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Higher supply leading to lower advertised rents in Halifax, new report says

A new report from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation finds advertised rental prices have gone down in the Halifax area, but prices for older buildings are quickly closing the gap with newer builds. “Rental…

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First confirmed measles case in Nova Scotia linked to travel within Canada

Nova Scotia Public Health is investigating a confirmed case of measles in Pictou County, the first in the province. The health agency is looking at who else is ill with measles-like symptoms after it…

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Four charged in alleged plot to take over land in Quebec City region, RCMP says

The RCMP says four people, including active members of the Canadian Armed Forces, are facing charges after allegedly plotting to “forcibly take possession” of land in the Quebec City area. Mounties…

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Storms possible for part of mainland as 25 mm of rain expected

A large portion of mainland Nova Scotia is under a special weather statement from Environment Canada on July 8. The national forecaster says a strong plume of moisture associated with the remnants of…

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Dalhousie faculty vote in favour of strike mandate as contract talks stall

Faculty at Dalhousie University say they’re ready to strike if a new collective agreement can’t be reached with the school. The Dalhousie Faculty Association says a strike vote conducted over the past…

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Chender criticizes Houston government as Halifax cost of living rises

The province’s official opposition leader says inaction from the Houston government is resulting in higher costs for Nova Scotians. This comes after new data shows the cost of living in Halifax is similar…

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First confirmed measles case in Nova Scotia linked to travel within Canada

Nova Scotia Public Health is investigating a confirmed case of measles in Pictou County, the first in the province. The health agency is looking at who else is ill with measles-like symptoms after it…

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Four charged in alleged plot to take over land in Quebec City region, RCMP says

The RCMP says four people, including active members of the Canadian Armed Forces, are facing charges after allegedly plotting to “forcibly take possession” of land in the Quebec City area. Mounties…

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Storms possible for part of mainland as 25 mm of rain expected

A large portion of mainland Nova Scotia is under a special weather statement from Environment Canada on July 8. The national forecaster says a strong plume of moisture associated with the remnants of…

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Dalhousie faculty vote in favour of strike mandate as contract talks stall

Faculty at Dalhousie University say they’re ready to strike if a new collective agreement can’t be reached with the school. The Dalhousie Faculty Association says a strike vote conducted over the past…

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Chender criticizes Houston government as Halifax cost of living rises

The province’s official opposition leader says inaction from the Houston government is resulting in higher costs for Nova Scotians. This comes after new data shows the cost of living in Halifax is similar…

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New Brunswick to allow direct-to-consumer alcohol sales with some other provinces

FREDERICTON — The owner of a New Brunswick vodka distillery says he anticipates competition to get tougher as the provincial government pursues new rules to remove trade barriers with the rest of Canada. “It’s…

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Dog killed by police after canoers were in ‘imminent danger’

Two people travelling in a canoe were being “threatened” by three dogs, RCMP said in a press release, forcing an officer to use their weapon on the animals. The incident happened July 5 around 1:00…

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Police ask for help finding missing Dartmouth woman

Halifax Regional Police is asking the public for help in finding a missing 61-year-old woman from Dartmouth. Police say Toby Crawley is described as a black woman with thin build, standing around 5’11″…

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N.S. government failure has made affordability similar in Halifax and Toronto: NDP

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia’s NDP says the provincial government’s failure to address the cost of living has made affordability in Halifax comparable to that in Toronto, and the party is calling for urgent…

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Thousands to benefit from new ‘health homes’ in the Halifax area, province says

The Nova Scotia government says more than 20,000 people currently in need of a family doctor will be served by three new “health homes” in the Halifax area. According to the province, the Hobsons Lake…
Windsor Street Exchange redevelopment back before Halifax council

The redevelopment of one of Halifax’s busiest intersections is back on the agenda at regional council. A staff report coming to council Tuesday recommends that the municipality proceed with the current…
Man arrested after barricading himself in burning home

Halifax RCMP have laid several charges against a man after he barricaded himself into a home following an attempted break and enter. It happened on July 4 shortly after 3:30 p.m. when RCMP responded…
Mondelez Canada discontinuing Jersey Milk chocolate bars amid low consumer demand

TORONTO — Mondelez Canada Inc. says it’s no longer producing Jersey Milk chocolate bars. Spokesperson Pierina De Carolis says the confectionary company’s decision to cut the product came after a portfolio…

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Halifax councillor looking to de-designate the Cogswell Park encampment

One Halifax councillor is looking to de-designate Cogswell Park as an official encampment location. The motion from Councillor Virginia Hinch, which will be presented to council on July 8, claims that…

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Halifax councillor looking to de-designate the Cogswell Park encampment

One Halifax councillor is looking to de-designate Cogswell Park as an official encampment location. The motion from Councillor Virginia Hinch, which will be presented to council on July 8, claims that…
RCMP investigating fatal dirt bike crash in Beaver Bank

Halifax RCMP is investigating a fatal crash involving a dirt bike that occurred in Beaver Bank. Police say it happened on July 5 around 1:20 a.m. when officers responded to a report of a single-vehicle…
Dermo disease confirmed in Quebec, P.E.I. oysters

Cases of a disease affecting oysters have been confirmed in Quebec and Prince Edward Island for the first time. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says dermo was detected in oyster samples from Chaleur…
Halifax bracing for heavy rain as temperatures soar in other areas

After a weekend of comfortable summer weather, the heat and humidity is back in Nova Scotia, and it’s bringing an expected downpour. Environment Canada believes a “strong plume of moisture” from the…
Report details prison assault that led to B.C. serial killer Robert Pickton’s death

An investigation report detailing the prison assault that led to the death of B.C. serial killer Robert Pickton says he was assaulted by another inmate who broke a broom handle and thrust it into his face….
Advocate calls for better rail safety on 12th anniversary of Lac-Mégantic disaster

MONTREAL — As citizens of Lac-Mégantic, Que., marked the 12th anniversary of a rail disaster that killed 47 people when a runaway train derailed and smashed into downtown, an advocate warned that more…
More soldiers, more money. Canada’s top soldier extols benefits of spending boost

CALGARY — Canada’s top soldier is looking forward to a boost in military spending that includes a pay raise for military personnel at a time when uncertainty on the world stage is high. NATO leaders…
Recent vandalism won’t erase LGBTQ+ community in central Newfoundland: advocate

ST. JOHN’S — The LGBTQ+ community in central Newfoundland is united and strong, despite recent vandalism appearing to target a rainbow crosswalk and Pride flag, a local advocate says. The vandalism is…
‘Everything is dying’: Prairie farmers, crops struggling with yearly droughts

REGINA — It’s the ninth year in a row Quinton Jacksteit’s farm has experienced drought. The southwest Saskatchewan farmer, who also is the reeve for the Rural Municipality of Big Stick, says his crops…
Texas floods leave at least 51 dead, 27 girls missing as rescuers search devastated landscape

KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — Rescuers scoured a devastated central Texas landscape of mangled trees, overturned cars and muck-filled debris Saturday in an increasingly bleak mission to locate survivors, including…
Amid a renewed return-to-office push, experts outline what your options are

As the number of in-office days is set to increase for many of Canada’s hybrid workers, return-to-office mandates are setting the stage for tension between employees and employers. Remote and hybrid…