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Nova Scotia PCs secure second majority government with re-election win
Nova Scotia voters handed Tim Houston's Progressive Conservatives a second consecutive majority government in Tuesday's provincial election, a formidable outcome aided in part by the stunning collapse of Liberal support.
'There's a lot of sadness': Truro brewery and taproom touted as safe space will close next month
A brewery and taproom that has been lauded as the only refuge for the 2SLGBTQ+ community in the historically conservative town of Truro, N.S., has announced it's closing its doors next month, adding to the growing number of shuttering craft breweries in the province.
N.S. Liberals allege voter bribery after PC candidate handed out $2 Tim Hortons gift cards
The Liberals want Susan Corkum-Greek removed from the ballot in the upcoming provincial election, but the Nova Scotia Supreme Court confirmed Wednesday it will not hear the case until after voting day on Nov. 26.
Halifax fire association says it needs more equipment now
The association that represents firefighters in the Halifax area is sounding the alarm about a lack of in-service fire apparatus after a busy south-end station was recently left without an engine for hours.
Nova Scotia saw its least active wildfire season on record in 2024
It would appear Nova Scotians are changing the way they burn — the province saw its least active wildfire season on record this year, following its most devastating season ever.
Renowned editorial cartoonist Michael de Adder dropped from Halifax newspaper after 30 years
Renowned editorial cartoonist Michael de Adder has been let go from a historic Halifax newspaper after three decades, but rest assured he won't be putting down his pencil.
Canada's oldest Anglican church marks 275 years amid reconciliation efforts
When the British first arrived in Halifax in 1749, St. Paul’s Church was a focal point of the community, but conflicts soon arose with the Mi’kmaq. Today, the church prides itself on opening its doors to parishioners, tourists and at-risk community members alike — and is working toward reconciliation.
Body of missing Halifax teen Devon Marsman found, 2 men facing charges
Halifax police say two people have been charged in the death of a 16-year-old Halifax boy who went missing more than two years ago — and more arrests are expected.
Halifax mother demands answers after school bus drops off young kids 4½ hours late
A Halifax mother says she was left feeling terrified after her eight-year-old twin daughters were more than 4½ hours late returning home from school on the bus, prompting her to call police amid a lack of communication from school and transportation officials.
Halifax gymnast Ellie Black wins Olympic sportsmanship award
Halifax gymnast Ellie Black says she feels honoured after winning an Olympic award that recognizes athletes who exemplify sportsmanship, the spirit of fair play and respect for others.