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Missing: 79-year-old Richard Banfield HRP release: Halifax Regional Police is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 79-year-old man. Richard Banfield was reported missing to police today, and he was last seen on the walking path behind Cloverfield Court in Dartmouth at approximately 10:30 a.m. Richard is described as 5’8” tall, approximately 160 lbs, slim build with brownish/grey […] More
06.10.2025 19:14 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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City launches non-police response team for mental health calls Release: Starting Oct. 6, residents in Dartmouth, Woodlawn and Cole Harbour will have access to a new community service called CARE – Crisis Assistance and Response. CARE is a pilot program that provides in-person support for people 16 and older experiencing non-emergency, non-violent crises related to mental health, substance use and personal well-being. The service offers […] More
06.10.2025 18:47 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Skate, ride, and roll ending at the Emera Oval Release: The Halifax Regional Municipality is reminding residents that they have a few more days to enjoy the Emera Oval before it closes for the summer season on Sunday, Oct. 12. Residents are able to enjoy the concrete surface for rollerskating, biking, skateboarding, in-line skating and more. Free equipment rentals, including bikes, scooters and skateboards, […] More
06.10.2025 18:20 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Missing: 26-year-old Emily Kenney RCMP release: RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 26-year-old Emily Kenney, who was last seen on September 26 at 2:30 p.m. in Dartmouth. Kenney is described as 5-foot-4, 170 pounds with long brown hair. She may be driving a silver four-door Hyundai Accent and have her dog with her. […] More
04.10.2025 14:40 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Nova Scotia Celebrates 2025 Cadet Day and the 50th Anniversary of Women in Cadets Provincial release: Local cadet leaders and youth will join Chris Palmer, Ministerial Assistant for Military Relations, at Province House in Halifax to celebrate Cadet Day on Saturday, October 4. The 2025 event will also mark the 50th anniversary of female participation in the Canadian Cadet Organizations. “The cadet program provides young people with valuable opportunities to […] More
03.10.2025 16:21 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Province Identifies 9 Key Sites, Including Woodlawn and Downsview Malls, for Major Housing Push Provincial release: The Province is taking more action to support housing growth in Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM), issuing new orders and moving policies forward. The measures include Municipal Affairs Minister John Lohr designating HRM as an interim planning area. Under this order, new minimum planning requirements for HRM take effect immediately. The designation also enables […] More
03.10.2025 16:16 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Stolen boat recovered off Sable Island; man arrested after RCMP-led investigation RCMP release: Collaboration between RCMP units and partner agencies has led to charges against one man and the recovery of a stolen boat. On September 23, Richmond County District RCMP responded to a report of a boat stolen from a marina in D’Escousse. Surveillance video showed a man boarding the white cabin cruiser and departing […] More
03.10.2025 15:51 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Detour Digest: Delays on Dunbrack, Bedford Highway, and Nightly Paving on Hwy 118 Detour Digest (Posted October 3 2025) As we head into the weekend and look at the week ahead, the city is buzzing with activity. Here’s a rundown of the road work and delays scheduled for HRM and beyond. Right Here in HRM Here’s what to watch for around the city, starting this weekend. Weekend Work Starting Next Week Ongoing Annoyances Provincial […] More
03.10.2025 15:37 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Firearms, cocaine, and cash seized during police raid RCMP release: The Southwest Nova RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU) has charged a man and a woman for multiple firearms and drug trafficking offences after executing a search warrant in Shelburne. On September 25, the Southwest Nova RCMP SCEU, with assistance of the RCMP Emergency Response Team, executed a search warrant at a home […] More
03.10.2025 13:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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October 1st minimum wage increase takes effect Provincial release: Starting today, October 1, Nova Scotia’s minimum wage increases to $16.50 per hour from $15.70. This is the second increase this year, bringing the total increase for 2025 to $1.30. “Affordability continues to be a priority for our government,” said Nolan Young, Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration. “Increasing the minimum wage twice […] More
01.10.2025 12:31 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Reflecting today: Truth, reconciliation, and the road ahead Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. It’s a time to honour the Survivors of residential schools and remember the children who never came home. Residential schools are not just part of Canada’s past. They are a painful truth that Indigenous communities have carried for generations. More […] More
30.09.2025 13:27 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Lake Banook makes sports history hosting back-to-back world canoeing events in 2026 Lake Banook has landed two major canoe sprint championships that will bring international athletes, fans, and millions of dollars into the community, comparable to the IIHF World Juniors or SailGP events. What’s happening? Dartmouth’s Lake Banook has scored two major world championships in summer 2026. It is the first time Canada will host these back […] More
29.09.2025 21:27 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Detour Digest: Bedford Highway, Pockwock Road, and downtown Halifax paving work (Posted Sep 29/25) Heads up: Starting Tuesday, September 30, several new traffic projects will slow things down around HRM. Here’s what you need to know before hitting the road. Disclaimer: These updates are based on official HRM and Halifax Water notices. Schedules may change due to weather or operational requirements. HRM roadwork Bedford Highway – curb and bus […] More
29.09.2025 18:23 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Missing youth: 15-year-old Hunter Ettinger RCMP release: RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Hunter Ettinger, who was last seen on September 27 in Lower Sackville. Hunter is described as 5-foot-7 and approximately 130 lbs., with dark brown hair and blue eyes. He is believed to be wearing a black shirt with red writing, […] More
29.09.2025 17:11 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Missing patient: 24-year-old Hannah Marie Cole NSHA release: Nova Scotia Health is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 24-year-old Hannah Marie Cole who is missing from a Halifax hospital. Hannah has long wavy light brown hair, is 5’2″ and a slight build. She has a full right sleeve tattoo consisting of flowers. The patient’s risk to herself increases with the length […] More
