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No word on Donkin Coal Mine re-opening after stop-work order lifted

A stop-work order has been lifted at the Donkin Coal Mine.

The province put the stoppage in place last July after a couple of roof falls.

A release from the Department of Labour says the company can now re-open for year-round operations after a review of an engineer’s report.

Morien Resources, who own a royalty share of the mine say more regulations are needed before operations can resume.

The company says they want to ensure long-term, stable production.

All 130 workers were laid off in November by owners Kameron Coal.

Morien says they’ll work to advocate for a potential return to production.


  • Kevin Northup has been a reporter and news anchor for more than 15 years. He is based in Yarmouth and covers stories locally and across Nova Scotia. Contact Kevin at northupk@radioabl.ca.

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