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Electrochemical corrosion accompanies dendrite growth in solid electrolytes
Abstract Charging rates, cycling performance and safety of solid-state batteries using metal negative electrodes are often limited by dendrites1,2,3, the growth of which depends on coupling between electrochemical and mechanical driving forces. Previously, it has been assumed that dendrites propagate when plating-induced stresses reach the fracture stress of the solid electrolyte. Here we show that dendrites can propagate at far lower stresses.
Bonnyville Pontiacs rally thrilling victory Kodiaks hockey
BONNYVILLE – The Bonnyville Jr. A Pontiacs fumbled a 3-0 lead at home in the second period but sealed a 6-5 win in overtime against the Camrose Kodiaks on Nov. 22. An unanswered and unassisted goal by the Pontiacs’ forward Rylan Emigh halfway through the first period gave Bonnyville a 1-0 lead heading into the second period. Bonnyville added on two more goals in the second period to give the team a 3-0 lead -including a powerplay goal by Ben Constantino.
Road Runners volleyball Bonnyville zones unconventional season
BONNYVILLE – Entering zones ranked in ninth place, the Bonnyville Centralized High School (BCHS) boys’ volleyball team started the 2A Northeast Alberta Schools' Athletic Association zone tournament on their home court with a 2-1 record after the end of day one, and a difficult season. The Road Runners fell in the quarterfinals the next day, but the head coach is happy with what the team accomplished this year.
Bonnyville Voyageurs Football Semifinal Win Provincial Championship Berth
BONNYVILLE – The Bonnyville Voyageurs football team won their semi-final game against the Ponoka Broncs 62-8 at home in front of a huge audience that included some Voyageurs’ alumni on Nov. 22. The first seeded Voyageurs in the 9-A-Side category, put points on the scoreboard and didn’t slow down throughout the crucial game. Larry Godziuk, head coach, said once the team got into the groove, they didn’t disappoint the fans who showed up to support the team.
Bonnyville Pontiacs vs Hillmond Hitmen Hockey Game Results
BONNYVILLE -- Four goals by the Bonnyville Sr. AA Pontiacs in the first period made it a long night for the Hillmond Hitmen. In their fourth game of the season, the Bonnyville Senior Pontiacs started with four unanswered goals in the first period, until Zachary Hilsendager of the Hitmen scored the first and last goal for his team, leaving the period finished with a 4-1 lead for Bonnyville.
PONTIACS WIN! Thrilling 5-4 victory over the Grande Prairie Storm!
BONNYVILLE – The Bonnyville Jr. A Pontiacs won 5-4 against the Grande Prairie Storm at home on Nov. 15 in front of a large crowd at Kids Hockey Night, by Lakeland Credit union, where anyone under 18 was given free admission. After a scoreless first period, both teams came out strong with high energy in the second period. The Pontiacs did damage first with a goal by Ben Constantino just over four minutes into the second period.
Bonnyville Voyageurs Playoffs: Dominant Win Against Pincher Creek Mustangs
BONNYVILLE -- The Bonnyville Voyageurs earned their first playoff win against the Pincher Creek Mustangs 53-0 at home on Nov. 15. The number one seeded Voyageurs came out strong in the first quarter of play and did not relent on the eighth-place Mustangs in their first game of playoffs on Saturday afternoon. Daniel Oman started the initial Voyageurs lead with a 31-yard run. From the initial points scored, Bonnyville kept the pressure.
Avian Flu Detected in Northeastern Municipality Poultry Flock in Alberta
Avian Flu has been found in a small domestic poultry flock in the northeast part of the municipality. The highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strain can cause severe clinical signs and potentially high death rates among poultry populations. Migrating birds like geese make the threat of the pathogen spreading more concerning.
Truro track athletes medal at Legion National Youth Championships in Sherbrooke, Que.
TRURO, N.S. — Last month, two athletes from Truro earned medals at the Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships held in Sherbrooke, Quebec, on August 11-13. Over 900 young people competed in Canada’s only track and field event of its kind for the under 16 and under 18 categories. Caleb Hominick and Myka Wilson are the two track and fielders from Truro who were able to medal at the extremely competitive event that celebrated its 45th anniversary during this year's games.
