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**** HRM Media Release Halifax Transit temporary service disruptions Based on current staff availability, Halifax Transit anticipates conventional bus service and ferry service will be impacted over the coming weeks. Staff are working diligently to minimize service loss, and provide as much notice as possible to passengers. Based on current staffing levels, it is […]
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**** Info via Environment Canada —- ENDED Special weather statement in effect Significant rainfall is expected. Total rainfall: 25 to 40 mm. Locally higher amounts possible. Maximum wind gusts: possibly greater than 80 km/h. Locations: Nova Scotia. Time span: Wednesday ending Thursday morning. Remarks: Rain is expected to spread from west to east across the […]
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**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release 485 New Cases of COVID-19, Long-Term Care Outbreak —————————————————————- Today, December 20, Nova Scotia is reporting 485 new cases of COVID-19. There are 317 cases in Central Zone, 57 cases in Eastern Zone, 36 cases in Northern Zone and 75 cases in Western Zone. Due to delays with data entry into […]
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**** New Glasgow Police Release New Glasgow Regional Police ask the public for assistance in locating stolen vehicles New Glasgow Regional Police is asking the public for assistance in locating two stolen vehicles. One was reported stolen early Sunday morning on Ellis Street and the other vehicle was reported stolen on Tremont Street between […]
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**** New Glasgow Police Release Pictou County Law Enforcement Agencies charge three impaired drivers and issue 25 summary offence tickets during Operation Christmas Pictou County On late Friday December 17 and early Saturday morning on December 18, Law Enforcement Agencies of Pictou County and Motor Vehicle Compliance with support of Madd Pictou County, took part […]
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**** Premier’s Office Release Help Wanted: Province Launches Recruitment Campaign to Increase Workers in Healthcare, Trades —————————————————————————————————— As Nova Scotia’s population passes the one million mark, the Province is launching a recruitment campaign to increase workers in healthcare and the skilled trades to support labour market needs. The campaign is part of a larger strategy […]
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**** SERVICE NOVA Scotia Release Illegal Vape Products Seized in Halifax Regional Municipality and Truro —————————————————————————————————— Illegal vape products have been taken off the streets of Nova Scotia following an investigation by the Department of Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services’ compliance and special investigations unit. On November 17, with the assistance of Halifax Regional […]
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**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Work Underway at IWK Emergency Department Expansion Site Work has started on the IWK Health Centre’s new emergency department, which will more than double its current size. “Expanding the IWK’s emergency department is an exciting step forward,” said Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson. “This project will mean a larger, more […]
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**** Lieutenant-Governor Release Annual New Year’s Day Levée Cancelled —————————————————————- Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lieutenant-Governor’s New Year’s Day Levée has been cancelled. In its place, Lt.-Gov Arthur J. LeBlanc will present a video message to Nova Scotians. “With much regret, I am obliged to cancel the upcoming levée that has been hosted by […]
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**** HRP Media Release Holiday safety tips As we celebrate the holiday season, Halifax Regional Police is sharing some tips to help you protect your home and property. If you’re heading out, remember to lock all doors and windows. Consider leaving lights and a television on or put them on a timer to make it […]
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