
Police watchdog clears RCMP member after man fractures elbow during arrest
The province's police watchdog has cleared an RCMP member of any wrongdoing after an arrest in Dartmouth. SiRT says it was on June 26 in Cole Harbour when they responded to a domestic disturbance call. There had been previous calls of this nature to the home, with multiple arrest warrants out for the man. He was found ...
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Man dies in Sackville crash
A 57-year-old man died in a single-vehicle crash in Sackville. It happened Wednesday night around 7:30 on Freer Lane. RCMP say the vehicle was going toward the Cobequid Community Health Centre. It went off the road and into the ditch, the driver was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Canadian Dental Care Plan hits major milestone with 5M signed up
A major milestone for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), with 5 million who have now signed up. "The plan is having a profound impact on the lives of Canadians, improving both health and affordability for eligible members," says Federal Health Minister, Marjorie Michel. "At a time of rising living cos...
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Trust committee fighting to stop historic Halifax buildings from demolition
A historic building in Halifax is being torn down, and four others are at risk, but The Heritage Trust of Nova Scotia is fighting to get them heritage status, to prevent that from happening. They are on Robie, Williams and North Streets. According to Trust Chair Andrea Arbic, demolition on the Williams Street property ...
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Man re-charged in 2017 murder of N.S. woman
A man has been re-charged with second degree murder in the death of a woman eight years ago. In 2017, the body of 27-year-old Laura Ross was found in a burned-out garage in South Rawdon. Investigators determined the fire had been intentionally set, and her death was ruled a homicide. A 27-year-old Upper Sackville man w...
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Bridgewater billing impacted by Canada Post strike
The recent Canada Post strike has disrupted mail service across the country, including in Bridgewater. As a result, water bills issued at the end of September by the Public Service Commission of Bridgewater will not be mailed to residential or commercial customers this quarter. Despite the delay in delivery, water bill...
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New bill clarifies military uniforms allowed in government buildings
Nova Scotia is passing a bill to clarify that military members are legally allowed to wear their uniforms in government buildings. Military members are already allowed to wear their uniforms in government buildings and spaces, including national parks, but the new law would make it more clear. Barbara Adams, the minist...
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Man dies in ATV crash in Annapolis Valley
A 38-year-old man is dead after an ATV crash in Annapolis County. It happened late Tuesday night in Deep Brook. RCMP say they spotted an abandoned ATV on Highway 101 east of the Bear River bridge. A drone search eventually located the victim, from Cornwallis Park. Police are asking anyone who saw a grey and light green...
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The Power Panel: Atlantic Canada's Investment Visionaries
In this episode, Don Mills moderates the final plenary panel at the ACG Atlantic Network Conference, a premier event focused on investment opportunities in Atlantic Canada. With over 200 investors from across Atlantic Canada, Central Canada, a...
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Update: Lake George wildfire remains out of control at 245 hectares
The Lake George wildfire is still burning out of control in the Annapolis Valley. In an update Thursday morning on X, the Department of Natural Resources says the size is now estimated at 245 hectares based on more accurate measurement. They previously estimated it to be 290 hectares. There are no reports of damage to ...
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