Nova Scotia RCMP to apologize for historical use of street checks

**** RCMP Media Release Nova Scotia RCMP to apologize for historical use of street checks To inform an apology the Nova Scotia RCMP will be making to African Nova Scotians and all people of African descent for the harm caused by the historical use of street checks and for other interactions that’ve had a negative […]

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NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight- Copper

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight- Copper Copper Approx Age: 4 years Gender: Male Site: Dartmouth Breed:? Amstaff mix (28 kgs) Age: ~ 4 years old Gender:? Male Neutered Kids:? Adults Only Copper is a sweet boy with lots of love to give. Being young Copper always tries his best but needs someone with experience to help him […]

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With everything the province has gone through this summer, here’s a reminder that ticks are still active and plentiful – Tick safety 

With everything the province has gone through this summer, here’s a reminder that ticks are still active and plentiful – Tick safety **** NS Government Release Tick safety Ticks like moist and humid environments and can be found in or near woods, shrubs, leaf litter, long grass, urban parks and gardens. They are very small, […]

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Colchester County District RCMP is investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Debert

**** RCMP Media Release Colchester County District RCMP investigates fatal collision Colchester County District RCMP is investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Debert. On September 17, at approximately 5:05 p.m., Colchester County District RCMP, fire and EHS, responded to a report of a collision on Masstown Rd. in Debert. RCMP officers learned that a […]

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CUPKIN brand Double-Walled Stainless Steel Children’s Cups recalled due to the presence of lead

**** Recall via Health Canada CUPKIN brand Double-Walled Stainless Steel Children’s Cups recalled due to the presence of lead Issue The recalled products may contain excess amounts of lead present at the bottom seal, posing an exposure risk. Lead is highly toxic, especially to children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with […]

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Portuguese man o’ war have been spotted on Atlantic coastal beaches, including Clam Harbour Beach and Lawrencetown Beach

Via NS Provincial Parks Portuguese man o’ war have been spotted on Atlantic coastal beaches, including Clam Harbour Beach and Lawrencetown Beach. Sightings are relatively common at this time of year. Visitors should use caution and avoid swimming if Portuguese man o’ war are present. Do not touch them in the water or on the […]

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Kings District RCMP is investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Morden

**** RCMP Media Release Kings District RCMP investigates fatal crash Kings District RCMP is investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Morden. This morning, at approximately 5:20 a.m., Kings District RCMP, fire and EHS, responded to a report of a crash in Morden. RCMP officers learned that a Ford F-150 was travelling on Morden Rd. when […]

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Rail Safety Week kicks off today across North America!

Via CN Rail Rail Safety Week kicks off today across North America! If you witness an unsafe situation near railroad property or equipment, call CN Police at 1-800-465-9239.   **** Transport Canada Release Rail Safety in Canada With nearly 41,711 route-kilometers of track, Canada has the third-largest rail network in the world. Railways played a […]

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