Houston, PCs promoting Universal Mental Health with new bills
From a press release issued by the NS PC Party
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians have been honest and open about their mental health struggles and demanding better services, even before COVID-19.
With the pandemic and isolation...
Pet(s) of the Week – March 26, 2021
Here is our Pet(s) of the Week for March 26, 2021 as selected by a random computerized draw:
The other pets that were submitted will be included in the draw for next week, and the...
Skeeter presented Quilt of Valour
GRAND LAKE: A familiar face in the Grand Lake/Enfield community received quite the presentation last weekend.
Before a small group of family and friends on the deck of his residence,, (William) “Skeeter” Stephens received the...
From the Cruiser – March 16-23
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ENFIELD: East Hants RCMP responded to 100 calls for service throughout the municipality during the period of March 16 to March 23.
The following two are the highlighted incidents provided by S/Sgt....
Adjournment granted in case involving Five Mile River man
SHUBENACADIE: An adjournment was requested by the lawyer for a Five Mile River man charged with child pornography offences in late 2020.
In late November 2020, an investigation began by Halifax District RCMP and the...
Province releases 2021-2022 capital plan
HALIFAX: The Rankin government released its Capital Plan for 2021-22 today, March 23, investing $1.17 billion in schools, hospitals and improved infrastructure around the province."For the second year in row, government is investing more...
N.S. presents update on COVID19 vaccine Immunization Plan
EAST HANTS/FALL RIVER: The province is on track to give every person who wants a COVID-19 vaccine in Nova Scotia their first dose by the end of June.
"We have taken a steady and measured...
N.S. Health awards $962,000 to 19 researchers
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia Health is awarding more than $962,000 to 19 researchers through its research fund to study chronic disease management, aging and continuing care, mental health and addictions, and populations with vulnerabilities. ...
WCA looking for community members to join them
WAVERLEY: The Waverley Community Association (WCA) is looking for a few good women and men from its community to join the non-profit, volunteer organization.
In a post on its Facebook page, the WCA says residents...
Province announces clean technologies in Agriculture investment
HALIFAX/EAST HANTS: The Rankin government is investing $5 million over two years in projects that increase Nova Scotia's year-round food production, reduce emissions and reduce the amount of food imported.
Premier Iain Rankin made...