Fines for dumping on Crown Lands increases
HALIFAX: Dumping one’s garbage on Crown Lands will now end up costing the perpetrator more. N.S. Natural Resources and Renewables Minister Tory Rushton announced on Nov. 17 that anyone caught…
COLUMN: YourHealthNS – Healthcare in your hands
The following is a column submitted to media by Premier Tim Houston’s office. Nova Scotians have many ways to access healthcare. With virtual care, pharmacies, walk-in clinics, mobile clinics, primary…
HRM launches Voluntary Vulnerable Persons registry
From a release HALIFAX: The Halifax Regional Municipality has launched a Voluntary Vulnerable Persons Registry (VVPR) to assist residents who may require more support during emergency situations. The VVPR provides…
N.S. announces new mental health supports for volunteer firefighters, GSAR
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia’s Minister of Addictions and Mental Health said volunteer firefighters and volunteer members of ground search and rescue teams will soon have access to new mental health supports.…
Four Nova Scotians recognized for their acts of bravery
From a press release HALIFAX: Four extraordinary Nova Scotians received the Province’s highest recognition for bravery at a ceremony held November 8, in Halifax. Premier Tim Houston awarded the Nova…
IWK’S value and importance known first hand by Grand Lake family
The Mugfords take part in Atlantic Superstore donation announcement to IWK Hospital GRAND LAKE: Amelia Mugford and her family from Grand Lake know just how important the IWK Hospital is…
Halifax Stanfield receives Level 3 Airport Carbon Accreditation
HALIFAX STANFIELD: As a result of unwavering commitment to sustainability and the environment, Halifax Stanfield International Airport in Enfield is pleased to announce that it has earned Level 3 –…
From the Firehouse – Sept. 2023
Brought to you by: MILFORD: Here is a look at the September calls for Stewiacke/East Hants volunteer fire departments. Information is provided by fire departments in Stewiacke; Lantz; Mount Uniacke;…
N.S. releases housing plan, highlighting creation of 40,000 new housing units across province
From a press release: HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is continuing to take bold and collaborative action to create more housing, faster, for Nova Scotians, according to its Housing Minister. On Oct.…
N.S. introduces amendments to strengthen action against Opioid companies
HALIFAX: Health Minister Michelle Thompson brought forward legislation on Oct. 12 that will update its legislation that holds opioid companies accountable for their actions. It will also provide the government…