Charlotte top baby name in N.S. in 2025
NOVA SCOTIA: Charlotte was the most popular baby name in Nova Scotia in 2025. Other names in the top 10 are: Henry, William, Noah, Jack, Violet, Oliver, Theodore, Wesley and…
GEO N.S. supports thousands of Nova Scotians
HALIFAX: From January 1, 2025 to December 17, 2025, GEO Nova Scotia supported thousands of Nova Scotians in gaining access to the tools and connections they need to participate fully…
Freezing rain forecasted for western, central, northern N.S. on Monday
ELMSDALE: A Special Weather Statement has been issued by Environment Canada for Hants County (and western, central, and northern N.S.) for Monday calling for freezing rain. The Yellow Warning –…
New Nova Scotia grant program funds food security Initiatives
HALIFAX: Millions in funding for food-related initiatives will flow to communities across the province in the coming weeks using $4 million in proceeds from the sale of U.S. alcohol products.…
Provincial partnership key to expanding transit in Fall River: HRM Mayor
FALL RIVER: Mayor Andy Fillmore said expanding transit service deeper into Fall River remains a priority but will require continued growth in ridership and stronger involvement from the province. Speaking…
Rental Housing Providers N.S. issues statement on Halifax Water rate shock
HALIFAX: Rental Housing Providers Nova Scotia Executive Director Kevin Russell issued the following statement about today’s decision by the Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board: “Make no mistake – today’s…
Patient care to be transformed at Dartmouth General thanks to $5 million gift in honour of Sean O’Regan
DARTMOUTH: The Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation is honoured to announce a transformational $5 million gift from Lisa O’Regan, the largest contribution in the hospital’s history. Made in honour of her…
N.S. predicting $1.29B deficit in 2025-26 budget
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia released its second update on Budget 2025-26: Unlocking Our Potential on Dec. 18. The province is projecting a deficit of $1.29 billion before contingency, up $64.6 million…
Halifax Water addresses commentary regarding its financial management
HALIFAX: Halifax Water is addressing recent public comments about its financial management and rate-setting process to reaffirm its commitment to transparency and accountability. The financial statements of Halifax Water are…
“The sky’s the limit”: PWHL Takeover inspires young girls in Nova Scotia
HALIFAX: With a sold-out crowd and dozens of young girls wearing jerseys bearing their favourite players’ names, the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s (PWHL) Takeover Tour game in Halifax left exactly…