Truro, N.S., high jumper Jennessa Wolfe flying to Puerto Rico for U20 Pan American Championships
TRURO, N.S. — Record-breaking high jumper Jennessa Wolfe will be headed to Puerto Rico for her next challenge – the under-20 Pan American Championships. A graduate of the Cobequid Educational Centre's (CEC) track and field team, 17-year-old Wolfe will now be competing on Team Canada.
County of Inverness launches bingo-based beach cleanup contest
The Municipality of the County of Inverness in Cape Breton has started a unique contest called Beach Clean-Up Bingo! to encourage people to pick up litter on local beaches. The hope is that beachgoers will take the bingo cards — which show pictures of different types of trash like bottles, aluminum cans and cigarette butts — and tick off the boxes as they pick up matching items. Participants are also encouraged to take pictures of what they pick up and email them to the municipality.
Cape Breton municipality starts program to inform seniors in social setting
A program launched by the Municipality of the County of Inverness called the Age Well Academy is aimed at bringing seniors together while giving them information to make their lives easier. The pandemic slowed the initiative, which is providing information sessions around everyday issues affecting seniors. Presenters include a water conservation specialist, Nova Scotia Continuing Care, Caregivers Nova Scotia, the RCMP, Alzheimer's Society of Nova Scotia and Sort-it-out Waste Services.
Researchers find at-risk species in Kluskap Wilderness Area after days-long trek
A group of researchers has found a number of at-risk species after spending days trekking across about 3,000 hectares around Kluskap Wilderness Area in Cape Breton. Twenty-eight researchers participated in the undertaking, which focused on an Indigenous protected and conserved area (IPCA). They found a range of plant and animal species including the little brown bat, the olive-sided flycatcher and a type of fungus called blue felt Lichen.
Royal Canadian Legion branch in Sydney mulling concerts geared toward newcomers
A new entertainment director at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 12 in Sydney, N.S., is hoping to feature young performers from all music genres, in part to give newcomers a place to gather and showcase their talents. Reg Magliaro was recently elected second vice-president and entertainment director, after the branch was shut down for months because it suffered damage from post-tropical storm Fiona.
Some people in CBRM's LGBTQ community say bullying is on the rise Original
A transgender student in Cape Breton says he's faced constant bullying. It's not an isolated situation. Seelie Romard is a 17-year-old transgender teen who goes to Riverview High School. He said that there's been multiple instances where he's been called slurs and even assaulted by another student during a lunch break. "He'd come up and he'd always have a pencil to stab me right in the middle of the back," said Romard.
Video game company is using technology to tell stories based on Cape Breton's history Original
One of the few video game developers in Cape Breton has teamed up with the Membertou Heritage Park in Membertou, N.S., to create an interactive experience. Green Robot Studios, founded in 2017, is a subsidiary of VMP Group. VMP Group, based in Sydney, has worked with non-profit groups and established companies to share stories of Cape Breton for almost two decades. Their newest endeavour is called Travel Back in Time to Kun'tewiktuk.
Family of four struggling to find long-term rental in Cape Breton since December
A family of four who moved from Sri Lanka to Cape Breton in December is still struggling to find a house to rent in Sydney, N.S., while they pay thousands of dollars a month staying at an Airbnb. Buddhika Jayawardana, her husband and two daughters, aged seven and eight, moved to Cape Breton In December so Jayawardana could study at Cape Breton University. Since they arrived, the couple has been unable to find jobs or a suitable place for her family to live long-term.
SPCA palliative care program gives older pets a second chance at life
As more older pets are being surrendered to its shelters, the Nova Scotia SPCA is seeing higher uptake of its palliative care program that pays medical expenses for animals with chronic illnesses so they can live out their lives in a loving home. It all started in 2009 when an older mixed-breed dog named Darla was left at the Dartmouth shelter run by the non-profit animal welfare charity. "It started kind of organically with our first dog named Darla. She was 14 years old.
International students in Cape Breton frustrated by health insurance price hike
Some international students at Cape Breton University have taken to social media to raise concerns about an increase to health insurance premiums, saying they weren't told about the price hike. International students in Nova Scotia aren't eligible for Nova Scotia Medical Services Insurance (MSI) until they have been in the country for 12 months. CBU's health insurance plan, Guard.me, is mandatory because many students would have no health coverage without it.
