District 2 Coun. Deborah Wadden raises concerns about numerous bus cancellations in her district, affecting students' attendance and causing scheduling problems.
District 2 Coun. Deborah Wadden made the motion during the April 2 council meeting after numerous bus cancellations in her district.
‘A step into the future for the farmer’s market’: Pictou County council asks for more info before supporting farmers market expansion Coun. Mary Elliott, a bus driver with decades of experience, agreed with Wadden that the shortage of drivers is a big issue from Yarmouth to Sydney. Still, she questioned whether sending a letter would help since the provincial government and school board are already aware of the issues, and the Education Act says that bus transportation is a privilege, not a guarantee.
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