Gasoline and diesel prices see a drop in Nova Scotia

File photo of gasoline pumps. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

By CityNews Halifax Staff

Posted May 10, 2024 05:26:57 AM.

Last Updated May 10, 2024 10:16:26 AM.

Nova Scotians were handed a break at the pump overnight.

In its weekly adjustment, the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board lowered the price of self-serve regular gas down 4.6 cents to now sit at 179.4 cents per litre.

Diesel also dropping in price to 175.4 cents, which is a decrease of 3.4 cents per litre.

One year ago at this time, gasoline prices were 1.50, and diesel was 1.34.

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