Community helps international students find temporary homes in Cape Breton
Thanks to a Facebook post in late August, people in Cape Breton have been stepping up to help new international students at Cape Breton University in Sydney, N.S., find free temporary housing while they look for a permanent place to live. Nova Scotia has seen an increase in people unable to access housing in recent years, but many international students coming to the province aren't aware of the severity of the issue.
CBRM to move some municipal services online
The Cape Breton Regional Municipality is working to develop a website that will allow residents to access a range of services online, including bill and ticket payment and permit applications. The province is giving $262,500 to the municipality to fund the creation of the site. The online portal, scheduled to go live in November 2023, is expected to provide a variety of services including electronic bill delivery, building permits and application tracking.
Marine Atlantic now offering pet-friendly cabin options Original
Starting Monday, Marine Atlantic is offering pet-friendly cabins for travellers who don't want to leave their pets in kennels or alone in their cars during ferry crossings. The ferry service operates two routes, with crossings between Sydney, N.S., and Argentia, N.L., and Sydney and Port aux Basques, N.L. The change was sparked by customer demand. Marine Atlantic launched a pet-friendly cabin pilot program last year.
N.S. RCMP note increase in illegal window tint, licence plate covers
RCMP in Nova Scotia are noticing a high number of vehicles with illegally tinted windows or store-bought licence plate covers. They say most drivers aren't aware the modifications are illegal in the province. Vehicle window tint is a type of film that shades the driver from the sun and can also decrease visibility. In Nova Scotia, it is prohibited to use on the driver's side and passenger's side windows as well as on windshields..
Retired firefighters in Cape Breton come together to give back to community
Retired firefighters in Cape Breton have formed a unique organization to stay connected with their old jobs and feel useful volunteering in their community. The Sydney Retired Firefighters Association was created in 2020. People who have long since retired can stay in the loop with current firefighter activities. The group gets together to volunteer with community groups. They've volunteered with Meals on Wheels and also recently took part in a municipal cleanup.
Firefighter worried Richmond County tire pile is a fire hazard
A volunteer firefighter says a temporary tire storage site in Richmond County is a fire risk. The tire transfer site in L'Ardoise is used by Maia Transport — a contractor with Divert Nova Scotia. Hillary Taylor, with the L'Ardoise Volunteer Fire Department since 1984, estimates there are more than 5,000 tires in the pile and he thinks they aren't stored properly. "You are supposed to have a brick wall all around ... so it can be contained so that it doesn't spread anywhere," said Taylor.
CBU, Dal partner to create 5 medical school seats to train rural doctors
Cape Breton University is partnering with Dalhousie to sponsor five new seats at the Halifax medical school for students who live in rural Nova Scotia and commit to practising family medicine in a rural community for five years. The pilot program will launch in September as part of CBU's efforts to research new ways to recruit, train and retain health-care workers in rural Nova Scotia, including in Cape Breton as well as Mi'kmaw and African Nova Scotian communities.
Cape Breton woman selling homemade items with dignity, accessibility in mind
A retired home economics teacher inspired to help others after visiting a loved one in hospital has turned her talent for sewing into a business creating items tailored to people with mobility issues, cancer patients, individuals with dementia, and others. Brenda Donahue opened Caring Heart Creations at the Cape Breton Farmers' Market in March after months spent visiting a family member in hospital.
Bitter dispute over old beach road pits Cape Breton community against owner
Private-property signs removed, ropes and chains ripped down, angry words, and vehicles blocked from leaving a dirt road have all accelerated a dispute involving access to the shoreline in the small community of South Bar in Cape Breton. The dirt road off Highway 28 in South Bar has been used by the small community north of Sydney, N.S., since the 1800s. There was once a lighthouse at the end of the road, as well as old military instalments from the Second World War.
160 km/h winds could cause damage, send shingles flying in parts of Cape Breton
Winds are expected to reach speeds of 160 km/h overnight in parts of Cape Breton. Waves crash Tuesday along the coast of Grand Étang, a small community in Inverness County on Cape Breton Island. (Brittany Wentzell/CBC) Some students in Cape Breton were dismissed early from class and residents were told to watch out for flying roof shingles Tuesday as Environment Canada warned of Les Suêtes winds gusting up to 160 km/h.
