Halifax Regional Police release impaired driving statistics for July            

**** HRP Media Release Halifax Regional Police release impaired driving statistics for July             Halifax Regional Police charged 38 drivers with impaired related offences during the month of July. Of the 38 drivers, 24 were charged with impaired operation of a conveyance by alcohol, five were charged with impaired operation of a conveyance by a drug […]

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Join us along the shores of the Halifax Harbour and wave goodbye to the fleet as they head out to their next Port of Call

**** DND Media Release THE ROYAL CANADIAN NAVY ON FULL DISPLAY SEPTEMBER 7 – 10, 2023 Join us along the shores of the Halifax Harbour and wave goodbye to the fleet as they head out to their next Port of Call. THURSDAY SEPT 7 Canadian Armed Forces Booths Queen’s Marque 10:00 am – 4:00 pm […]

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In photos – It was a fantastic evening to jump out of a perfectly working plane, and the CAF SkyHawks did not disappoint

In photos – It was a fantastic evening to jump out of a perfectly working plane, and the CAF SkyHawks did not disappoint as the team performed dazzling routines in the three pass show over Shearwater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . […]

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In recent weeks, the Nova Scotia RCMP has responded to an increase in both thefts of motor vehicles and, thefts from motor vehicles

**** RCMP Media Release In recent weeks, the Nova Scotia RCMP has responded to an increase in both thefts of motor vehicles and, thefts from motor vehicles. Wallets, cash, cell phones, sunglasses and clothing are items that can be quickly stolen. While some thieves are more brazen and smash car windows if objects of value […]

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The Macdonald Bridge will be closed this coming weekend, August 25-28, to allow crews to complete a bearing replacement

**** HHB Release ⚠️ATTENTION DRIVERS⚠️ The Macdonald Bridge will be closed this coming weekend, August 25-28, to allow crews to complete a bearing replacement. The bridge will close to traffic at 7 p.m. on Aug. 25 and is scheduled to reopen on Monday, Aug. 28 at 5:30 a.m. Both the bike lane and sidewalk will […]

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National Hurricane Center has upgraded its prediction earlier this month

**** Info via Environment Canada Atlantic hurricane season expected to be more active Get ready for a busy hurricane season in the Atlantic, as the NOAA’s National Hurricane Center has upgraded its prediction earlier this month. The chance of having more hurricanes than usual has gone up to 60% (from 30% before), while the chance […]

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Residents invited to help identify hazards, risks and vulnerabilities in communities

**** HRM Media Release Residents invited to help identify hazards, risks and vulnerabilities in communities The Halifax Regional Municipality is seeking input from residents on hazards, risks and vulnerabilities across communities. Feedback will inform the development of a comprehensive Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (HRVA), allowing the municipality to help plan for emergencies. The HRVA […]

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Mobile primary care clinics in Halifax / Oxford

**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics in Halifax Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has the following upcoming clinic dates: Halifax 2751 Gladstone Street Thursday, Aug. 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Note: This is NOT a drop-in clinic. To schedule an appointment, please call 1-800-410-6672. Phone lines are now open […]

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