One Person One Record issues must be addressed, N.S. NDP says
HALIFAX: Official Opposition Leader Claudia Chender has written to the Health Minister May 5 calling on the Houston government to pause the rollout of One Person One Record (OPOR) and…
Gypsum mine in Carroll’s Corner receives industrial approval from province
CARROLL’S CORNER: The Antrim Gypsum Project, a low-carbon gypsum mine planned for Carroll’s Corner, Halifax County, has received its industrial approval. The approval allows mine owner CertainTeed Canada Inc. to…
Man arrested on outstanding warrants; additional charges laid by RCMP
LOWER SACKVILLE: A 38-year-old Timberlea man wanted on an outstanding warrant has been arrested by RCMP Lower Sackville. Kristopher Scott Drysdale is also facing additional charges following the arrest, police…
HRM announces closure of trail and water access along Shubenacadie Canal Greenway
WAVERLEY: The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of municipal trail and water access impacts due to construction related to the Province of Nova Scotia’s Highway 107 Twinning Project. Access…
Funding from PetSmart charities to help N.S. Vet students, pet families across region
DARTMOUTH: The Nova Scotia SPCA has received a total of $200,000 in grant funding from PetSmart Charities of Canada® to further expand access to veterinary care for local pet families…
Overpass project in Enfield pegged for 2027 completion, “triangle” to be removed
ENFIELD: A new overpass at Horne Settlement Road is moving ahead after Dexter Construction was awarded a $15.7 million contract, but there appears to be a discrepancy between provincial timelines…
Clark reflects on first year as MP, points to housing, affordability as challenges ahead
LOWER SACKVILLE: One year into his first term as MP, Braedon Clark said the role has been equal parts “humbling” and “exciting,” as he works to balance national challenges like…
Hodgson, McInnis named Lockview High’s recipients of Lieutenant Governor award
FALL RIVER/BEAVER BANK: Two Lockview High School students are being recognized for their academic excellence, leadership, and community involvement after being named this year’s Lieutenant Governor Education Medal recipients. Amelia…
Significant rainfall, strong winds expected in parts of N.S. on Sunday
ELMSDALE/FALL RIVER: Environment Canada is forecasting, with its update as of 3:51 p.m. on May 2, that there will be significant rainfall and strong winds developing on Sunday. The are…
Nova Scotians encouraged to be prepared for emergencies
HALIFAX/EAST HANTS: Emergency Preparedness Week is May 3-9, and Nova Scotians are encouraged to prepare themselves and their household for emergencies. “Emergencies are becoming more frequent and severe, which makes…