Liberals call for school lunch program as more NSians access food banks
From a N.S. Liberal Party release HALIFAX: As kids head back to school this week, many will be trying to cope with little or nothing to eat throughout the day.…
Hike N.S. offering fall guided hikes and walks across province
HALIFAX: Ever want to explore the trails in your community? Participate in a guided hike or walk in your area to enjoy the fall colours and see where the trails…
Province accepts cyberbullying legislation recommendations
From a release HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is accepting all recommendations included in the review of its cyberbullying legislation. The review found that the Intimate Images and Cyber-protection Act is achieving…
Myers, Blackie among firefighters to be remembered at Firefighters Memorial
ENFIELD/FALL RIVER: Two firefighters that gave back to the communities they lived and worked in will be among 82 unveiled at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Ottawa this weekend.…
HTB driveway to be redesigned, HRCE says in letter
BEAVER BANK: A redesign of the driveway entrance to Harold T. Barrett Junior High in Beaver Bank is underway. In a letter to families of students at the school, and…
Road work set for Phillip Drive Sept. 6-8
FALL RIVER: HRM is advising of upcoming road work set to take place on a street in Schwarzwald subdivision. In a notice sent out to media, the municipality said the…
Province makes Virtual Care available to more Nova Scotians
From a release HALIFAX: All Nova Scotians on the Need a Family Practice Registry can now get free, online medical appointments through Virtual Care Nova Scotia (VirtualCareNS). Previously, people had…
RCMP have a reminder for N.S. drivers – schools back in
EAST HANTS/LOWER SACKVILLE: As students across the province head back to school next week, the Nova Scotia RCMP is reminding motorists and pedestrians to be extra careful during their daily…
Minister issues statement on Carbon Plan deadline
The following is a statement issued by the provincial government from Timothy Halman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change. HALIFAX: Today (Sept. 1), Premier Tim Houston, in his role as…
COVID-19 vaccine bookings now open for children five to 11
HALIFAX: Parents and guardians of children aged five to 11 can book their child’s first COVID-19 booster vaccine appointment starting today, September 1, with appointments beginning Tuesday, September 6. For…