August 2023 – Page 5 – Waterfront Media Halifax

Humidex: the “unbearable heat” index

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**** Info via Environment Canada Humidex: the “unbearable heat” index It’s not the heat, as they say, it’s the humidity. In fact, humidity changes our perception of how hot or cold it is. The higher the mercury rises, the more moisture in the air and the hotter it can feel. The humidex measures the combined effects of […]

Police continue to investigate the murder of Jason MacCullough

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**** HRP Media Release Police continue to investigate the murder of Jason MacCullough Today marks the 24th anniversary of the murder of Jason MacCullough and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case. Jason, 19, was found deceased on a paved path between 100 and 104 Pinecrest Drive […]

Colchester County District RCMP has arrested a man for firearms offences after an incident in Little Dyke, Colchester County

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**** RCMP Media Release Colchester County District RCMP arrest man for firearms offences Colchester County District RCMP has arrested a man for firearms offences after an incident in Little Dyke, Colchester County. On August 27, 2023, at approximately 7 p.m., Colchester County District RCMP responded to a report of a man discharging a firearm […]

Today’s weather for the Halifax area

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Mostly sunny with a high of 23c and high UV index today. Some clouds tonight with a low of 12c . . . . .

NS SPCA Adoptable – Ravioli

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**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable – Ravioli Say Hello to Ravioli! This sweet older lady is looking for somewhere quiet to call home while she relaxes and rests her weary joints: After all, she is on long-term medication for arthritis. However, she doesn’t let it slow her down, and she’s certainly still got […]

Lunenburg District RCMP is investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Hwy. 12 in New Ross

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**** RCMP Media Release Lunenburg District RCMP investigating fatal collision Lunenburg District RCMP is investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Hwy. 12 in New Ross. On August 27, 2023, at approximately 1:15 a.m. Lunenburg District RCMP, fire and EHS, responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Hwy. 12 in New Ross. RCMP […]