-star. ITV bosses are considering an all-female presenting duo for the show’s return on Sunday.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Court of Appeal has decided that it would announce an order with regard to granting bail to Attorney-at-Law Hejaaz Hizbullah, on the 7th of February.The decision was made by Justices Menaka Wijesundara and Neil Iddawela on Wednesday (2).On the 28th of January, the Puttalam High Court refused to grant bail to detained lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah.On 14 April 2020, Hizbullah was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).Hizbullah was being investigated for allegedly “aiding and abetting” the Easter Sunday bombers and for engaging in activities deemed “detrimental to the religious harmony among communities”.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Four students of the Ragama Medical Faculty were injured following an assault by an outside group early on Wednesday (2).Sri Lanka Police said three students were admitted to the Ragama Hospital and another was admitted to the Negombo Hospital.The injured were all students who were at the Men’s Dormitory of the Ragama University and were 4th-year students.According to the students, 15 people arrived in two vehicles and carried out an assault.Sri Lanka Police said one person was arrested and one vehicle was seized.

WASHINGTON - Signs bearing what appears to be the Washington Football Team's new name were spotted at the stadium Tuesday night – less than 24 hours before the official announcement. SkyFox captured aerial images of Commanders signs inside the team store located at FedEx Field. The team officially retired the 'Redskins' name and logo in 2020.Last month, Washington Football officials released seven potential names and said it would reveal the one that was selected on Feb. 2.The Washington Football Team will reveal its new name next month, team officials said Tuesday.

nation's largest retail trade group estimated that consumers are going to collectively dole out nearly $24 billion on Valentine's Day this year, marking the second-highest year on record.This year's projection is an increase from the $21.8 billion consumers spent in 2021, according to an annual survey by National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. However, this year's projection falls just short of the $24.7 billion spent in 2020.The NRF's data comes just after holiday spending in 2021 grew 14.1% over the prior year to a record $886.7 billion. "Following the historic level of consumer spending over the winter holidays, it appears that the trend will continue into 2022," NRF CEO Matthew Shay said in a statement.More than half of U.S.

COVID-19 restrictions.Mounties said in a statement Monday night they thought there was a path to resolve the matter, but protesters are choosing not to comply.Police explained the protest is no longer lawful, and resources are in place to make arrests and tow away vehicles. As of early Tuesday, RCMP told Global News there had been no movement overnight.

As truck convoy protesters against Canada’s pandemic restrictions continue in Ottawa, the city’s mayor, Jim Watson, is demanding demonstrators move on after disrupting the capital, and the lives of its residents for a third consecutive day. As Abigail Bimman reports, the call was made after days of unrest, harassment and abuse.

TAMPA, Fla. - Tom Brady officially shared news of his retirement on Tuesday after winning seven Super Bowls during an unprecedented 22-year career, thanking many involved with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization in a lengthy Instagram post. But some were quick to note how the legendary NFL quarterback’s announcement made no mention of the New England Patriots — where he spent his first 20 seasons and won six Super Bowls. "This is difficult for me to write, but here it goes: I am not going to make that competitive commitment anymore," Brady, the most successful quarterback in NFL history, wrote in a nine-page post. Brady went on to thank the Buccaneers organization, his teammates, ownership, general manager Jason Licht, coach Bruce Arians, his trainer Alex Guerrero, agents Don Yee and Steve Dubin and his family in the post. However, he didn’t mention the New England Patriots, where he spent two decades and served as the centerpiece of the Patriots’ dynasty, or owner Bob Kraft. "First takeaway from Tom Brady's retirement statement: No mention of anyone with the Patriots," Ryan Hannable, a Patriots writer for local sports radio station WEEI, wrote on Twitter.Mike Girardi, a Boston-based sports journalist and reporter for NFL Network, noted the same and called it "odd."FILE IMAGES - (L) Patriots quarterback Tom Brady throws during the second quarter during the New York Giants game versus the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII, on Feb.

Kerala has come down when compared to the first and second week of January, said state health minister Veena George on Tuesday. 

A photo of Milltown Mel from his Instagram page. NEW JERSEY - A weather-predicting groundhog died just before his annual big day, Groundhog Day.

FRIGID TEMPERATURES EXPECTED FROM CANADIAN BORDER TO GULF OF MEXICO THIS WEEK(FOX Weather) The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Warnings, Winter Storm Watches and Winter Weather Advisories from parts of New Mexico and Texas northeastward to upstate New York and much of Vermont.Cities under Winter Storm Warnings include Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago and Cleveland.

Aerosmith have cancelled their forthcoming UK and European tour due to the coronavirus pandemic.The jaunt was originally scheduled to take place in 2020 but was pushed back to 2021. It was later rescheduled again for this summer but has now been pulled again.“It is with deep regret we must announce that our European Tour, scheduled to take place in June and July 2022, has been cancelled,” Aerosmith said in a statement.“We have continued to monitor the ongoing COVID situation, and with the related uncertainty around travel logistics and the continued presence of COVID restrictions and other issues, it has become clear that it will not be possible to go ahead with our summer shows in the region.”They added: “The health, safety and well-being of our fans is our number one priority.

