Woman charged in death of two dogs in Freeport
DIGBY: A Freeport woman has been charged in the death of two dogs, the N.S. SPCA said. In a release, the SPCA said that in March 2024 it responded to…
New name revealed for Provincial Exhibition Grandstand in Bible Hill
BIBLE HILL: Nova Scotians can now enjoy exhibitions, races and other events at the newly renovated and newly named Dr. Richard (Dick) Huggard Grandstand at the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition…
Breakfast programs at Beaver Bank schools get boost from Station 48 volunteer firefighters
BEAVER BANK: Three Beaver Bank schools are getting a little extra push from their volunteer fire department. The volunteers with Station 48 beaver Bank-Kinsac visited the three schools recently with…
Nova Scotians provided with blue-green algae reminder
HALIFAX: As the weather gets warmer, it is important for people to know about and watch for blue-green algae while enjoying Nova Scotia’s fresh water shorelines. “We want everyone to…
Province announces more funding for N.S. Legal Aid services
NOVA SCOTIA: Nova Scotia’s Attorney General and Justice Minister announced May 16 the province will be increasing funding to Nova Scotia Legal Aid to help ensure vulnerable Nova Scotians have…
CFIB: Atlantic Canadian restaurants grapple with patio permit expenses
HALIFAX: An Atlantic Municipal survey by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) found that six out of 10 small businesses do not think their municipality prioritizes small business needs…
N.S. NDP renew call for mental health crisis teams
From a release HALIFAX/FALL RIVER: The Nova Scotia NDP is saying that the urgent need for a dedicated mental health crisis team is never more apparent then it is now…
Oakfield, Dollar Lake, Laurie Park set to open
GRAND LAKE: One local provincial park is set to open today May 17, while two others that are camping parks will be opening for the summer season in a couple…
Fine for illegal burning increasing to $25,000 during wildfire season
HALIFAX: Beginning May 16, Nova Scotia has increased the fine for violating daily burn restrictions to $25,000. Premier Tim Houston made the announcement in a release issued on May 16.…
Waverley native appointed Chief Conductor of Iceland Orchestra
WAVERLEY: A native of Waverley who performs overseas has been elevated to a new role by the Iceland Symphony Orchestra (ISO). In a release on her Facebook page, Barbara Hannigan…