Province-wide burn ban lifted for most of N.S., except Annapolis County
NOVA SCOTIA: With conditions improving, the ban on open fires was lifted in all counties except Annapolis, as of 8 p.m. September 26. The ban will remain in place in…
Canada Post strike: Union issues statement following federal government’s changes to mandate
OTTAWA: The following is a statement issued by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers following the federal government’s announcement of massive changes to Canada Post’s mandate. “Today (Sept. 25), the…
Legislation supports development, disaster relief, municipal modernization
HALIFAX: Legislation introduced September 25, provides new tools to support development, reduce taxes when natural disasters destroy homes and modernize municipal elections. “We work closely with our municipal partners to…
PHOTOS: Dogs take over Halifax for My Big Fat Dog Wedding
HALIFAX: Dogs took over Halifax on Sept. 20 as Good Robot Brewing hosted My Big Fat Dog Wedding, a heartwarming, tail-wagging celebration where two pups tie the knot in the…
RCMP investigates weapon complaint, requests public assistance
LOWER SACKVILLE: RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is investigating a weapon complaint and requesting that anyone with information come forward. On September 22, at approximately 2:27 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment…
Ottawa announces major reforms to Canada Post amid financial crisis
OTTAWA: Canada Post is facing an “existential crisis,” according to the federal government, which announced sweeping reforms Thursday aimed at stabilizing the crown corporation’s finances and modernizing its operations. “Canada…
NDP announces plan to make birth control free for Nova Scotians
HALIFAX: On Thursday, Official Opposition Leader Claudia Chender announced her plan to support women and gender-diverse Nova Scotians by joining PEI, British Columbia, Yukon and Manitoba in providing free birth…
Nova Scotia releases new tourism sector strategy
HALIFAX STANFIELD AIRPORT: The Nova Scotia Tourism Sector Strategic Plan, released September 24, creates a five-year vision for sustainable, year-round tourism growth in the province. “Tourism is a vital part…
Liberal bill demands transparency after Nova Scotia Power security failures
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia Liberal MLAs tabled a suite of bills on Sept. 24 aimed at holding Nova Scotia Power accountable in the wake of one of the largest data breaches…
Photos/Video: Station 40 holds annual community open house
DUTCH SETTLEMENT: The community was welcomed for food and fun, along with some key information, during the Open House hosted by Station 40 Dutch Settlement last Saturday, Sept. 20. Video…