In Sussex, which is losing ER hours, MLA Bruce Northrup, who sits on the government side of the house, was surrounded by protesters, although he wasn't happy about the cuts either. Corbett said residents in the area are getting older and emergency services are "crucial." 'We don't see how it helps'After hearing talk of possible cuts, Sackville council held a meeting Monday night, and drew a crowd of concerned residents. Perth-Andover Mayor Marianne Bell only found out about the cuts to emergency services in her village on Tuesday morning. Online petitions were already circulating in communities such as Sussex and Sackville aimed at preserving local hospital services.

Source: CBC News February 11, 2020 19:52 UTC