HRM announces Deryn Rizzi as new Chief of Halifax Fire & Emergency
HALIFAX: There will be a new chief at the helm of Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency as of Aug. 17. After a nationwide candidate search, Deryn Rizzi will become the…
Statement from Minister Masland on death of Bridgetown volunteer firefighter
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from Kim Masland, Minister of Natural Resources. “We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of a volunteer firefighter from the Bridgetown Volunteer Fire…
N.S. to invest in firefighter equipment aimed at strengthening training, safety
HALIFAX: The Department of Emergency Management is investing in new firefighter training equipment to ensure firefighters across Nova Scotia have access to safe, modern and consistent training no matter where…
Community planning Keelin Party Nov. 16 in Mount Uniacke
MOUNT UNIACKE: A young boy and his family who is battling Ewing Sarcoma disease is getting a boost from the community. Keelin is fighting Ewing Sarcoma, which is a cancer…
Province ends relationship with N.S. Firefighter School in Waverley
WAVERLEY: Nova Scotia is ending its relationship with the Waverley-based Nova Scotia Firefighter School (NSFS) following the release of a damning comprehensive value-for-money audit that the Minister of Emergency Management…
PHOTOS/VIDEO: Firefighter fair provides fun for the community
MOUNT UNIACKE: The sun was shining down on this year’s Uniacke & District Volunteer Fire Department Firefighter fair & parade, creating a fun weekend for the whole family. The parade…
Fire Smart program, games, and fire truck tours part of NMR Fire event
NINE MILE RIVER: Local residents had the opportunity to learn about the Fire Smart Home Ignition Zone self-assessment during an Open House last weekend at Nine Mile River fire. Besides…
VIDEO/PHOTOS: “Goosebumps” for firefighters as Stewiacke fire celebrates 80th anniversary
STEWIACKE: Children climbed into the fire trucks, others ran for hugs from Sparky the fire dog. They all had one thing in common–smiling happy faces. And that is what left…
New trunked radios about protection, privacy, not keeping information from public: Spokesperson
FALL RIVER/EAST HANTS: Protecting Nova Scotians and their privacy remains top priority for the province and for all our first responders, a spokesperson said. Earlier this month, Nova Scotia Minister…
Wish fulfilled: Jacob’s day as a firefighter at Station 45, N.S. Fire School
MAIN PHOTO: Sparky and Richard Prevost with Station 45 present Jacob with his Honorary Firefighter certificate at the N.S. Fire School. (Healey photo) WAVERLEY: Jacob Scott won’t soon forget May…