Nova Scotia RCMP is investigating a shooting in Millbrook that left one person injured

**** RCMP Media Release RCMP investigating shooting in Millbrook Nova Scotia RCMP is investigating a shooting in Millbrook that left one person injured. On August 27 at approximately 11:25 p.m., Millbrook RCMP received a report of shots fired inside a residence on Birch Bark Rd. Officers from Millbrook RCMP detachment, Colchester County District RCMP, Pictou […]

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Halifax Regional Police have charged a man in relation to a stabbing that occurred in Halifax

**** HRP Media Release Police lay charges in stabbing Halifax Regional Police have charged a man in relation to a stabbing that occurred in Halifax last night. At approximately 10:30 p.m., police responded to reports of an altercation in the 2000 block of Gottingen Street. Officers arrived on scene and located a man who had […]

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Halifax Transit Fare Changes Effective Sept. 1

**** HRM Media Release Halifax Transit Fare Changes Effective Sept. 1 The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of upcoming fare changes for Halifax Transit that will become effective Sept. 1: Cash Fares: Cash fares on Halifax Transit will increase by 25 cents. Adult fares will increase to $3, while Youth and Senior fares will rise […]

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Halifax Professional Firefighters have unveiled a snazzy new logo!

Halifax Professional Firefighters have unveiled a snazzy new logo! “We’re excited to officially reveal our new logo after months of work! Big thanks to @IAFFofficial for their graphic design assistance & the Union Fire Club Pipes & Drums for letting us use their tartan.  This logo represents our commitment to our members & community.”

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Burning restrictions are updated at 2:00 pm daily. Burning is not allowed between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm.

**** Info via DNR Burning restrictions are updated at 2:00 pm daily. Burning is not allowed between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm. During wildfire risk season (15 March to 15 October), no domestic brush burning or campfires are allowed between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm, except industrial permits. Burn restrictions are updated daily at 2:00 […]

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Nova Scotia Sending Firefighters Crew to Winnipeg

**** DNR Release Nova Scotia Sending Firefighters Crew to Winnipeg Nova Scotia is sending 12 firefighters to help with out-of-control wildfires in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The crew will partner up with firefighters from Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador to form a 20-person crew. “Wildfires have been devastating provinces across Canada this season,” […]

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The boat launch & lower parking lot at Oakfield Provincial Park will be closed Sept. 2–4, 2024

**** Via DNRR The boat launch & lower parking lot at Oakfield Provincial Park will be closed Sept. 2–4, 2024 The upper parking lot, picnic areas, beach, & trails will remain open. Boaters can access Grand Lake using the public boat launch, Loch 5, 53 Kings Rd, Wellington during the closure.

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Province, Halifax Regional Municipality Extend Shelter Agreement

**** CNS Media Release Province, Halifax Regional Municipality Extend Shelter Agreement —————————————————— Nova Scotians experiencing homelessness will continue to have 24/7 access to shelter space in the Halifax Forum’s Multi-Purpose Centre for another year. “We need to keep emergency options available for people to come inside while we work to build longer-term transitional and supportive […]

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