Province invests in affordable housing in Lower Sackville
LOWER SACKVILLE: Almost $50 million of the $60 million in affordable housing funding coming to HRM will go to the Lower Sackville area, the MLA for Sackville-Cobequid said. Steve Craig…
Halifax 300 race day set to close curtain on WRS action at SSW
SCOTIA SPEEDWORLD: The inaugural Halifax 300 will see all CARSTAR Weekly Racing Series divisions compete in extended distance races to close off the 2023 season in style. The combined feature…
New virtual pet well-being platform launches in Nova Scotia
NOVA SCOTIA: A new, virtual care platform for pet owners in Nova Scotia has launched. MyPet, from TELUS Health, is an ideal option for questions about pet behaviour, training, weight…
LHS boys golf team captures regional banner
WINDSOR JUNCTION/BEAVER BANK: The Lockview High boys golf team has captured the capital region banner. At Grandview Golf Club in East Preston on Sept. 25, the team won the banner…
N.S. says Immigration changes help retain healthcare workers
HALIFAX: International students in more Nova Scotia healthcare programs will have an additional opportunity to build a career, life and future in the province, the Minister of Health and Wellness…
Slaunwhite looks to make history at season-ending Pro Stock Tour’s Tirecraft 200 at Scotia Speedworld
SCOTIA SPEEDWORLD: Twenty-two drivers have tentatively registered for the season finale Tirecraft 200 for the East Coast International Maritime Pro Stock Tour. The 11th and final race on the calendar…
Aspiring writers and poets in Nova Scotia sought
NOVA SCOTIA: A literacy organization is looking for aspiring writers, poets or booklovers from Nova Scotia to participate in writing of a novel with other people from around the world.…
“It’s time to move on.” Blackburn announces she won’t re-offer for regional council in 2024 election
BEAVER BANK: For Lisa Blackburn, serving as a regional councillor was always about serving two terms and then moving on. Now, she has made what has been rumoured for a…
Minister Lohr urges residents to be ready for Hurricane Lee
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians are encouraged to make final preparations as hurricane Lee approaches the province. While current forecast models indicate Lee is weakening, it will still pack a punch. Nova…
Langille, Harnum key MMFHL weekend sweep for Lady Penguins
BEAVER BANK: A pair of goaltenders from Fall River and Beaver Bank combined to stop 27 of 28 shots they faced in helping their ACTION Benefits Penguins kickoff the new…