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**** SiRT Release SiRT Concludes Investigation into Death Following Arrest The Director of the Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) found no reasonable grounds to believe that members of the RCMP committed a criminal offence in connection with death of an adult male that occurred following arrest. On March 2, 2024, the SiRT received a referral […]
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**** CNS Media Release Shelter Villages Opening in Kentville, Dartmouth, Sydney Ninety-six transitional housing units for people experiencing homelessness will open in the province over the next few weeks at shelter villages in Kentville, Dartmouth and Sydney. “Shelter villages provide more than just a roof over people’s heads. They also provide the services and supports […]
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**** HRM Media Release Kinap Beach recreational water quality advisory lifted The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the recreational water quality advisory has been lifted at Kinap Beach in Porter’s Lake. This is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches during July and August. Previous […]
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**** Via REMO Kings Cty Potential for Atlantic Tropical Cyclone formation in the next 7-days 🟡 20% Central Tropical Atlantic An area of low pressure could form in the central portion of the Tropical Atlantic in a few days. Thereafter, environmental conditions appear generally favorable for some slow development of this system by this weekend […]
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**** RCMP Media Release Update: Nova Scotia RCMP safely arrest man wanted on multiple warrants The Nova Scotia RCMP has safely arrested Stephen “Dakota” Maloney who was wanted on multiple warrants for firearms and driving offences. He is now facing new charges, including possession of property obtained by crime. On July 31, Cumberland County District […]
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Shearwater Flyer Trail Update The trail, from Caldwell to Bissett Rd, remains closed as DNR continue their investigation into an animal attack that occurred recently on the trail, injuring one. No other details currently available
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A mix of sun and cloud for today with a high of 24c (28c humidex) and high UV index Cloudy tonight with a low of 15c
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Update via DNR We can confirm a person sustained injuries on the Shearwater Flyer Trail last night. For privacy reasons, we cannot provide details on those injuries. DNRR’s investigation is ongoing and we do not know how long the trail will be closed. As we know more, we will provide updates.
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**** Info via Postmedia Corp Postmedia Completes Acquisition of Saltwire Network Postmedia Network Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Postmedia Network Canada Corp. (“Postmedia” or the “Company”) today reported it has successfully closed its acquisition of certain businesses and assets of Saltwire Network Inc. and The Halifax Herald Limited (together, “Saltwire”). “We are delighted to […]
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**** HRM Media Release Upcoming traffic disruptions and Halifax Transit impacts related to construction at the intersection of Oxford Street and Jubilee Road Location: Intersection of Oxford Street and Jubilee Road Date: Beginning Thursday, Aug. 29 to Tuesday, Sept. 3 Time: 24/7 Work details: This work is needed to upgrade traffic lights and repair infrastructure […]
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