‘Hopefully this is the last time’: Ontario businesses reopen with cautious optimism Calandra has stepped into the job amid rising COVID-19 outbreaks and deaths in long-term care homes due to the highly transmissible Omicron variant.More than 56 per cent of the province’s long-term care homes were reporting virus outbreaks as of Monday and 129 deaths were reported among residents over the past week.The government gave long-term care workers an extension until March 14 to get mandatory third COVID-19 vaccine doses — after Jan.

Doja Cat will no longer perform at the BRIT Awards 2022, following a raft of positive COVID-19 tests amongst her crew.

School communities are longing for the day when they can finally put Covid behind them and bin things like masks in classrooms and limits on social interaction in schools.

Valentine's Day just might be going to the dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and other household pets.Pet lovers this year will spend $1.189 billion (yes, billion) on their beloved animals for Valentine's Day.That's according to new projections from the National Retail Federation (NRF), a nonprofit based in Washington, D.C., and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The new spending projections came out on Monday, Jan.

COVID-19 pandemic.Leading the challenge are the Church of God in Aylmer and Trinity Bible Chapel in Waterloo, both of which have faced a variety of charges, including findings of contempt, for repeatedly defying restrictions.“It will be our submission that both the indoor and outdoor gathering restrictions are over-broad, unreasonable and arbitrary limits that violate the charter of rights and cannot be demonstrably justified,” said Lisa Bildy, one of several lawyers representing the churches, toward the beginning of the hearing.“Accordingly, we’ll ask this court to declare the restrictions to be of no force and effect and to set aside the restraining orders imposed to enforce them.” Woolwich pastor faces fine of up to $100,000 for Sunday service ignoring COVID-19 lockdown The multi-day hearing for the challenge is being held virtually by the Superior Court of Justice in St. Thomas with Justice Renee Pomerance presiding over the matter.

Ian Smith, owner of Atilis Gym in Bellmawr, New Jersey, speaks during the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Orlando, Florida, U.S., on Friday, Feb. 26, 2021.

FILE - Valentine's Day balloons and flowers are sold outside a convenience store. (Cindy Ord/Getty Images)NEW YORK - Monday, February 14, 2022, will mark the third year that Americans and many others all over the globe will celebrate the popular annual holiday, Valentine's Day, amid a pandemic.COVID-19 has prevented many people from being in close physical proximity to their loved ones, sadly.

UNITED STATES - SEPTEMBER 21: The main gate of the Delaware State University campus in Dover, Delaware, U.S., on Friday, Sept. 21, 2007.

COLOMBO (News 1st): 21 roads in Colombo will be closed on the 4th of February 2022, for Independence Day, said Sri Lanka Police.“These 21 roads in Colombo will be closed from 5 AM until the close of Independence Day proceedings,” said Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakkon on Monday (31) as a media briefing.He requested the general public to use alternative routes to avoid any inconvenience.In addition, invitees can proceed to the venue of the celebrations in their vehicles while displaying the invitation and the respective car park details, until 7:30 AM on the 4th of February.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); The 74th Independence Day will be celebrated with pride with the participation of security forces in accordance with the COVID health guidelines, said General G.D.H.

The convoy opposed to mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for cross-border truckers, dubbed the “Freedom Convoy,” continued demonstrations in Ottawa for a second day on Sunday. Many businesses in the area kept their doors closed to avoid further confrontation, since some protesters verbally and physically assaulted staff at some establishments for enforcing public health measures.

ASTRO member MJ will be taking a hiatus from group activities due to health concerns.Fantagio, the singer’s label, announced in a statement last Friday (January 28) that MJ will be taking time off to “[focus] entirely on his recovery and treatment during his hiatus, and he plans to temporarily halt all activities until he recovers his health”.“During his recent promotions, ASTRO’s MJ noticed issues with his health, and so he went to the hospital for an in-depth checkup,” the label’s statement reads, as translated by Soompi. Fantagio added that the decision for MJ to go on hiatus was aided by “his doctor’s opinion that [MJ] needs sufficient rest and treatment”.“We ask for your generous understanding about the fact that we have decided on a temporary hiatus from activities for the sake of healthier activities in the future.

PHILADELPIA - A powerful nor'easter that brought strong winds and more than a foot of snow to parts of the Delaware Valley region both Friday night and into Saturday morning has impacted the region by forcing some schools to change their regular schedule. The nor'easter was resolved by Sunday with sunshine returning to the area with seasonably cold temperatures. As a result nor'easter, area schools have announced late openings and even closures amid the severe weather. Snow clean-up has been happening in parts of the region, but concerns over clear roads and safety abound. ___DOWNLOAD: FOX 29 NEWS APP | FOX 29 WEATHER AUTHORITY APPSUBSCRIBE: Good Day Digest Newsletter | FOX 29 Philly on YouTubeAdvertisementFOLLOW: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Spotify is updating its protocols.