Cape Breton pagans launch new programs to combat food insecurity
A small pagan society in North Sydney that helps feed people in need is expanding its efforts with a new location for free meals and a community garden. Candice Hannah, a founding member of the Circle of the Raven Society, shows off the group's food pantry with Joe Townsend. (Christian Roach / CBC) A small pagan society in North Sydney, N.S. is expanding community outreach and food insecurity programs with a new location for free meals and the addition of a community garden.
Fire department in Cape Breton targeted in furnace oil theft
Fire department in Cape Breton targeted in furnace oil theft | CBC News Loaded Nova Scotia·New The theft of an estimated 600 litres of furnace oil from outdoor tanks at the Port Morien fire station is a huge blow to the volunteer department, which runs on a fixed budget and does not have the funds to recoup the loss.
Business is booming all around Ski Cape Smokey, thanks to the new gondola
Business is booming all around Ski Cape Smokey, thanks to the new gondola | CBC News Loaded Nova Scotia·New Some establishments around Ingonish, N.S., have stayed open this winter and say they're seeing an increase in visitors thanks in part to upgrades at Ski Cape Smokey.
Some CBU faculty worry about ending mask mandates on campus
Some faculty members at Cape Breton University are concerned with the university's decision to remove its mask mandate on March 21. Some faculty members at Cape Breton University say they don't understand why mask mandates are ending March 21 instead of being maintained until the end of April. (CBC) Some faculty members at Cape Breton University are worried about the university's decision to end its mask mandate on March 21 when Nova Scotia enters phase 3 of its reopening plan.
'This is ridiculous': Victoria County parent fed up with short-staffed school bus service Original
'This is ridiculous': Victoria County parent fed up with short-staffed school bus service | CBC News Loaded Nova Scotia·New Some parents in Victoria County are frustrated with the school bus service because of temporary changes made to routes after a bus driver retired in December.
North Sydney man wants to know why his cars were set on fire
A North Sydney man who buys and sells vehicles is looking for answers after three of his cars were set on fire earlier this month, costing him thousands of dollars. Olurotimi Oyeleye said he hasn’t heard any developments from the police since the night of the fires. (submitted by Olurotimi Oyeleye) A North Sydney man is devastated after three cars he planned to ship to his home country were a target of arson earlier this month.
Artist's design makes it easy to spot Indigenous literature at NSCC campuses
A Nova Scotia Community College graduate says she is thrilled that her original artwork will be prominently displayed on more than 1,500 Indigenous works of literature across the college's libraries. Riki Lee Christmas is a graduate of a media arts program at NSCC's Marconi Campus in Halifax.
Unpassable section of Cape Breton highway frustrates business owner
A one-kilometre section of the Cabot Trail that has been closed since Friday due to washouts is making daily life harder for the people and businesses who rely on it. During a winter storm last week, the side of North Mountain began to erode and water started flowing across a section of road on North Mountain in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
How gold nanoparticles can be used to quickly test drinking water for bacteria
A group of researchers at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, N.S., in partnership with international colleagues, have developed a test to detect bacteria contamination in drinking water by using gold nanoparticles, antibiotics and light. A sign marks one of the entrances to the St. Francis Xavier University campus in Antigonish, N.S., on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018.
Recycling app launched in 3 Cape Breton municipalities
Inverness County, Victoria County and Port Hawkesbury have launched the Recycle Cape Breton app to help make sure residents don't miss pickup dates and tongive them information about sorting trash into the right bags. A new app lets residents in Victoria County, Inverness County and Port Hawkesbury manage their garbage more easily (Christian Roach/CBC) A new app meant to simplify solid waste collection has just been launched by three municipalities in Cape Breton.
N.S. churches encourage people to check in with each other as COVID-19 cancels some services Original
Churches of different faiths in Nova Scotia are changing plans for masses and gatherings this holiday season to adhere to stricter COVID-19 restrictions. St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish in Sydney, N.S., is seen in this photo. New COVID-19 restrictions announced Dec. 21 limit gatherings at religious services across the province to 50 people.
