What is community solar?
The Nova Scotia government has announced a community solar program. But how is it different from the solar panels you already see on homes? By Sean Kelly, Climate Story Network…
Emera Oval closing March 17 for 2023/24 season
HALIFAX: Residents have a few more days to take advantage of ice skating at the Emera Oval. It will close for the 2023/2024 winter season on March 17. Staff monitor…
HRM update on Grand Parade, ongoing support for those experiencing homelessness
HALIFAX: Over the past several weeks, the municipality has been taking a number of steps to provide supports to those experiencing homelessness in our region, and particularly to those sleeping…
Climate action comes to the Junos with Music Declares Emergency March 17
MAIN PHOTO: Kim Fry with MDE banner. (Image courtesy of Kim Fry and CSN) International coalition with Halifax connection works to green up the music industry The following story is…
N.S. provides comprehensive policing review update
From a release HALIFAX: A comprehensive review of the policing structure in Nova Scotia continues to move forward. Attorney General and Justice Minister Brad Johns announced the successful consultant, engagement…
New Weekly Racing Series title sponsor announced for Scotia Speedworld
SCOTIA SPEEDWORLD: There’s a new Weekly Racing Series sponsor for Scotia Speedworld this summer. Bay Equipment Rentals joined the Scotia Speedworld team last season as the sponsor of the Weekly…
WCB N.S. charting new course with commitment to protect more
From a release NOVA SCOTIA: With new leadership, a new vision and improving and much more financial stability than ever before, WCB Nova Scotia is setting out to protect more…
CFIB: Atlantic small businesses owed stalled carbon tax rebate for one partial year by Ottawa
SMEs in Ontario and three western provinces owed over $2,600-$7,00 in rebates for the past five years. MONCTON, N.B.: With the recent confirmation from Ottawa that it owes Canada’s small…
Fraud charges laid in Halifax, Dartmouth incidents
HALIFAX: A 37-year-old man from the Halifax area is facing a slew of fraud charges for incidents in the Dartmouth area. Halifax Regional Police (HRP) said they have charged one…
Man charged following Lower Sackville robbery
LOWER SACKVILLE: A 31-year-old man has been charged for his involvement in a robbery which police say turned violent. The incident happened on March 6 at approximately 6:35 p.m. at…