Heat warning issued for East Hants, most of N.S.
EAST HANTS: A heat warning beginning Monday afternoon Aug. 11 and expected to remain in place until Wednesday night has been issued by Environment Canada for East Hants and the…
Six commercial insurance myths that could cost Canadian businesses thousands
NOVA SCOTIA: From cyber threats and supply chain disruptions to property damage and lawsuits, Canadian businesses face growing risks every day. Many assume their commercial insurance has them fully protected,…
Pen pal exchange sees clients at CCOA, Scotland group writing each other
ENFIELD: Friendship has no borders, and clients at two organizations in Scotland and Hants County are learning that firsthand. The clients at Edge Group Scotland in Musselburgh, Scotland, and those…
N.S. restricting travel, activities in woods to prevent wildfires
HALIFAX: The province is restricting travel and activities in the woods because continued hot, dry conditions have greatly increased the risk of wildfires. The restrictions, effective as of 4 p.m.…
Highway of Heroes tribute ride set for Aug. 16 from Shearwater to Truro
SHEARWATER/TRURO: Organizers are gearing up for the 2025 edition of the Highway of Heroes Tribute Ride. The free event, which will be held on August 16, honours our fallen police,…
Hot temps, dry conditions force N.S. to implement province-wide open fires ban
BEAVER BANK/EAST HANTS/FALL RIVER: The Minister responsible for Natural Resources said Wednesday that because of hot, dry conditions, there is a ban on open fires effective immediately across the entire…
N.S. announces offshore wind energy area designations, a first in Canada
HALIFAX: Canada’s first four offshore wind energy areas have been designated on Nova Scotia’s offshore. The Province of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada jointly designated the areas –…
Summer isn’t safe for some Nova Scotia families, but you can help them move on from Family Violence
HALIFAX: The summer months bring hotter, longer days with kids home from school and, often, a rise in family violence by at least 12% (source). Over the next two months…
Dollar Lake to get $1.6 million in upgrades
WYSE’S CORNER: Dollar Lake Provincial Park will be receiving almost $2 million in upgrades that will allow it to be more welcoming and a comfortable experience for visitors, the MLA…
Premier’s letter to HRM Mayor, council on Morris Street bike lane has Tilley’s full support
ENFIELD: Premier Tim Houston has sent a letter to HRM Mayor Andy Fillmore, CAO Cathie O’Toole, and councillors voicing his great concern over their decision to turn Morris Street into…