Fortress of Louisbourg to add content about historical Black presence
Parks Canada is in the early stages of establishing a new exhibit to tell some of the stories of the about 381 slaves who lived at the Fortress of Louisbourg. The Fortress of Louisbourg will have an exhibit focused on the slaves who lived there. The exhibit may open by 2023. (Shutterstock / Regine Poirier) Parks Canada is in the early stages of establishing a new exhibit that will tell the story of some of the slaves who lived at Fortress of Louisbourg in Cape Breton.
John S. Eyking, founder of Eyking Farms, dead at age 90
John S. Eyking, founder of Eyking Farms, dead at age 90 | CBC News Loaded Nova Scotia Eyking died at his home on Saturday surrounded by family and friends. Eyking was an influential businessman, entrepreneur and philanthropist in Cape Breton Christian Roach · CBC News · Posted: Nov 29, 2021 8:12 PM AT | Last Updated: 10 hours ago John and Jeanne Eyking are shown above. John Eyking died on Nov. 27 at the age of 90. Jeanne died in 2017. (Submitted by the Eyking family) John S.
Cape Breton Regional Hospital won't have hot water tonight
Cape Breton Regional Hospital won't have hot water tonight | CBC News Loaded Nova Scotia A hot water shutdown will take place starting Friday, Nov. 26 at Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney to complete required maintenance on the system. Planned shutdown starts at 8 p.m. and lasts for 12 hours as crews work on hot water system Christian Roach · CBC News · Posted: Nov 26, 2021 5:41 PM AT | Last Updated: 2 hours ago Cape Breton Regional Hospital, in Sydney, Nova Scotia.
Group wants to turn Sydney's Centennial Arena into green sports facility Original
The Cape Breton non-profit wants to convert the Sydney arena into a multi-sport facility that uses green energy. The Centennial Arena is seen in Sydney. Tomorrow's Legends, a local non-profit dedicated to empowering youth through sport and culture, wants to convert the space into a multi-sport facility.
Down the aisle, past the pet food is Cape Breton's first bitcoin ATM
A convenience store in Sydney, N.S., is the first business on Cape Breton Island to allow customers to purchase cryptocurrency with cash in person. A bitcoin ATM machine is shown next to a conventional ATM at Mac's Convenience in Sydney, N.S. (Christian Roach/CBC) A convenience store in Sydney, N.S., is leading Cape Breton into the digital-currency age with a new bitcoin ATM featured inside the store.
CBRM demolishes dozens of abandoned houses each year, but hundreds remain
Cape Breton Regional Municipality continues to demolish dozens of abandoned homes every year. But some residents complain they have to live with pests while they wait for the derelict building near them to be torn down. CBRM is demolishing about 50 derelict houses each year. (Christian Roach) Neighbours of abandoned houses in Cape Breton Regional Municipality are tired of living next to them, and the municipality is motivated to get rid of them.
CHRISTIAN ROACH: Simply the BEST | Cape Breton Post
Young skiers hit the slopes this month to start the 2019 Ben Eoin Ski Team season. Skiers compete at the Jerry Giorno Memorial Cup on Jan. 13 at Ski Ben Eoin. Avid young skiers have been using the start of 2019 to get back into the swing of things at Ski Ben Eoin. The weather has been mild and the hills are freshly groomed as members of the Ben Eoin Ski Team (BEST) begin another exciting season and compete against other skiers across Atlantic Canada.
CHRISTIAN ROACH: Cape Breton’s minor hockey associations aiming to increase their numbers | Cape Breton Post
By Christian Roach Youth in Action SYDNEY, N.S. — Hockey is an immensely popular pastime in Cape Breton, but it isn’t immune to a trend that has led to an overall decrease in children involved in organized sports on the island, as well as the province as a whole. Factors like outmigration and affordability are just two of the problems the sport faces in Cape Breton.
Youth in Action: Curling going strong | Cape Breton Post
Young athletes are continuing to do their part to keep the sport of curling alive and well in Cape Breton. Since the start of October, the Sydney Curling Club has once again opened its ice to future generations, and the new curlers couldn’t be happier. Although curling doesn’t have the large numbers of young players in Cape Breton when compared to sports like hockey, the Alpha/Junior program hosted by the club is by no means struggling to attract young people to the sport.
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