29.09.2025 15:46 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Today is Medic Monday: Celebrating the nearly 1,300 paramedics in the province Provincial release: Medic Monday is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the nearly 1,300 paramedics who serve communities across the province. “I am proud of every paramedic across our province for their unwavering commitment and dedication to helping people in their communities during their time of need,” said Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson. “Whether on […] More
29.09.2025 12:39 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Police close Old Sambro Road after motorcycle crash, investigation underway HRP release: At 4:57 p.m. Halifax Regional Police and HRM Fire & Emergency Service responded to a report of a single motorcycle collision in the 1800 block of Old Sambro Road Willamswood. An adult male sustained serious injuries that are believed to be life threatening. Investigators from Patrol and Accident Investigation Section are conducting the […] More
27.09.2025 21:06 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Gas, booze, and an e-bike: Police arrest cube van duo Shelburne County District RCMP has charged two people with multiple offences related to property crimes that occurred around Nova Scotia. On September 22, Barrington RCMP Detachment responded to a report of theft of gas from a gas station in Barrington Passage. Officers learned that two people arrived at the gas station in a white cube […] More
26.09.2025 18:02 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Missing: 52-year-old Roger Butler RCMP release: Kings District RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 52-year-old Roger Butler, who was last heard from today, September 26, at approximately 9:45 a.m. Butler is described as 6-foot-0 with a slim build. He has facial hair and blue eyes, and he wears glasses. Roger was last seen wearing a plaid […] More
26.09.2025 16:05 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Police release photos of bank robbery suspect HRP release: Police are continuing to investigate a robbery that occurred in Halifax in June and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect. The suspect is described as a white woman, approximately 5’7” tall, wearing a blonde wig, large tan sun hat, black pants, and grey jacket. The suspect also wore large black […] More
24.09.2025 20:18 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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HRM de-designates Cogswell Park as encampment site HRM release: This morning, the Halifax Regional Municipality engaged directly with individuals at the Cogswell Park de-designated location to move forward with the closure process.  On Wednesday, Aug. 20, the municipality announced that Cogswell Park, near Quinpool Road and Windsor Street, had been de-designated as a location where people can shelter due to its proximity […] More
24.09.2025 20:05 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Province’s housing plan exceeds five-year goals with 68,841 units Thousands of Nova Scotians will have new homes faster as the Province’s five-year housing plan continues to exceed targets. Since Our Homes, Action for Housing was released two years ago, 14,667 new housing units have been created or are in progress and the conditions have been created to pave the way for another 54,174 housing […] More
24.09.2025 14:05 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Halifax’s own Sarah McLachlan takes the stage on the return of Jimmy Kimmel Live tonight Here’s the revised article with Halifax history built in: When late night television gets political, it usually doesn’t come with a Halifax connection. Tonight, it does. Sarah McLachlan, born here in 1968 and raised in Halifax, is the featured musical guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live as the show makes its high-profile return. It’s a moment […] More
24.09.2025 01:50 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Wanted: David Gordon Alexander Forbes RCMP release: RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is seeking information on the whereabouts of David Gordon Alexander Forbes currently wanted on two province-wide arrest warrants. Forbes, 35, is believed to be in the Halifax Regional Municipality.  He is wanted and facing charges of Theft Under $5000 (two counts), Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000 […] More
24.09.2025 01:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Man charged in Halifax for defrauding seniors in renovation scam HRP release: Police have charged a man for defrauding seniors through a renovation and repair scam. Between July 8 and August 18, 2025, officers responded to four reports of a man approaching seniors at their homes and offering to complete small renovation or repair jobs. The suspect collects a deposit but does not return to […] More
23.09.2025 18:24 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Halifax Water says public conservation has resulted in 5% decline in consumption Halifax Water release: Since the mandatory Stage 1 water restrictions were implemented for the Lake Major supply area on September 10, Halifax Water has seen a 5% decline in overall consumption.   Halifax Water is encouraged by the public’s response and respectfully asks everyone to do their part to conserve water where they can. As these […] More
23.09.2025 17:13 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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New rules of the road: NS Motor Vehicle Act getting replaced in 2026 Provincial release: A new Traffic Safety Act was introduced today, September 23, to make it easier and faster to implement changes that will modernize the rules of the road and improve safety for Nova Scotians on roads and highways across the province. “The new act simplifies how we will administer these changes so we can […] More
23.09.2025 16:55 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Nine charges, four robberies, one man HRP release: Between September 8 and September 18, officers responded to four robberies at various gas stations and convenience stores throughout Halifax. In each incident, a man entered the store, went behind the checkout counter and threatened the employees with violence. The suspect grabbed quantities of cigarettes and fled the scene. None of the employees […] More
23.09.2025 09:33 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Magnetic World Festival set to pump millions into Halifax (Ed note: We’re giving away two weekend passes to the festival over on our Instagram feed, here) Halifax is about to get a serious economic boost. The Magnetic World Music Festival is back September 26–28 at Citadel Hill, and it’s expected to draw tens of thousands of fans. That means hotel rooms filled, restaurants packed, […] More
22.09.2025 21:16 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 1
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Province and Acadia University to host new 104-space child-care facility in Wolfville Provincial release: Families in the Wolfville area will benefit from more access to child care with plans underway to build a new 104-space early learning and child-care centre on the Acadia University campus.  The centre, a partnership between the Province and Acadia, will be built on university property. It will offer spaces and programs for […] More
22.09.2025 14:53 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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