Trial against Fall River man charged with sex-related offences nearing end
FALL RIVER: The trial of a Fall River man charged with sexual assault-related offences against minors while employed at an unlicensed, at-home daycare on Lockview Road is nearing its end.
The fourth day of the...
Police nab two drivers for stunting, other offences on Hwy 102
WAVERLEY: Two men have been charged with stunting on Highway 102 during the past two days.
On March 28 at approximately 7:10 a.m., a member of the Traffic Unit observed a vehicle travelling at a...
MacAskill announced as Invest Nova Scotia CEO
HALIFAX: Peter MacAskill will serve as President and CEO of Invest Nova Scotia, one of two new Crown corporations established on December 1 to drive economic growth across the province.
Mr. MacAskill, currently Invest Nova...
No one injured in Fall River Road collision
FALL RIVER: No one was injured in a single-vehicle collision on Saturday morning after a vehicle struck a power pole before landing on its roof on Fall River Road.
Cpl. Chris Marshall, with Halifax District...
Province brings forward legislation to support Off-Highway Vehicle use
WALTON/EAST HANTS: The new Road Trails Act, introduced March 24, creates a permanent set of rules so off-highway vehicle (OHV) operators can safely enjoy their vehicles on roads at approved locations.
This also gives riders...
From the Cruiser – March 13-18
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ENFIELD: Over the last week, March 13 to March 18, East Hants District RCMP responded to 75 calls for service.
Here are some of the highlighted calls provided by Cpl. Jared...
NDP “disappointed” in lack of primary care, affordable housing investment in Budget 2023
From a press release:
HALIFAX: In the middle of twin primary care and affordable housing crises, Tim Houston’s second budget lacks real investment in either.
“Nova Scotians are deeply aware of the serious issues around affordable...
N.S. budget advances Solutions for More Healthcare, Faster says government
HALIFAX: Healthcare is the centre of Budget 2023-24, which makes historic investments to support healthcare workers, get Nova Scotians faster access to healthcare and build modern healthcare facilities.
On March 23, Finance and Treasury Board...
Liberals introduce bills aimed at healthcare in N.S.
From releases issued by the N.S. Liberal Party:
HALIFAX: The following are bills introduced by the N.S. Liberal Party during the legislature sitting. They are aimed at improving healthcare in the province.
The Nova Scotia Liberals...
Amendments introduced to extend rent cap until 2025
HALIFAX: Amendments to the Interim Residential Rental Increase Cap Act introduced today, March 22, extend the cap and respond to concerns from tenants and landlords.The temporary rental increase cap will be extended to December...